University entrance exam
THE UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE EXAM (YKS) The university entrance exam in Turkey, known as the "Yükseköğretim Kurumları Sınavı" (YKS), is a crucial and challenging test that determines the future of many students. Administered by the Student Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM), the YKS is a standardized exam taken by thousands of high school students each year. The YKS consists of two main parts: the "TYT" (Temel Yeterlilik Testi - Basic Proficiency Test) and the "AYT" (Alan Yeterlilik Testi - Area Proficiency Test). The TYT covers basic subjects such as Turkish language, social sciences, mathematics, and science. The AYT, on the other hand, assesses students' knowledge in specific areas depending on their chosen field of study, such as mathematics, literature, or social sciences. Scoring well on the YKS is crucial for students who wish to gain admission to prestigious universities in Turkey. The exam determines which universities and programs students are