Applications for Child Development Graduate Programs Are Ongoing

Applications, which commenced on March 3, 2026, may be submitted until September 30, 2026.

Candidates who wish to enhance their academic knowledge and professional competencies in the field of Child Development may complete their pre-registration procedures through Istanbul Gelisim University's online application system.

Application Process

Candidates may begin the pre-registration process by creating an account in Istanbul Gelisim University's online application system and logging into the system.

For application and pre-registration:
IGU Graduate Pre-Registration System

Please note that pre-registration does not constitute final enrollment. Following the application deadline specified in the Academic Calendar, candidates are evaluated by the Graduate Education Institute according to their ranking based on the relevant admission criteria. Following the evaluation process, the main and reserve candidate lists are announced on the website of the Graduate Education Institute.

Candidates who are entitled to final enrollment are also contacted by the Graduate Education Institute by telephone. Successful candidates are required to submit the necessary documents within the specified dates and complete their final enrollment procedures.

Master's Program Application Requirements

Candidates applying to master's programs with thesis are required to have obtained a minimum score of 55 on ALES, provided that the score was obtained within the five years preceding the application date. Equivalent scores determined by the Council of Higher Education, including a minimum score of 450 on GMAT or 610 on GRE, are also accepted.

ALES scores are not required for applications to non-thesis master's programs.

Candidates are advised to review the program-specific application and admission requirements for the Child Development graduate programs prior to submitting their applications.

Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

Candidates who wish to pursue graduate education in the field of Child Development may complete their pre-registration procedures through the online application system until September 30, 2026.

Further information regarding graduate education and the application process may be obtained through the following contact channels:

Call Center: +90 212 422 70 00 - 797
E-mail: lisansustu@gelisim.edu.tr
WhatsApp Support Line: +90 531 384 25 22