Studying Psychology in Türkiye: a guide for students from Nigeria
144 universities in Türkiye offer Psychology; 58 of them teach it in English. Below you will find the best options for students from Nigeria, with fees, the visa process and the documents you need.
Universities offering Psychology
Visa and documents for students from Nigeria
- Visa
- Student visa required
Nigerian citizens need a visa for Türkiye. Students apply for a student visa with the acceptance letter from their university in Türkiye. - How to apply
- According to the Embassy in Abuja, since 5 January 2026 all Turkish visa applications must be submitted through the authorized company Sefa Visa. In addition to the centre in Abuja, a Sefa Visa office has been operating in Lagos since 1 June 2026. Contact the offices for appointments and the current document list.
- Required documents
- Generally a passport, acceptance letter, secondary school certificate (including WAEC/NECO results) and transcript, proof of financial means and a photo are required. Get the current list from Sefa Visa.
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Can students from Nigeria study Psychology in English in Türkiye?
Yes. 58 universities offer Psychology in English (fully or at least 30%). The others teach in Turkish and require a one-year Turkish preparatory year.
How much does it cost to study Psychology in Türkiye?
Annual tuition ranges from 1,000 to 25,000 USD depending on the university. Private universities usually charge more; state universities are cheaper but have limited international quotas.
Do students from Nigeria need a visa for Türkiye?
Student visa required. Nigerian citizens need a visa for Türkiye. Students apply for a student visa with the acceptance letter from their university in Türkiye
How can I apply from Nigeria?
Fill in our online application form and upload your documents. Your first application to private and Northern Cyprus universities is free, and we handle the whole process up to enrolment.