Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi (ODTÜ) or Middle East Technical University (METU) is a public research university located in Ankara, the capital city of Turkey. It was established in 1956 with the aim of providing a high-quality education in engineering and natural sciences.
ODTÜ offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a wide range of fields, including engineering, natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, and art, design and architecture. The university is well-known for its strong programs in engineering and natural sciences, and it is regarded as one of the best universities in Turkey and the region.
The university has a beautiful and spacious campus that includes academic and administrative buildings, research centers, libraries, laboratories, sports facilities, dormitories, and social spaces. ODTÜ also has a strong research culture and has collaborations with national and international academic institutions and companies.
ODTÜ’s mission is to provide a high-quality education that prepares students for their professional careers and contributes to the development of the country and the world. The university also aims to promote a culture of research and innovation and to serve as a hub for scientific and technological development.
