Student Statistics for Turkey

Education is the focus and goal of millions of Turkish students. With the growing population and a lack of study spaces, more and more Turkish families are looking beyond the borders in order to find valuable education alternatives.

In a country of over 70,000,000 people (2005 census), more than 60% live in urban areas and 26% of the population is under 14 years of age. A further 35% are between 15-34, so nearly 61% are at the formative age where they are working on their education and shaping their futures.

Age Breakdown*

*Source (Ministry of Internal Affairs – Population and Citizens Office)

What are Turkish students looking for?

Following are some statistics, gathered from key education fairs in Turkey between 2002-2006:

* these are recorded first choices

Total replies of levels of education sought/required:
High School: 5%
Language/Summer School: 78% (includes German, French, Italian, Spanish, English; Summer and year round)
Certificate/Diploma/Vocational: 32%
College, Bachelors: 48%
Masters and above: 59%
Work and Travel: 14%

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