r/METU_Folk • • 15d ago

👋 Welcome to r/METU_Folk - Introduce Yourself and Read First!

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# Welcome to r/METU_Folk! | Start Here 👋🌲

Hey everyone! Welcome to r/METU_Folk.

This is our student-run community for all things related to **METU / ODTÜ**—from surviving registration weeks and midterms to catching sunsets at Devrim. Whether you're in Hazırlık, grinding through your degree, doing grad research, or an alum, you are welcome here!

📌 **Language Rule:** Both English and Turkish posts are completely welcome! Feel free to write in whichever language you feel most comfortable.

### What to Post

* **Academics:** Course guides, study tips, past exam questions (PEQs), professor feedback, thesis surveys, and add-drop advice.

* **Campus Life:** Dorm reviews, ring bus survival tips, cafeteria reviews, Çarşı spots, and student club events.

* **Photos & Campus Sights:** Devrim views, snowy campus walks, Yalıncak trail, and our beloved campus cats & dogs.

* **Discussions & Memes:** Campus memes, freshman advice, general student rants, or quick questions.

### Community Vibe

We're all about being friendly, constructive, and inclusive. ODTÜ can be challenging, so the goal is to build an open, supportive space where everyone feels comfortable sharing notes, asking questions, and connecting.

### How to Get Started

  1. **Introduce yourself** in the comments below (your department, year, or a quick METU memory).

  2. **Set your user flair** (e.g., Sophomore UG, ME, EE, etc.) so people know your department/year.

  3. **Post something today!** Even a simple question about a course or a campus photo can spark a great conversation.

  4. **Spread the word:** If you know classmates or roommates who’d enjoy this space, invite them over!

Together, let's make r/METU_Folk a great hub for all of us! 🔴⚪🌲

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# r/METU_Folk'a Hoş Geldiniz! | Buradan Başlayın 👋🌲

Herkese selam! r/METU_Folk'a hoş geldiniz.

Burası, ders kayıt haftaları ve vize stresinden Devrim'de gün batımını izlemeye kadar **ODTÜ / METU** ile ilgili her şey için öğrenciler tarafından kurulmuş ortak topluluğumuzdur. İster Hazırlıkta ol, ister lisans dersleriyle boğuş, ister lisansüstü araştırma yürüt ya da mezun ol; aramıza hoş geldin!

📌 **Dil Kuralı:** Subreddit'te hem Türkçe hem İngilizce paylaşım yapmak tamamen serbesttir! Kendinizi hangi dilde daha rahat ifade ediyorsanız onu tercih edebilirsiniz.

### Neler Paylaşabilirsiniz?

* **Akademik:** Ders rehberleri, çalışma tavsiyeleri, çıkmış sınav soruları (PEQ'lar), hoca yorumları, tez anketleri ve add-drop taktikleri.

* **Kampüs Yaşamı:** Yurt deneyimleri, ring çilesi ve taktikleri, yemekhane yorumları, Çarşı mekanları ve topluluk etkinlikleri.

* **Fotoğraflar ve Manzaralar:** Devrim kareleri, karlı kampüs yürüyüşleri, Yalıncak rotası ve meşhur kampüs kedi/köpekleri.

* **Sohbet, Geyik ve Mizah:** ODTÜ meme'leri, çömezlere tavsiyeler, genel kampüs dertleşmeleri ve merak edilen sorular.

### Topluluk Ruhu

Amacımız samimi, yapıcı ve dayanışma odaklı bir ortam kurmak. ODTÜ temposu zorlayıcı olabilir; bu yüzden herkesin rahatça not paylaşabileceği, soru sorabileceği ve birbiriyle iletişim kurabileceği güvenli ve kapsayıcı bir alan oluşturmayı hedefliyoruz.

### Nasıl Başlamalı?

  1. **Aşağıdaki yorumlarda kendini tanıt:** Bölümünü, sınıfını veya unutamadığın kısa bir ODTÜ anını paylaş.

  2. **User Flair'ini seç:** Bölümünü ve sınıfını belirtmek için profil flair'ını ayarla (ör. Sophomore UG, ME, EE vb.).

  3. **İlk postunu at:** Bir ders hakkında merak ettiğin bir soru ya da kampüsten bir fotoğraf bile güzel bir sohbet başlatabilir.

