2,776 Students Graduate from Karadeniz Technical University (KTÜ) in 2026

Karadeniz Technical University (KTÜ), one of Turkey's oldest and most prestigious higher education institutions, celebrated the end of the 2025-2026 academic year with a series of graduation ceremonies at the Kanuni Campus. According to official reports released on July 13, 2026, a total of 2,776 students successfully received their diplomas and joined the university's alumni community [1][2].

Ceremony Details and Graduate Statistics This graduation period coincided with the 71st anniversary of KTÜ's founding. Among this year's 2,776 graduates, there were 72 international students from various countries, demonstrating the university's global standing in attracting non-native talent [1]. The ceremonies, which began in mid-June, were held across various faculties including Medicine, Engineering, Literature, and Administrative Sciences, attended by families, faculty members, and local officials [3].

Rector's Speech and Future Outlook Professor Dr. Hamdullah Çuvalcı, Rector of KTÜ, congratulated the students in his speech, emphasizing the importance of knowledge and professional ethics. He noted that the university's graduates are now recognized as ambassadors of KTÜ worldwide and will play a significant role in the country's development and progress, relying on the technical knowledge and analytical skills acquired during their studies [1][2]. He also mentioned that these students carry with them not just a diploma, but a set of human values and responsibility.

International Accreditation of Degrees One of the highlights of this year's ceremonies was the emphasis on the inclusion of the "Turkey Qualifications Framework" (TYÇ) logo on the diplomas. This logo, which is compatible with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), allows graduates to easily have their degrees recognized at international and European levels, benefiting them for further education or employment outside of Turkey [3].

Vibrant Atmosphere in Trabzon This year's ceremonies were held at various venues, including the Atatürk Cultural Center and the open spaces of the university campus. The traditional moment of tossing caps into the air was, as every year, the most enthusiastic part of the program, accompanied by the tears and smiles of students and their families [2]. With more than 32,000 students and 258,000 graduates throughout its history, KTÜ continues to operate as a scientific hub in the Black Sea region and all of Turkey.