Istanbul University (IU) is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in Turkey and one of the earliest universities in Europe. Here are some key information about the university:

Founding:

The predecessor of Istanbul University can be traced back to the Medrese (Islamic school) established shortly after the Ottoman Empire conquered Constantinople in 1453. However, Istanbul University in the modern sense was founded on July 23, 1846 as Darülfünûn (House of Multidisciplinary Studies). On August 1, 1933, it was reorganized into the current Istanbul University in accordance with the educational reforms of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the founder of the Republic of Turkey.

Institutional Nature:

Istanbul University is a public university funded and supported by the Turkish government.

Educational Philosophy:

The university emphasizes academic freedom, research innovation and cross-cultural exchange, and is committed to cultivating students' critical thinking skills and social responsibility.

Key Laboratories and Disciplines:

Istanbul University has multiple research institutions, including institutes in the fields of medicine, law, social sciences, humanities, etc.

The university's key disciplines include law, political science, economics, medicine, engineering, literature, history, etc.

Faculties/Colleges:

Istanbul University has several faculties, such as:

Faculty of Political Science

Faculty of Law

Faculty of Medicine

Faculty of Dentistry

Faculty of Pharmacy

Faculty of Engineering

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Faculty of Education

Faculty of Communications

Faculty of Business

Faculty of Science

Faculty of Sports

Faculty of Tourism

Faculty of Marine Science and Technology

As well as several graduate schools

Ranking:

Istanbul University has a certain influence internationally, but it may not be at the top of the global rankings. The specific rankings vary depending on the ranking agency and year.

In certain specific fields, such as medicine or education, Istanbul University may perform better. For example, it was ranked 501st in the THE World University Ranking for Education and around 460th in the QS World University Ranking for Medicine.

Expenses:

As a public university, tuition fees are relatively low for Turkish citizens. For international students, tuition fees depend on the course selected and may be higher than local students.

Accommodation and other living expenses will vary depending on personal lifestyle and choices.

Campus:

The main campus is located near Beyazit Square in the center of Istanbul, surrounded by many historical sites such as Beyazit Tower. Other campuses include Avcılar, Vezneciler, Bahçeköy, etc.

The campus is well-equipped with libraries, laboratories, sports stadiums, etc., providing students with a good learning environment.