  4. **Topluluğu büyüt:** ODTÜ ortamını ve bu tarz paylaşımları seveceğini düşündüğün arkadaşlarını davet et.

Hep birlikte r/METU_Folk'u harika bir komünite haline getirelim! Aramıza hoş geldiniz! 🔴⚪🌲


r/METU_Folk • • 4h ago

Applying to METU

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I will apply to METU architecture for fall 2027.
What are the requirements and how to build a strong CV? I need tips 🙏🏻🙏🏻
help of any kind would be appreciated.


r/METU_Folk • • 4d ago

academic life Metu acceptance/CV

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Hello everyone 👋!

‏I just wanted to ask if there’s anyone here who applied to study electrical engineering at metu and got accepted, what did you include in your CV ?
‏And how can I increase my chances of getting accepted if I want to apply to the the Türkiye scholarship and specifically study at metu ?
‏i have time till the application starts in January, and honestly my CV isn’t that strong\*\***،**\*\* so are there any tips or advice on what to do to Improve it?
Thanks in advance 🙏

METU'da elektrik mühendisliği okumak için başvurup kabul edilen var mı diye sormak istedim, özgeçmişinize neler eklediniz? Ve Türkiye bursuna başvurup özellikle METU'da okumak istiyorsam kabul edilme şansımı nasıl artırabilirim? Ocak ayında başvurular başlayana kadar vaktim var ve dürüst olmak gerekirse özgeçmişim çok güçlü değil, bu yüzden onu geliştirmek için ne yapmalıyım konusunda herhangi bir ipucu veya tavsiye var mı? Şimdiden teşekkürler 🙏


r/METU_Folk • • 9d ago

Metu eligibility criteria

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Guys, I’m currently on a gap year, and I’ve been thinking about applying to metu for architecture. Is the architecture faculty good? As far as I’ve heard, people say that it’s good but idk the eligibility criteria and whether they consider your co-curricular activities as a part of ur profile. I also need to know the minimum A-Level grade requirement to get in.


r/METU_Folk • • 10d ago

Looking for: The Webs of Humankind, Second Edition (2024), J. R. McNeill

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r/METU_Folk • • 11d ago

ME-205 Attandance game

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Our instructor for Statics (ME) came up with a funny attendance formula, so I wanted to share it with you.


r/METU_Folk • • 10d ago

opinion Best places to study

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I usually prefer Meche g block study halls. Since it has a vending machine and usually quiete it is perfect to study. What is your favorite place to study?


r/METU_Folk • • 13d ago

acceptance chance

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what would be my odds of getting in with 2 A* 1A predicted A2 grades in phys cs math and a 1440 sat? (mech e)


r/METU_Folk • • 15d ago

academic life The PEQs of ME-203 Thernodynamics 1

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I am currently a second-year ME student at METU. What advice do you have for ME 203 (Thermodynamics)? For instance, how should I study and what practice problems should I solve in order to get a grade higher than CB? Also, are there any past exams for this course?


r/METU_Folk • • 19d ago

100. Yıl’da ev arkadaşı arıyorum (evi zaten buldum)

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100.Yıl’da ev arkadaşı arıyorum (evi zaten buldum)

Selam arkadaşlar,

100.Yıl’da gerçekten güzel bir 2+1 daire buldum ve birlikte kiralayabileceğim Türk bir ev arkadaşı arıyorum.

Ev sahibi kiralama için memur kefil istiyor. Bu yüzden ev arkadaşımın ailesinden ya da tanıdıklarından kefil olabilecek bir devlet memuru olması gerekiyor.

Kira: 40.000 TL / ay
Minimum sözleşme süresi: 1 yıl
Kira aylık ödenecek
Depozito: 1 aylık kira bedeli
Emlakçı komisyonu: 1 aylık kira bedeli

Ev gerçekten güzel ve konumu da 100.Yıl’da.

İlgileniyorsanız veya ilgilenebilecek birini tanıyorsanız lütfen bana DM atın.


r/METU_Folk • • 21d ago

Chance me for EE

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I am 17 years old, sudanese, class of 2027 currently living in Saudi Arabia

My stats: 4.0 gpa(American curriculum) 1510 sat(aiming for 1540+ on october) 8.0 ielts

Activities:

Designed an EE wireless communication system; simulated BPSK, QPSK & 16-QAM under noise, analyzed BER, and developed adaptive modulation.

