English language is predominant medium of teaching, learning and research at the Çankaya University.One academic year consists of two semesters each of which includes at least 14 weeks.The university was established by Sıtkı Alp, as a transition of his secondary education level school, the Arı Koleji, into a higher education institute, and opened by the former president of Turkey, Süleyman Demirel, in 1997.[9][10] Çankaya University Sports Club was established in 1986 as Arı Spor.Currently, the sports club continues its activities at Çankaya University's Balgat Campus.
A view of the Turkuaz campus
A view of the Common Area of Çankaya University Turkuaz campus