We look forward to welcoming LIU students at İstanbul Bilgi University.

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1 Greetings from İstanbul Bilgi University! We would like to share some important information with you for your preparation. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information. We look forward to welcoming LIU students at İstanbul Bilgi University. INTERNATIONAL CENTER Director Ass.Prof. Mr. Şamil Erdoğan Laureate Network Programs Team Manager Mrs. Sibel Tülpar Timurkan Laureate Outgoing Program Specialist Mrs. Sibel Ataydır Asrak Laureate Incoming Program Specialist Miss Elçin Perçinel Erasmus Institutional Coordinator Mrs. Beyhan Demir Langlois Erasmus Exchange Program Responsible Mrs. Aybala Işık Erasmus Exchange Student Assistant (Outgoing) Mrs. Zeliha Akın Erasmus Exchange Student Assistant (Incoming) Miss Gözde Dede Erasmus Exchange Student Assistant (Incoming and Outgoing) Miss Zeynep Ezgi Erdem Address: Istanbul Bilgi University / Eski Silahtarağa Elektrik Santralı / Kazım Karabekir Cad. No: 2/13 International Center / Z Eyüp İstanbul TURKEY Phone: + 90 (212) / 5203 /7520 Page 1 of 6

2 Application Materials: A copy of passport Application Form (attached) Original Transcript IN ENGLISH Course Catalogue: Please ask for the course list for each semester. You can also refer to our online course catalogue (please click the link). International students are advised to take the courses Recommended for International Students Turkish Language for Foreigners TK Visa Issues: An acceptance letter shall be issued to all incoming LIU students. Before your departure to Turkey: Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises you to visit and consult with the nearest Consulate/ Embassy in your home country regarding your visa type. The Consulate will decide on your visa type, then you will make your application accordingly. After your arrival to Turkey Step 1: Please be present on the Orientation day. We will be providing a presentation to all students regarding the procedures in detail of how to obtain your residence permit. This is a very important and complex process to complete and we will be here to assist you in the process. Step 2: After your registration at BILGI, you ll be provided BILGI Student Certification in Turkish. Step 3: Obtaining a residence permit, in at least 30 days after your arrival to Turkey is a mandatory process. A Residence Permit is an official document stating registration with the Directorate of Security (Emniyet Müdürlüğü). You get an online appointment for residence permit application from this link. Step 4: You will need a Tax ID number to be able to complete your health insurance application. You can get your tax number from the Tax offices. All you need is your passport and a photocopy of the ID information page with your photograph on it. Address of Mecidiyeköy Vergi Dairesi Müdürlüğü (Tax Office): Mevlüt Pehlivan Caddesi, Şenol Sokak, No: 5, Gayrettepe, Mecidiyeköy Phone: or Address of Beyoğlu Vergi Dairesi (Tax Office): Meşrutiyet Caddesi, No: 125, Şişhane/ Beyoğlu Phone: Step 5: Purchase a health insurance. One of the requirements to obtain a residence permit is to have health insurance in Turkey (not in your home country). All incoming students must purchase a health insurance. (If you already have an insurance in your home country, you can use it in Turkey as a support insurance. Page 2 of 6

3 Language requirement: Since education at BILGI is in English, all incoming students are required to possess sufficient language proficiency to attend classes in English. General terms are for all prospective BILGI students are to complete English Prep School or get 5.5 score from IELTS and/or 68 from TOEFL IBT. The prospective LIU exchange student is not obliged to prove any of this documentation but the home admission office can interview and clarify their competency in communicating through English. Accommodation: Beginning with the academic year, special agreements have been enacted with dormitory establishments in compliance with BİLGİ standards. For more information and prices about the Dormitories and Residence please click on this link. Below you will find Information about the Studio Santral Student Housing: Located on Istanbul Bilgi University s santralistanbul campus 300 student capacity Male/Female sections m 2 fully furnished double bedrooms: Twin Size Bed (100cm x 200cm), dresser, desk with chair, small fridge, laptop size private safe box, private bathrooms in every unit Sheets, bed linen and pillow are provided 24/7 security on site CCTV monitoring Swipe card entry 24/7 concierge/reception High speed WiFi Housekeeping services Maintenance services Common spaces/ TV room Common kitchens Study rooms Dining areas: restaurants and cafes Laundry facilities containing washer and dryer Medical services/infirmary Rental period is 9 months (Erasmus students are welcome to stay for a single semester) All utilities are included in the rent: electricity, water, gas, heating, internet Page 3 of 6

4 Room types: Standard double Garden double: you can enjoy your own private garden. For more info please contact us through at Page 4 of 6

5 APPLICATION FORM FOR LAUREATE NETWORK STUDENTS Field of Study Field of Study at home institution: Faculty and Department you would like to exchange (please refer to the course catalog): Duration of Stay 2015 FALL / 2016 Spring / Full Year Arrival Date: Departure Date: Student s ADDRESS: First Name: Middle Name: Last Name: Date of Birth (dd/mm/yyyy): City, Province or State: Country of Birth: Nationality: Gender: Male Female Current Address Street and No. : Postal Code: City: Country: Do you have any health related problems? If yes please mention below Sending Institution Name of the Home University: International Office Coordinator s Name: Address: Tel: Page 5 of 6

6 LEARNING AGREEMENT Name of the Student:... Sending Institution Country:... Receiving Institution......Country:... PLEASE LIST YOUR PROPOSED STUDY PLAN AT THE HOST UNIVERSITY Course Code (if any) Course Title Number of Credits ECTS Student s Signature... Date:... SENDING INSTITUTION We confirm that the proposed Study Plan is approved. Departmental Coordinator s Signature... Date:... Institutional Coordinator s Signature... Date:... RECEIVING INSTITUTION We confirm that this proposed Study Plan is approved. Departmental Coordinator s Signature... Date:.. Institutional Coordinator s Signature... Date:... Page 6 of 6