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Study in Gaziantep

Southeastern Turkey's cultural capital and UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. Famous worldwide for its cuisine (baklava, kebab, lahmacun). Large Arabic-speaking student community, especially from Iraq and Syria.

Universities
1
Public
1
Private
0
Int'l Students
5,000+
Population
2.1M

Why Students Choose Gaziantep

UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy — world-class food scene
Very affordable cost of living for students
Large Arabic-speaking student community
Proximity to Middle East for easy travel home
Strong engineering, architecture, and medical programs
Zeugma Mosaic Museum and rich cultural heritage

Monthly Expenses in Gaziantep

Rent
$100–250
Food
$90–160
Transport
$10–15
Total/Month
$250–400

Weather: Hot summers (35–40°C), mild winters (5–10°C). Semi-arid, low humidity.

Housing Options in Gaziantep

KYK Government Dorm

$40–80/month

Near university campus

Private Dormitory

$80–180/month

Various options

Shared Apartment

$100–200/month

Şahinbey, Şehitkamil areas

Getting Around Gaziantep

Bus
City bus network
Dolmuş
Shared minibuses
Gaziray
New light rail system

Universities in Gaziantep

Public Universities (1)

Living in Gaziantep

Gaziantep is a food lover's paradise. The city's culinary scene is world-renowned — from the famous baklava workshops to the kebab restaurants. A large Arabic-speaking community makes it comfortable for Middle Eastern students. The covered bazaars, Gaziantep Castle, and Zeugma Museum add cultural richness to student life.

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