Fatih Sultan Mehmet University

Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University (FSMVU) is a foundation university located in the heart of Istanbul, Established in 2010. Rooted in a deep legacy of Ottoman educational tradition and inspired by the vision of Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror, FSMVU brings together heritage and innovation in higher education. The university offers a wide range of academic programs across 7 main fields of study: • Art and Architecture • Business, Economics, and Administrative Sciences • Education • Engineering • Islamic Sciences • Law • Social Sciences FSMVU is home to a vibrant and diverse international community, with more than 1,400+ international students from over 70 countries. The university strongly emphasizes research, hosting 20 specialized research centers that promote interdisciplinary academic work and real-world impact. With over 550+ international cooperation agreements with universities and institutions worldwide, FSMVU actively supports global engagement, exchange, and collaboration. Students are supported through three language schools offering instruction in Turkish, English, and Arabic, ensuring accessibility and academic success for students from diverse linguistic backgrounds. Spread across five campuses strategically located throughout Istanbul, FSMVU provides students with modern learning environments while being closely connected to the city's rich cultural and historical fabric. FSMVU continues to grow as a center for high-quality education, intercultural dialogue, and research excellence — preparing students to become global citizens grounded in ethical values and academic integrity.