Our spectacular journey started with Kültür College in 1960 passing through Istanbul Kültür University establishment in 1997 Istanbul Kültür University.  We are carrying on the legacy of 60 years keeping an ongoing pride in providing exceptional education and fostering an environment of academic excellence, innovation, and personal growth, we have been dedicated to shaping the future leaders of tomorrow through our comprehensive and diverse range of programs and opportunities.

Facts and Figures:

• 4 Campuses
• TOTAL 14,522 students.
• Students from 83 countries
• Total Academic Staff: 689 
• Undergraduate programs: 30
• Total associate degree programs: 25
• Graduate programs: 70
• PhD: 14

Global Perspective & Erasmus Exchange Program: 

Embracing diversity, we provide a platform for cultural exchange and a global outlook through our international programs and partnerships.
You will have the opportunity to study abroad, do an internship, and take courses from leading instructors abroad within the scope of our Global Education Network

• 10 partners in North America 
• 10 partners in South America
• 150 partners in Europe 
• 15 partners in Africa
• 50 partners in Asia 

Rankings

QS University Rankings Overall Europe 601+         
QS University Rankings Western Asia 58+  
QS University Rankings Emerging Europe and Central Asia 401-450    
2023 UI GreenMetric World University Ranking 819

Accreditations

• ECTS Credit System has been implemented in all programs since 2011.
• Faculty programs are accredited by National Accreditation Boards within the Framework of European  Qualifications 
• IKU Engineering programs are also accredited by EUR-ACE Bachelor (European-Accredited Engineering Bachelor Degree Program) and PEC (Pakistan Engineering Council)
• Other national accreditations are by MİAK (Architecture), MÜDEK (Engineering) and FEDEK (science and literature)
• A Pearson Assured Organization