Erasmus Experience in Istanbul, Turkey by Mayssa

Why did you choose to go to Istanbul, Turkey?

Because it’s cheaper and I can enjoy the bosphorus and very alive city

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

500 dollars per month

What is the student lifestyle like in Istanbul?

It depends on the atmosphere that you can create but fist you need to be careful...

Would you recommend the city and the University of Istanbul to other students?

Not that much to be honest

What is the food like?

Delicious

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Istanbul?

Yeah it’s not easy

How much does it cost to live in Istanbul?

Rent and living 500 dollars per month

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

No the language is not that easy

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Istanbul from your city?

By flights

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Istanbul?

In kadikoy moda ...rock concerts and good for students not expensive

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Istanbul?

Mado is the best ...

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Dolmabahce,Aya sofia ,...

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Istanbul in the future?

I advice them before going to Istanbul they need to know at least 50% of the language and they have to watch Turkish news not movies because movies is not the reality ..