Medicine, Dentistry & Engineering in Turkey: Why These Fields Stand Out
The specific international accreditations behind Turkey's medical and engineering degrees — including Washington Accord and WFME recognition.
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Key takeaways: Turkey's engineering accreditation body, MÜDEK, has been a full signatory to the Washington Accord since 2011. Turkey's medical accreditation body, TEPDAD, has held Recognition Status from the World Federation for Medical Education since 2013.
| Field | Accreditation body | International recognition | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | MÜDEK | Washington Accord signatory | 2011 |
| Medicine | TEPDAD | WFME Recognition Status | 2013 |
Engineering: MÜDEK and the Washington Accord
Since June 2011, MÜDEK has been a full signatory of the Washington Accord — the same framework as US ABET.
Medicine and Dentistry: TEPDAD and WFME recognition
Since 2013, TEPDAD has held WFME Recognition Status. Yeditepe University's Faculty of Medicine has held TEPDAD accreditation since 2014, renewed through 2026.
Turkey has 118 medical faculties, with over 21,000 new admissions in 2025–2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Is a medical degree from Turkey recognized internationally?
TEPDAD has held WFME Recognition Status since 2013 — one of a small number of accreditation agencies worldwide to hold this status.
Are Turkish engineering degrees recognized abroad?
MÜDEK-accredited programs are recognized as equivalent to ABET-accredited US programs, since MÜDEK is a Washington Accord signatory since 2011.