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Samsun University May 19
Ondokuz Mayıs Üniversitesi
19 May University (OMÜ) is one of the largest public universities in Turkey, founded in 1975. It was established to contribute to the economic, cultural and social development of the Black Sea region. In more than 45 years of operation, the university has become a leading research and education center with universal values and an intellectual approach.
OMÜ is named after "May 19", the date when Mustafa Kemal Atatürk landed in Samsun on the steamship "Bandırma", marking the beginning of the Turkish War of Independence.
International status
Samsun University May 19
(Ondokuz Mayıs Üniversitesi)
The university aims to become a global educational hub. Today, students from 109 countries study here, making OMÜ one of the most international universities in Turkey.
OMÜ participates in international exchange programs:
Erasmus+
Mevlana
Farabi
Academic programs and teaching staff meet international educational standards.
Faculty and Academic Achievements
OMÜ is one of the top universities in Turkey in terms of the number of academic staff. The university actively develops interdisciplinary research and supports its students and teachers in scientific achievements.
OMÜ promotes the development of creative, critically thinking and enterprising professionals who are capable of solving complex problems.
Campuses and infrastructure
OMÜ has a unique natural campus. The central campus Kuropelit (8,800 hectares) is located on the Black Sea coast, providing a breathtaking panoramic view of the endless horizon.
Other campuses:
Fine Arts Campus - located at the entrance to the city, on the seashore.
Mustafa Kemal Guneshdodu Campus is located in the Carsamba district.
10 additional campuses - scattered throughout various areas of the region.
Inclusive Education (Barrier-Free University)
OMÜ works hard to create an inclusive educational environment. The campuses are adapted for students with special needs. For these achievements, the university has received 13 "Orange Flags" from the Higher Education Council of Turkey (YÖK).
Student life and clubs
The university is actively developing student initiatives. There are 112 student clubs operating in the following areas:
Cultures and Arts
Sports
Science and technology
Leadership and Career
OMÜ invites everyone to experience university life and discover a dynamic educational environment.
Academic structure
OMÜ includes:
19 faculties
1 higher school
12 professional colleges
2 institutes
1 conservatory
28 research and development centers
The most important faculties:
Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences
Faculty of Architecture
Faculty of Arts and Design