With the completion of the Higher Education Institutions Exam (YKS) marathon, an exciting waiting period has begun for students and their families.
Stating that this period before the results, expected to be announced on July 22, can be used most efficiently with proper planning, Exp. Psych. Cons. Sevgi Toprakyaran said, “Start researching the departments and universities you are interested in now. Examine last year's base scores, success rankings, and quota information from YÖK Atlas and preference robots.” Toprakyaran added, “This process is not just a waiting period, it's time to shape your future. Get to know yourself better, research your dream professions, and clarify your goals.”
Üsküdar Üniversitesi Assistant Manager of Educational Institutions and Guidance Services, Exp. Psych. Cons. Sevgi Toprakyaran, presented a roadmap to candidates for the period until July 22, when the YKS results are expected to be announced.
The waiting period can be stressful for many candidates
Reminding that OSYM announced the 2025-YKS results will be declared on July 22, 2025, Sevgi Toprakyaran said, “This waiting period can be stressful for many candidates. However, evaluating this time correctly can provide both strong preparation for the preference period and psychological relief. Start researching the departments and universities you are interested in now. Examine last year's base scores, success rankings, and quota information from YÖK Atlas and preference robots. Access details such as course content, internship opportunities, and graduates' employment opportunities on university websites.”
Which profession is right for you?
Pointing out the importance of self-knowledge in making the right choice, Guidance Expert Sevgi Toprakyaran said, “Review your interests, strengths, and expectations. Tools such as the Career Test offered by Üsküdar Üniversitesi can guide you in this regard. List the departments that interest you and note which universities offer these departments. This list will be your biggest helper during the preference process.”
Conduct university and profession research!
Exp. Psych. Cons. Toprakyaran, while acknowledging that resting after YKS is important, suggested that instead of completely going into holiday mode, candidates should conduct university and profession research for short periods each day. She added that this would help reduce the anxiety they might experience during the preference period.
This process is time to shape your future
Sevgi Toprakyaran also advised candidates to review the 2024-Higher Education Programs and Quotas Guide and check the special conditions for departments in advance. She concluded her words by saying, “Some departments may have requirements such as a health report, aptitude test, or specific success ranking. This process is not just a waiting period, it's time to shape your future. Get to know yourself better, research your dream professions, and clarify your goals. After the 2025-Higher Education Programs and Quotas Guide is published, candidates will continue to receive the most accurate support.”