Bilkent University has designed and maintained its administration policy to ensure that its educational, teaching, and research activities are conducted within established legal frameworks while efficiently utilizing human and infrastructure resources to meet the needs and expectations of both internal and external stakeholders.
The university is represented by the Board of Trustees, which serves as the highest decision-making authority. The Rector is the head of the executive body and holds an annual meeting at a designated time to provide an overview of the university’s current status to faculty and staff. The senior administration, consisting of the Rector, Vice Rectors, and the Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, is responsible for overseeing university operations and is accountable to the Board of Trustees. The administration is easily accessible, and multiple channels are available for academic and administrative personnel to communicate with leadership.
Bilkent University manages its activities through software systems developed in-house or acquired externally. With a robust database, the university continuously enhances administrative performance by ensuring immediate access to critical data.
The University also holds administrative and financial autonomy. Its financial priorities include supporting education, teaching, and research activities, as well as covering associated expenses. Due to its transparent administration approach, Bilkent remains fully accountable to both internal and external stakeholders.