DORMITORIES

All accommodations are conveniently located on the Bilkent Campus, within walking distance of the Music Building. To ensure the most convenient and comfortable dorm life for our students, all our rooms are furnished with single beds or bunk beds, desks, desk chairs, bookcases or shelves, wardrobes, wastebaskets and mini refrigerators. All student rooms have UTP connections to Bilkent University’s DORM-NET network, which provides high speed (1GB) unlimited internet access at no charge.

All dorms have common areas such as kitchens / kitchenettes, TV/social lounges, study lounges, self-service laundry / ironing rooms, game / visitors’ areas or rooms.

Central heating and 24-hour continuous hot water are standard in all dorms, in which fully equipped, well-planned common bathrooms and restrooms are appropriately located on each resident floor. Security guards are present 24/7.

Room and roommate preferences, if applicable, must be indicated on the application form. 

* Minors ( age under 18 )

Minor participants who wish to stay in the dormitory must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

TABLE D’HOTE MEAL PLAN

Participants are encouraged to join our regular meal plans which includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the campus. Designed by Bilkent University’s nutrition department, the meals are healthy and balanced (Vegetarian options are available).

* Click to read the weekly table d’hote menu.

https://w3.bilkent.edu.tr/bilkent/cafeterias-management/weekly-table-dhote-menu/

There are also a considerable number of cafeterias offering various food & beverage alternatives located all around the campus.

HEALTH CENTER

Participants will have access to primary care medical services of the Bilkent University Health Center, located just 10 minutes of walking distance from the Music Faculty Building. In cases of emergency, university ambulances accompanied by Health Center doctors and nurses are available 24 hours a day to take patients to nearby hospitals. 

For insurance purposes, participants’ Turkish ID Number must be submitted on the application form. International participants who have international health insurance must email pianofestbilkent@gmail.com regarding their insurance information and coverage.

Regular Service Hours and Location:

Main Campus Health Center (Location on map)

Monday through Friday

08:30-11:30 and 12:30-17:30

Tel: Extension 1666 or 0312 290 1666

In case of emergency:

Dial extension 6666 from campus or 0312 266 4050 or 0312 266 4051 (from outside campus).

* For more information, please visit:

https://w3.bilkent.edu.tr/bilkent/health-center/

LOCAL RESTAURANTS AND SHOPPING CENTER

There are many delicious Turkish and international cuisine restaurants, cafes and various stores available aThere are numerous restaurants, cafes and various shopping options available at Bilkent Center. The center is around a twenty minute walk from the Music Faculty Building. Bank and Post Office services are both located on the campus and at Bilkent Center.

SPORT FACILITIES

Participants are welcome to take advantage of modern facilities in two gymnasiums on the campus.

LIBRARY

Participants will have full access to the campus library and its collections.

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation to the campus is carried out by private shuttle vehicles departing from Bilkent University and the city center at certain times. These transportation opportunities provided by the university are free of charge for students.

 Student Bus Schedules:

Main Campus

Student Bus Plans:

Tunus Stop

Sıhhiye Stop

https://w3.bilkent.edu.tr/www/kampuste-yasam/ulasim/

  • EGO Ring service routes will be as follows:
    • Ring number 175 will stop at Bilkent Main campus EGO bus stops.
    • Ring number 176 will stop at Bilkent Main campus EGO bus stops.
    • Ring number 111 follows the route on İhsan Doğramacı Boulevard. Students / academic / administrative personnel and support staff on East Campus can use this Ring.

Municipal Bus Line 175 will be passing through Bilkent University Campus.

For Detailed Information:

https://w3.bilkent.edu.tr/www/kampusun-konumu-ve-haritalar/

Accomodation + Tuition + Meals for International Participants:

750 €

Accomodation for Domestic Participants:

Single RoomDouble RoomDouble Room / with Bathroom
Dorms 90-91
(Shared bathroom and toilet )		 Dorms 90-91
(Shared bathroom and toilet )		Dorms 69-70
Daily Rates
108 ₺		Daily Rates, Per Person
70 ₺ 		Daily Rates, Per Person
112 ₺

  • As of April 1, 2022, the menu prices to be applied at the University Table d’hote Cafeterias for non Bilkent members are as follows (if any of the menus is requested to be purchased as takeaway, there will be an additional 7,50.-TL charge as well):

Meals for Domestic Participants:

( As of January, 17, 2022 )

BreakfastLunchDinnerAlternative
Menu		Daily Total (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)
Daily Indoor Dining26,50 ₺ 40,50 ₺40,50 ₺ 53,00 ₺ 107,50 ₺
Indoor dining for 8 Days8 days: 860 ₺