Mersin University in Numbers

Our academic and administrative staff and student numbers.

Academic Staff

Mersin University adopts a modern and innovative educational approach that aims to provide students with both theoretical and practical knowledge. It focuses not only on academic success but also on students' social and personal development, preparing them for the dynamics of the business world through methods that strengthen creative thinking, critical perspective and problem-solving skills.

With an interdisciplinary approach, students are encouraged to gain a broader perspective by blending knowledge across different fields. Applied courses, project work and internship programs reinforce theoretical knowledge, while club activities, social responsibility projects and cultural events help students grow into independent, team-oriented individuals.

Our academic staff, experts in their fields, guide and inspire students. Thanks to programs aligned with global education standards, our students are equipped to compete on the international stage.

366
Professors
225
Associate Professors
244
Doctor Lecturers
366
Lecturers
242
Research Assistants
12
Contracted Foreign Nationals
1
Contracted Artists
1,089
Total

Administrative Staff

Aware of the role of administrative staff in institutional success, Mersin University adopts an approach that values its employees, contributes to their development and is based on efficiency. Our administrative staff play a critical role in the smooth execution of academic and student processes.

The university organizes various training programs and seminars to continuously improve the professional skills of administrative staff. Feedback mechanisms supporting a participatory management approach and an open communication culture keep motivation high, and creating a working atmosphere where team spirit, solidarity and cooperation come first is among our primary goals.

1,331
Administrative Staff
24
4/B Contracted
0
4/C
2
Workers on Visa
847
Permanent Workers
2,178
Total

Student Numbers

Mersin University stands out as one of the most dynamic higher education institutions in the region and the country, with a growing number of students every year. Today it hosts a large and rich academic community of nearly 45 thousand students at associate, undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.

The diverse academic and cultural backgrounds of our students further enrich the diversity and vibrant campus life at our university. Coming from all over Turkey and the world, students gain not only academic knowledge but also a global perspective at Mersin University.

45,000+
Students
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