Boğaziçi University

Boğaziçi University (which means Bosphorus University) was officially established in 1971 as a Turkish public university, although its history dates back to 1863, date of the foundation of Robert College, the first American College set up outside the United States. With the transfer of this institution to the Turkish state, Boğaziçi University became the direct heir to both the excellent facilities of Robert College and to its distinguished academic traditions.

Boğaziçi University has a beautiful, traditional campus which overlooks the Bosphorus and the harbor of Bebek, an exclusive summer resort in Istanbul.

The University facilities are spread over six campuses, two of which - South and North campuses - are used for the summer program. Boğaziçi University's high standards in education and research are acknowledged throughout the world. The academic programs are enhanced by a strong tradition of extra-curricular activities which play an important role in campus life. Summer school provides the perfect opportunity for students to combine their individual academic program with discovering and experiencing Turkish culture, society and history through a wide range of courses and activities.