Üsküdar University Additional Quota and Additional Placement Guide
The university placement process can be quite stressful and complicated for many candidates. For candidates who could not get into the department they wanted in the initial placement, or who did not make any preferences, the additional quota and additional placement processes represent a second chance and are of great importance. In this guide, you can find detailed information specific to Üsküdar University on additional quotas, the application process, points to pay attention to, and the most frequently asked questions.
What Are Additional Quota and Additional Placement?
What is the difference between additional quota and additional placement?
Additional quota refers to the extra student quotas granted to universities by YÖK (the Council of Higher Education). These quotas are added to the program's regular term quota and are generally determined according to the program's popularity or need.
Additional placement, on the other hand, is a second preference period held for quotas left vacant because candidates did not register after the initial placement. In additional placement, programs may cover both the vacant initial quotas and the additional quotas.
In short:
Additional quota = refers to the opportunity to apply for quotas left vacant after central placement.
Additional placement = the process of admitting new students to fill quotas left vacant in the YKS (Higher Education Institutions Examination) due to candidates not being placed in the initial placement or not registering.
Who can apply for additional quotas?
The following candidates can apply for additional placement:
- Candidates who were not placed in any program in the initial placement
- Candidates who did not make any preferences
- Candidates who were placed but did not register and wish to make preferences again (no OBP/success-score deduction is applied)
- All candidates who took the exam during the year and hold a valid YKS score
Üsküdar University's Vacant Additional Quotas
With its health-sciences-focused structure, Üsküdar University is among Turkey's leading foundation universities. Departments with additional quotas or vacancies — particularly in psychology, health management, nursing, and engineering — can present an important opportunity for candidates.
Additional quotas in undergraduate programs
Additional quotas at the undergraduate level are generally shaped by universities' demand intensity, registration rates, and quota planning. Vacant quotas can occasionally arise in many faculties. These vacancies may vary depending on the general level of interest in the academic field, the rate at which the department is preferred, and the intensity of applications during the year. Quotas opened in undergraduate programs during additional placement periods vary from year to year and offer candidates a second placement opportunity.
Additional quotas in associate degree programs
Associate degree programs within universities' vocational schools can see high demand due to their applied-education-focused structure. As a result, vacant quotas may remain in various programs depending on the fill rate during the initial placement period. During the additional placement process, vocational school programs mostly offer candidates additional options thanks to their flexible quota structure. Additional quotas in associate degree programs vary each year depending on the department's applied nature, regional demand, and student interest.
Additional quotas in English-medium programs
Undergraduate programs taught in a foreign language attract interest due to both international opportunities and advantages oriented toward the global job market. However, vacant quotas can occasionally arise in these programs as well. Whether an additional quota is opened in English-medium departments depends on the program's student profile, level of demand, preparatory-class structure, and preference movement during the year. During additional placement periods, this can become an option offering candidates extra opportunities in terms of both language education and academic content.
Üsküdar University Scholarships and Discounts
For detailed information about the scholarships and discounts Üsküdar University offers to associate and undergraduate students in the 2026-2027 academic year, and to see all our scholarships, click this link: https://uskudar.edu.tr/en/scholarships.
Üsküdar University Tuition Fees
To see the fees that associate and undergraduate students newly registering at Üsküdar University in the 2026-2027 academic year must pay by department, click this link: https://uskudar.edu.tr/en/tuition-fees-new-registration.
You can use the Fee Calculation Tool to find out the Net Amount Payable during registration. For the Fee Calculation Tool, click this link: https://uskudar.edu.tr/en/wage-calculation-tool.
Important Dates for the Additional Placement Period
Following the YKS initial placement results, excitement is beginning for candidate students who could not be placed in any higher education program, ahead of the additional preference (2nd placement) period. In line with the 2026-2027 YKS Additional Preference Guide to be published by the Assessment, Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM), universities' vacant quotas and base scores will be announced.
2026 University Registration and Additional Preference Calendar
For the additional placement process to begin, the initial placement registrations must first be completed and the vacant quotas reported to the ÖSYM system:
- Electronic (E-Registration) Applications: August 24-26, 2026
- In-Person Registrations: August 24-28, 2026
- Notification of Vacant Quotas: To be submitted to ÖSYM by the relevant universities after registrations are completed.
- YKS Additional Preference Dates: The official calendar has not yet been announced by ÖSYM. The additional preference dates are expected to become clear as soon as the registration process ends.
What Should You Pay Attention to When Making YKS Additional Preferences?
Score Criterion: Candidates must have a score equal to or higher than the base score formed in the general placement for the program they wish to prefer (except for programs whose quota is not filled).
Initial Placement Condition: Candidates who were placed in a program in the YKS general placement (whether or not they registered) cannot benefit from the additional placement right.
Following the Guide: Preference submission will only be made through the ÖSYM Candidate Transactions System (AİS) within the specified dates.
As soon as the official additional preference guide is published by ÖSYM, Üsküdar University's base scores, vacant quotas, scholarship opportunities, and preference counseling processes will be updated instantly on our website. Candidates will be able to visit Üsküdar University and receive in-person or online counseling support.
To contact our preference counselors via WhatsApp and get answers to all your questions, click this link. You can also contact the Üsküdar University Call Center by phone. Our phone number: 0 (216) 400 22 22
Additional Placement Application and Preference Process
Step-by-step additional placement application guide
- Follow YÖK Atlas and ÖSYM announcements. Additional placement dates are determined by ÖSYM.
- Review the quota lists on Üsküdar University's official website.
- Identify suitable programs.
- Log in to the ÖSYM Candidate Transactions System (AİS).
- Create and confirm your preference list.
- Wait for the placement results to be announced.
- If placed, complete your registration on time.
Points to consider when making preferences
Approach more popular programs and quotas carefully; quotas can change quickly.
Use base scores as a reference, but keep in mind that scores may drop during additional placement.
Review details such as the scholarships, discounts, and language of instruction offered by the university.
Fill your 24 preferences strategically, in the range most suitable for your own success ranking.
How should you choose a program based on your score?
A few preferences can be written for departments slightly higher than your score.
Programs at the same level as your score should be in the middle of the list.
Departments below your score should form the lower part of the list as a safety net.
Preferences should be made not only based on score, but also taking into account interest area + career goal + program language.
Why Should You Choose Üsküdar University Through Additional Quota?
Academic programs and areas of expertise
Üsküdar University is a university specialized in Turkey particularly in fields such as:
- Psychology
- Neuroscience
- Health sciences
- Engineering
- Behavioral sciences
Its research centers and academic staff are strong.
Campus, location, and student facilities
- Central campus structure (Altunizade – Üsküdar)
- Easy transportation
- Modern laboratories
- Technology centers
The library, student clubs, and social activities provide a good learning environment for students.
Career, internship, and graduate support
- Intensive internship opportunities in health and psychology fields
- Industry partnerships
- CV, interview, and job-finding support from the Career Center
- Alumni network and employment advantages
Üsküdar University has a strong profile, particularly in terms of applied education and career support.