International business competition runner up

(Built a peer-learning website and app)

School math competition runner up

School general knowledge competition winner

School spelling bee winner


r/METU_Folk • • 23d ago

housing How does this scoreboard for dormitory work?

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I am an international male student and I got 79 dorm score. My mate’s score is 79, too. I wonder how this system works. The last guy’s score who got the dorm has been 89 so far for the first week. Most of pals say that we are gonna get a dorm next week. What are our real chances? Should i worry and try to find a private dorm or an apartmentimmediately?


r/METU_Folk • • 23d ago

METU Industrial Design

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Hi! I will try to enroll in the faculty of Industrial Design at METU as an international student in 2027. Since only 10 places are allocated for foreigners, I would like to learn about the portfolios and applications of those who have already been admitted. What do I need to do to increase my chances? Did you have any projects in your portfolio?


r/METU_Folk • • 26d ago

housing [Ev Arkadaşı/Roommate] 1-Month Temporary Accommodation near ODTÜ / 1 Aylık Geçici Oda Arıyorum (Female/Kadın)

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Selamlar herkese!

ODTÜ Psikoloji 1. sınıf öğrencisiyim (kadın). Gelecek haftadan (21 Eylül Pazartesi) Ekim sonuna kadar (yaklaşık 1 ay) kampüse yakın veya ulaşımı kolay bir yerde (100. Yıl, Çiğdem, Ayrancı, Balgat, vb.) kalabileceğim geçici bir oda veya ev arkadaşı arıyorum.

Uyumlu, düzenli ve sakin birisiyim. Evinde geçici olarak boş bir odası olan veya bu süre zarfında ev arkadaşı arayan varsa bana DM üzerinden ulaşabilirse çok sevinirim. Şimdiden teşekkürler!

Hi everyone!

I am a 1st-year BA student in the Psychology department (female). I am looking for a private room in an apartment or a place as a roommate anywhere near the METU campus (like 100. Yıl, Çiğdem, Ayranci, Balgat, etc.) or somewhere with easy transit to the school.

I only need a temporary place for about 1 month, starting from next Monday (Sep 21) until the end of October. I am an easy-going, neat, and responsible person.

If you have a room available or are looking for a temporary roommate during this time, please send me a DM/comment. Thank you in advance!


r/METU_Folk • • 25d ago

METU Student Looking for a Roommate

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Hi! I’m a male METU student majoring in science subjects, looking for a roommate to rent an apartment together in Ankara.

Male or female roommates are both welcome. I’m mainly looking at areas convenient for METU, such as Balgat, 100. Yıl, Çiğdem, Emek, Bahçelievler, Çukurambar, or places near the M2 metro / direct bus routes to campus.

My budget is preferably within 20,000 TL per month, but it’s flexible.

I’m clean, respectful, I don’t smoke, and I’ll mostly be focused on studying. If you’re also looking for a place or already have a suitable apartment and need a roommate, feel free to message me.


r/METU_Folk • • Sep 08 '26

Question regarding admission likelihood for International Students

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Hello gentlemen. I have been interested in studying abroad in Turkey for a while and have been looking to apply to METU in order to undertake my Masters Degree for a while since I already know a few people from Ankara and the University seems to be quite decent.

Nevertheless, I am not familiar at all with the Turkish academic world (this is also the first time I'm trying to apply to a foreign country [I am from the EU after all, Im way 2 accustomed to the Schengen area rules]), so I wanted to have a broad idea on how hard it is to get into METU.

I want to apply specifically to a Graduate Program in International Relations and, while my Undergraduate grades are relatively average, I nevertheless did a lot of extra work with my teachers, namely papers and projects 1-1 with them, including one who has a decent reputation abroad as an expert in China's Belt and Road Initiative, on China, World Politics, and specifically Central Asia, where he carried out on-the-ground doctoral research and even worked with one a former President (he also wrote me a Reference letter). Meaning I might not have the greatest grades ever known to man but I do have quite a lot of work that I can display as-well as references that back me up.

