A Complete Guide to Mugla Sıtkı Kocman University
In the heart of the Aegean, a city with lush green campuses awaits your university life. If you have chosen Mugla Sıtkı Kocman University (MSKU), you are lucky. Here, you’re stepping into not just a university, but a lifestyle. This guide contains everything you need to know about MSKU!
General Information About Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University
Founded in 1992, Mugla Sıtkı Kocman University is named after the philanthropist Sıtkı Kocman, who greatly contributed to the city. Most of the university’s faculties are located at the Kotekli Campus, approximately 5 km from the city center.
Faculties at Kötekli Campus:
- Faculty of Literature
- Faculty of Education
- Informatics Department
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Fine Arts
- Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences
- Faculty of Theology
- Faculty of Architecture
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Health Sciences
- Faculty of Fisheries
- Faculty of Sports Sciences
- Faculty of Technical Education
- Faculty of Technology
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Tourism
- School of Foreign Languages
Campus Life
Kötekli Campus
The main campus of MSKU is immersed in nature. With green spaces, olive trees, birdsong, and bicycle paths, it is a typical Aegean campus. Facilities include:
- Swimming pool, table tennis, step-aerobics and gymnastics hall, strength training room, tennis courts, basketball courts, football field, and stadium
- Ataturk Cultural Center for concerts, theater, cinema, and exhibitions
- Ahmet Altıntas Hall for panels, talks, conferences
- Cafeterias, cafés, and restaurants
Student clubs organize outdoor concerts, spring festivals, and film screenings, creating a vibrant campus life.
Transportation
- From Mugla city center to Kotekli: minibuses, buses, and private shuttles
- Students can use the 60-ride subscription card for public transport at 1 TL per ride
- Nearest airport: Milas-Bodrum Airport, approximately 1 hour by car
- Easy access to nearby districts like Bodrum, Marmaris, Fethiye, and Akyaka
Accommodation
If you’ve been accepted to Mugla Sıtkı Kocman University and are wondering where to stay for a safe, comfortable, and social start to your university life, Residorm is the answer.
Residorm: On-Campus Dormitory
Located inside Kotekli Campus, Residorm offers students:
- Walking distance to faculties
- Stress-free morning commute to classes
- Being at the heart of campus life
Students save time commuting and enjoy more time for studies and social activities.
Facilities at Residorm:
- Mostly 3-person rooms; also 1- and 2-person rooms
- 24/7 hot water, heating, internet, security cameras, and reception
- Controlled entry with turnstiles and electronic room cards
- Study rooms and shared kitchens
- Wireless internet in rooms and common areas
- Weekly room cleaning, laundry service
- Social areas: TV rooms, lobby, garden
- Residorm commercial area: café-restaurant and gym
- Easy access to campus facilities such as library, cafeteria, and sports facilities
Residorm Muğla Registration & Information
For more details or to register online:
Dining & Cafeterias
- University cafeteria offers a wide range of affordable meals
- Several campus cafés, buffets, and tea gardens
- Kotekli neighborhood is a student-friendly area with affordable dining options
Social Life & Student Clubs
MSKÜ students actively participate in student clubs and organize various events.
Some Student Clubs:
- Astronomy and Science Club
- Mountaineering and Outdoor Sports Club
- Digital Game Design Club
- Philosophy Club
- Music Club
- Artificial Intelligence Club
See all student clubs here.
Library, Academic Facilities, and Scholarships
- MSKÜ Mentese Library is located at Kotekli Campus
- Research Laboratory Center available
- International exchange programs: Erasmus, Mevlana, Farabi
- Scholarships, free lunch, and part-time work opportunities are provided to successful students in need, supported by the university and Sıtkı Kocman Foundation
Being a Student in Muğla
Muğla, with districts like Bodrum, Marmaris, Datca, Fethiye, and Koycegiz, is one of Turkey’s most livable cities and important tourism centers.
- Quiet, safe, and nature-friendly
- Close to sea, forest, and mountains
- For information about places to visit, cinemas, and shopping malls in Mugla, see our City Guide page