Founded in 2006, Hitit University is a state university located in Çorum. Having started education with the slogan ‘the sun of knowledge enlightening the civilization’, Hitit University gives priority to universality of science, modern education and freedom of thought in its principles.
Hitit University takes its name from Hittite Civilization, which was founded in Anatolia around the 18th century BC. They made Hattusha, located in the provincial borders of Çorum, their capital city and contributed a lot to the political, social and cultural improvement of Anatolia for many years. With its experienced, dynamic and qualified academic and administrative staff, Hitit University tries to reach its scientific goals in order to be successful at national and international level. Integrated with its region and industry in all respects, the university is committed to Atatürk’s Principles and Revolutions and open to innovations. It takes firm steps to achieve its aim with the motto of ‘distinguished city, world university’.
The university employs almost 2500 academic staff and administrative staff. Currently, about 20.000 students are enrolled at the university. Apart from Turkish students, there are international ones coming from different parts of the world. In this truly international atmosphere, everyone can experience the cultural diversity of both the city and the institution.
Hitit University offers high quality programs within its 9 faculties, 1 institute, 7 vocational schools and 20 research and application centers. Students are stimulated to develop into independently minded people who are capable of thinking analytically.