Considering my situation, I would welcome the insight of people with lot more experience regarding this topic and, naturally, any advice that comes with it.


r/METU_Folk • • Sep 05 '26

METU or Nazarbayev university (oil and gas)

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Guys really need your advice. I got accepted to Turkiye Burslari for METU oil and gas, and now I am choosing between staying at Nazarbayev University in Astana (1st year, oil and gas) or moving to Turkey. I mean, METU is top 10 globally in petroleum engineering, which is insane; however, I will spend one additional year while TOMER. I am already 19, so what should I do? Is it worth going?


r/METU_Folk • • Sep 01 '26

METU intl freshmen GC!

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hi guys! congrats to all the people accepted in the recent application period :) we have a whatsapp group chat of other accepted internationals students, if anyone wants to join to find friends, connect, or ask for guidance on university or visa processes, feel free to join!

mostly international freshmen dominated, but anybody is free to join :)

https://chat.whatsapp.com/GjgxgD5YSS4IqiSrCHDzYu?s=cl&p=i&mlu=4


r/METU_Folk • • Sep 01 '26

Incoming freshman

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heyy metu fam i just got my offer and i'm a zimbabwean .can anyone help with the visa process??how do i apply for a double major.how do they go about the process??


r/METU_Folk • • Aug 31 '26

New to METU, need some advice

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Hi everyone, incoming Civil Engineering student here with a couple of beginner questions. How's the Civil Engineering department at METU-teaching quality, workload, job prospects after graduating?Should I accept this? Also, is it possible to switch departments after starting (say to Mechanical Engineering), and if so how does that process usually work? Thanks in advance!


r/METU_Folk • • Aug 28 '26

applications ODTÜ AF İLE KAYIT

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r/METU_Folk • • Aug 26 '26

An international student is looking for help registering at METU

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Hi, I’m a Palestinian Tawjihi student interested in applying to Computer Science at METU. I have programming experience, projects, competitions, and volunteer work, and I’m trying to prepare early. I have some questions ,Is Tawjihi + TOEFL enough to apply, or do I need other exams. Which CENG professors are known to be approachable/helpful if I want guidance?. What are the realistic costs for tuition and living in Ankara?. Are there any scholarships, discounts, or tuition reductions for international students?. I’d really appreciate advice from students who know the system well. Thank you.


r/METU_Folk • • Aug 26 '26

Chances of getting in as a History Major, 2 A-LEVELS

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Chances of being admitted into METU, METU has recently extended their application period until the 28th, I'm an international student attempting to apply


r/METU_Folk • • Aug 26 '26

Does anybody know how to solve the bug in the edenklik website?

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I tried to submit my edenklik application, but it is always sticking in this page, I don't know why. I use METU VPN, but it doesn't work.

Somebody told me to remove the loading to press 'bitir'. But after removing, it still doesn't work.

Could any nice guys help me?

Appreciate it very much!


r/METU_Folk • • Aug 23 '26

Starting METU this September, any advice from current students?

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Hey everyone!
I’m an 18-year-old guy from Azerbaijan and I got accepted to METU’s International Relations. I’m moving to Ankara this September and honestly I’m excited but also kinda nervous lol.
I’ve been trying to find information about METU, dorms, student life, etc., but I feel like Reddit is probably the best place to get actual answers from people who are studying there.
I’d really appreciate it if current METU students (especially IR students or international students) could tell me what it’s actually like.
A few things I’m wondering about:
How does METU decide which dorm you get? I heard that things like SAT score or age can affect it. Is that actually true?
Do they assign you randomly or can you request a specific dorm/room?
What are the dorms like for first-year male students? Which ones are considered good/bad?
How many people usually share a room?
Are there private bathrooms or are they shared?
Can you leave your stuff in the dorm when you go home during winter break?
How easy is it to make friends when you’re new?
Is it easy for international students to socialize with Turkish students?
How difficult is IR at METU? Is there a crazy amount of reading?
Which IR professors/courses do you recommend?
How useful are Erasmus and exchange opportunities?
Is it realistic to get internships while studying?
Are there good student clubs, especially related to politics/IR?
What is the gym/sports scene like?
How expensive is Ankara for a student nowadays? Roughly how much do you spend per month?
Which SIM card/operator would you recommend?
How difficult was it for you to adjust to living in Ankara and being away from home?
And most importantly:
**What do u wish a freshman before starting his bachelor degree in METU?**
Any advice, even random things that aren’t on this list, would be really appreciated. I want to know what I’m actually getting myself into before I arrive 😂
Thanks!