History
The history of Atatürk University is a story of the realization of one of the most significant projects of the Turkish Republic. In his opening speech for the legislative year at the Grand National Assembly of Turkey on November. 1, 1937, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of Turkish Republic, stressed the need to found abig university in the eastern Anatolia region of Turkey.
Atatürk University Key Statistics & Highlights
- #801 Ranking
- 49 Scholarships
- 1,832 Academic Staff
- 63,400 Students
- 1,268 Students (int'l)
- 31,066 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Atatürk University Overview
Atatürk University Scholarships
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Atatürk University Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 61 reviews
- 5 Star 19 Reviews
- 4 Star 31 Reviews
- 3 Star 10 Reviews
- 2 Star 1 Review
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
Overview of my University Experience
Atatürk University, located in Erzurum, Turkey, offers a comprehensive English Language and Literature program that focuses on developing students' language skills and understanding of literary works. The curriculum covers a wide range of subjects, including English grammar, literature from both British and American writers, and linguistic analysis. Students are trained in critical thinking, literary analysis, and cultural contexts of the English language. The program also provides courses in translation and language science. Graduates can pursue careers in teaching, translation, publishing, research, and international business, among other fields.
I was happy with my school
Hello, the mathematics department was great for me, I can say that studying mathematics in an abstract way greatly improved my perspective and made me more knowledgeable. I graduated and I want to apply in the field of artificial intelligence with my knowledge in the mathematics department. And I want to work in this field.
Profs should be more respectful with students.
University’s city is so cold. 7 month with snow. Not much location for socialazing. Cıty must develop. People are not very welcome about innovation.
Atatürk University Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
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Best Global Universities Rankings
By U.S. News & World Report
Climbed 85 places compared to 2025
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3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1261 | 1164 | 1079 |
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QS World University Rankings
By TopUniversities
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1401 | 1201 | 1201 |
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World University Rankings
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1201 | - | 801 |
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Academic Ranking of World Universities
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
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| - | 901 | 901 |
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