Cappadocia University (), formerly known as Cappadocia Vocational School (KMYO), is a foundation (private, non-profit) university established in 2005 by the ðlke Education and Health Foundation. It received university status in 2017. The university operates two main campuses: Mustafapaà Âa (Nevà Âehir province) and Pendik (Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport).
Cappadocia University started as Cappadocia Vocational School with five associate degree programs in 2005. In 2017, it was granted university status. It is recognized for its pioneering programs in civil aviation and health sciences, and is among the leading foundation universities in Turkey.
Cappadocia University is authorized by the Turkish Directorate General of Civil Aviation (SHGM) for multiple aviation training and certification programs.
At Cappadocia University, there are a total of 229 academic staff members. This includes 90 instructors, 9 associate professors, 32 research assistants, 19 professors, 9 foreign academics, and 70 faculty members.
Cappadocia University offers a wide range of facilities inside the campus, made to meet the students daily needs. The university provides places of worship, a cafeteria, bicycle paths, walkways, a health center, cafés, restaurants, a market, a stationery store, ATMs, and various service facilities, ensuring a comfortable and convenient campus experience for students.
There are many different sports facilities at the university that students with diverse interests can use for physical activities. These facilities include a table tennis area, bicycle paths, a football field, an indoor sports hall, a fitness room, an astro pitch, a basketball sports hall, and walkways, providing students with a variety of options to stay active and healthy.