Nilüfer Borsa İstanbul Science High School

Nilüfer Borsa İstanbul Fen Lisesi is a state science high school located in the Nilüfer district of Bursa, aiming to provide high-quality education in science and mathematics. The school operates as an educational institution under the authority of the Ministry of National Education of Türkiye.^【1】

Nilüfer Borsa İstanbul Fen Lisesi began operations in the 2011–2012 academic year as the second state science high school in Bursa. The institution derives its name from its district, and the term "Borsa İstanbul" was added to its name because the construction of the school building was funded by Borsa İstanbul. In its first year of educational activities, the school admitted 104 students and, through continued growth, increased its student population to 502 by the 2020–2021 academic year.^【2】

The institution provides secondary education under the authority of the Ministry of National Education of Türkiye. Its vision is defined as "Make a difference, be noticed, create change," and its mission is to cultivate individuals who embrace universal and national values, think creatively and positively, possess high social awareness, and are capable of meeting the needs of the future.^【3】

School hours run from 08:50 to 16:10. The language of instruction is Turkish, with English offered as the first foreign language and German as the second foreign language. The institution utilizes fiber-optic internet infrastructure and information technology resources under the Fatih Project. Heating is provided by a radiator system.^【4】

Student admissions are conducted based on central examination scores. Analysis of past admission score ranges shows that during the 2013–2014 period, scores ranged from 461.450 to 489.084; in 2014–2015, from 480.795 to 496.054; and in 2015–2016, from 489.487 to 498.374. The quota for each academic year from 2022–2023 through 2024–2025 has been set at 120 students per term.^【5】

The school campus is located in the Odunluk neighborhood of Nilüfer district and covers a total area of 18,603 square meters, of which 2,900 square meters are enclosed and 15,700 square meters are open areas. The campus consists of three main buildings: the education and instruction building, the dormitory building, and the sports hall. The education building houses 17 classrooms, physics, chemistry, and biology laboratories, an information technology classroom, a robotics and maker workshop named "Teknonif," music and art workshops, a library, a conference hall, a mosque, and a cafeteria. The library inventory includes 225 books, 18 dictionaries, 68 journals, 1 CD, and 3 encyclopedia sets. The dormitory building has a capacity of 180 students, accommodating 80 female and 100 male students in four-person rooms. The building also includes counseling rooms, a clinic, a doctor’s office, study rooms, and a dining hall.^【6】

The administrative staff consists of one principal, one deputy principal, and three assistant principals. The teaching staff includes 36 subject teachers and two specialist psychological counselors. The personnel structure is organized on a full staffing basis to support educational activities.^【7】

The student body consists of individuals who demonstrate high academic achievement. According to the 2014–2015 YGS results, the school achieved a 100% success rate, with students securing national rankings including 6th place in Türkiye (1st in Bursa), 67th place in Türkiye, and 75th place in Türkiye in the numerical score category. In addition to their academic work in the sciences and mathematics, students actively participate in various social and scientific projects.^【8】

To support students’ physical and social development, the school organizes tournaments and events in football, futsal, volleyball, basketball, orienteering, pétanque, bocce, korfball, and chess. Culturally, the school conducts poetry recitals, music programs, theater performances, and drawing and cartoon workshops. Scientifically, students participate in TÜBİTAK science fairs, science olympiads, and competitions organized by various institutions.^【9】

The institution collaborates with universities on research projects to support academic development. On the international level, it implements school projects and overseas initiatives under the framework of European Union programs. Additionally, technological projects are developed within the school’s robotics and maker workshop.^【10】