Accommodation
Students can access dormitories, private residences, and apartment options suited to different budgets and lifestyle preferences.
Accommodation Options and Costs
Students in Isparta can choose from a variety of accommodation options. Public dormitories operated under the KYK system remain the most affordable choice, with highly subsidised accommodation fees. Private student residences charge between TRY 3,500 and TRY 7,500 per month, depending on room type and available facilities, while premium residences offering services such as meals and transportation may cost between TRY 8,000 and TRY 9,000 per month. Shared rental apartments are another popular option, with monthly rent ranging from approximately TRY 8,500 to TRY 12,000 per person in apartments shared by two or three students. Students wishing to rent a small apartment on their own can expect monthly rents between TRY 13,000 and TRY 22,000. Although the city's average monthly rent has reached approximately TRY 18,000–19,000 in 2026, Isparta continues to offer significantly more affordable living costs than major metropolitan cities such as İstanbul, Ankara, and İzmir.
Average Monthly Cost of Living
Isparta ranks among the most budget-friendly cities for students in Türkiye. As of 2026, the average monthly cost of living, including accommodation, food, transportation, and personal expenses, ranges between TRY 20,000 and TRY 30,000. Meals at university cafeterias typically cost between TRY 120 and TRY 220, while a full lunch at local restaurants in the city centre ranges from TRY 250 to TRY 450. Weekly grocery shopping generally costs between TRY 700 and TRY 1,200, and monthly public transportation expenses are approximately TRY 700 to TRY 1,100. When considered in terms of foreign currencies, these living costs make Türkiye a highly affordable destination for higher education and daily life compared with most European countries.
Transportation: Within the City and Beyond
Municipal buses form the backbone of Isparta's public transportation network, and fares remain highly affordable when using the HES card. Monthly public transportation expenses typically range between **TRY 700 and TRY 1,100**. Taxis are readily available, and the close proximity between the university campuses and the city centre makes walking a practical option for everyday life.
For intercity travel, Isparta Süleyman Demirel Airport offers both direct and connecting flights to numerous destinations, with flights to İstanbul taking approximately one hour. Regular coach services connect Isparta with Antalya, İzmir, Ankara, Konya, and many surrounding cities. Intercity bus fares generally range between TRY 400 and TRY 900, while minibuses serving nearby towns and districts provide an even more economical means of transportation.
The world-renowned tourism destination of Antalya is just a 1.5-hour drive away and is served by a major international airport with frequent domestic and international flights. In addition, the Ankara–Eskişehir–Isparta–Antalya high-speed rail line is expected to become operational in the near future, further enhancing the region's accessibility.
For students receiving Türkiye Scholarships (YTB), the nearest YTB Office is located in Ankara. In addition, a new YTB Office is planned to be established within Isparta University of Applied Sciences (IUAS) in Isparta by the end of the year.
