Program Overview
Since 2004, SUNY Cortland and Anadolu University in Eskisehir, Türkiye have partnered on a strong and vibrant Dual-Diploma Programs (DDP) in the fields of Teaching English as a Second Language and Business Economics.
Pamukkale University, located in Denizli, Türkiye, became a Dual-Diploma partner institution in 2023. This partnership offers students in the Economics and Public Administration & Public Policy programs a globally integrated educational experience. Students complete their first two years of study at Pamukkale University in Türkiye, followed by their final two years at SUNY Cortland.
Istanbul Beykent University, based in Istanbul, Türkiye, became a Dual-Diploma partner institution in 2024. This partnership offers students in the New Media program an internationally connected academic path. Students spend two years at Istanbul Beykent University and two years at SUNY Cortland, gaining skills in digital content creation for careers in broadcast, video, multimedia, gaming, and related industries.
The articulation agreements between SUNY Cortland and universities in Türkiye, approved by both the Turkish Higher Education Council (YÖK) and SUNY, establish programs that facilitate the reciprocal transfer of academic credits. These agreements allow students to begin their studies in Türkiye and then continue their academic progress at SUNY Cortland. By the end of the program, students complete at least four semesters in Türkiye and four or more semesters in the United States. Upon graduation, students will receive diplomas from both universities.
Dual-Diploma Programs at SUNY Cortland
B.A. Teaching English as a Second Language
B.A. Business Economics with concentrations in Financial Management, International Business, and Economics.
B.S. Public Administration and Public Policy
Admission Requirements
Prospective Turkish students who graduated from a high school in Türkiye will be admitted to the international dual diploma program in B.A. degree by OSYM according to their YKS scores (DiL score type). Non-Turkish students will be admitted to the program according to the University's Foreign Student Application, Admission, and Registration Guideline and the Turkish Higher Education Council's Foreign Student Admissions Guideline.
Turkish and non-Turkish students who are admitted to their home university will also be admitted to SUNY Cortland. However, in order to start their education at SUNY Cortland, students' GPA should be a minimum of 2.0 over 4.00; and they should have a minimum English proficiency score on an exam accepted by SUNY Cortland, as noted below.
Once admitted to the program, the student begins their studies at the Turkish university. TESL students typically enroll at Anadolu University in years 1 and 4, and enroll at SUNY Cortland in years 2 and 3. Business Economics students enroll in years 1 and 2 at Anadolu University/Pamukkale University and years 3 and 4 at SUNY Cortland. New Media students enroll years 1 and 2 at Beykent University and years 3 and 4 at SUNY Cortland.
Admission to a DDP Program and Enrollment at a Turkish university
- Students complete the university entrance exam (TYT) followed by the university placement exam (YKS).
- ÖSYM calculates the placement scores and distributes the results to students. Students are placed in the DDP program based on their score and enroll at the home university. For more information about ÖSYM and ÖSYS, please contact the SUNY Türkiye Office.
Coming to Cortland to Continue the DDP Program
- After the student has completed an established number of credits at a Turkish university, SUNY Cortland will review their eligibility to continue the DDP program at Cortland, based on minimum GPA and English proficiency test scores. Students should submit to SUNY Cortland’s International Programs Office the following documentation, preferably by June 15 to start the fall semester or November 1 to start the spring semester:
- The DDP Enrollment Form
- SUNY Cortland’s application
- Academic transcripts in English from home university certifying a minimum GPA of 2.0.
- Copy of IELTS (minimum test score of 5.5) or TOEFL (minimum test score of 72) results, or Duolingo English Test (minimum score of 90), or PTE Academic Test (minimum score of 45).
Features of the Dual-Diploma Programs at SUNY Cortland
- Develop a global perspective
- Enhance English skills
- Demanding program that meets and exceeds worldwide academic standards
- Opportunities to connect classroom theory to hands-on practice with internships, and fieldwork
- Excellent faculty and student support offices
- Over 70 sponsored student clubs and organizations
- Students can engage in many social events and excursions
You will find in SUNY Cortland a supportive environment. Our International Programs office, and many other offices on campus, are dedicated to ensuring that DDP students enjoy all that our campus has to offer. There is no better time in your life to develop new friendships, gain new understandings and broaden your horizons.
Please see our International Student Testimonials to learn about the DDP student experience.
Program Costs
Students pay tuition and fees to SUNY Cortland for their Cortland-based coursework and pay their Turkish university bills for their home university-based courses. Find information on SUNY Cortland tuition and fees.
Dual-Diploma students will receive an International Scholarship Award up to $3,750 per semester (up to $7,500 per academic year).
SUNY Cortland Dual-Diploma Partnership Agreements
Anadolu University
Dual Bachelor's in Business Economics
Istanbul Beykent University
Dual Bachelor's in New Communication Media
Pamukkale University
Dual Bachelor's in Public Administration and Public Policy
Contact Details
SUNY Cortland International Programs Office
Daniela Baban Hurrle, Director of International Programs
international@cortland.edu
Tel: +1-607-753-2209
SUNY Türkiye Office
Busra Cebeci, Program Director
busra.cebeci@suny.edu
Tel: + 90 212 319 1838-39