Hacettepe University adopts a non-discriminatory admissions policy designed to prevent unequal treatment and to ensure that all applicants are offered equal opportunities throughout the admissions process. No discrimination is made on the basis of gender, disability, socio-economic background, ethnicity, religion, political opinion, or any other personal characteristic; all decisions are based solely on objective and measurable criteria.
Hacettepe University’s General Ethical Principles further reinforce this commitment by stating that “Due to language, origin, color, bodily characteristics, gender, sexual orientation, political thought, faith, religion, sect and similar characteristics, people are not discriminated against and treated fairly in service delivery.”
Hacettepe University’s Mission and Vision also explicitly emphasize its commitment to Respectful to Differences, stating that it “As a university, respect for different thoughts, cultures, and beliefs is one of our values.” These statements collectively form the foundation of the University’s admissions practices and broader equity-focused policies.
Undergraduate Admissions
Undergraduate admissions are conducted through Türkiye’s national centralized examination and placement system. Students are placed in undergraduate programs by the Student Selection and Placement Centre (ÖSYM) based on exam scores, national ranking, and quotas approved by The Council of Higher Education (YÖK). Hacettepe University fully adheres to this objective and nationally standardized system.
Graduate Admissions
Graduate admissions also follow a transparent and nationally regulated framework. Applicants take national examinations (e.g., ALES and language proficiency tests) and are then evaluated based on Hacettepe University’s published quotas and criteria. Final admission decisions are made using a weighted combination of national exam scores, academic background, and written/oral examinations conducted by the University—all of which are defined and published in advance. Equal opportunity is ensured at every stage.
Positive Discrimination and Support for Students with Disabilities
Students with disabilities participate in the same national examinations; however, national regulations provide dedicated disability quotas for placement into higher education programs. Additionally, Hacettepe University offers extensive support mechanisms to ensure full participation in academic and campus life. University dormitories apply separate and prioritized accommodation quotas for students with disabilities.
Hacettepe University has an established Disability Support Unit, responsible for:
-
Providing academic, physical, and social support to students with disabilities,
-
Coordinating accessibility and accommodation processes,
-
Organizing awareness-raising activities on inclusive education,
-
Facilitating access to necessary materials, devices, and infrastructure.
- ach faculty also appoints a Disability Student Advisor, and their contact information is publicly available on the Disability Support Unit’s website.
Address: Hacettepe University Faculty of Health Sciences
Occupational Therapy Department, 3rd floor
Sıhhiye/Ankara
Telephone: 305 25 60 /135
305 16 36
Equity, Inclusion, and Financial Support
To promote equity and inclusion, the University provides a range of assistance programs for students facing financial hardship or special needs, including scholarships, housing priority, meal support, and emergency aid programs. These mechanisms are designed to ensure that socio-economic conditions do not prevent access to higher education.
Publicly Posted Regulations and Policies
Hacettepe University publicly publishes all regulations and directives related to student admissions through the Student Affairs Directorate’s “Mevzuat / Regulations” page. The following key documents are openly accessible:
-
Hacettepe University Associate and Undergraduate Education, Training and Examination Regulation
(regulates student admissions, registration procedures, academic rights, and objective evaluation criteria) -
Hacettepe University Directive on Admission of International Students
(defines application requirements, evaluation criteria, and transparent admissions procedures) -
Hacettepe University Student Social Support Directive
(outlines support mechanisms and priority practices for disadvantaged or special-needs students)
When considered together with the University’s General Ethical Principles and its Mission–Vision declarations, these publicly posted documents demonstrate that Hacettepe University’s admissions processes operate within a transparent framework grounded in non-discrimination, equal opportunity, and clearly defined positive discrimination mechanisms.