The DGS (Vertical Transfer Exam) is a multiple-choice exam that lets associate-degree (2-year) graduates transfer into bachelor's (4-year) programs in Turkey. It's less well-known than TYT-AYT, but with the right preparation, it's a real opportunity to change your career path entirely.
What Is the DGS, and Who Can Take It?
Students who have graduated (or are about to graduate) from an associate degree (2-year) program can take the DGS to apply for a transfer into a bachelor's (4-year) program. Which bachelor's programs you're eligible to transfer into depends on the associate program you graduated from — you'll need to check this matching list in the official exam guide.
What Does the Exam Format Look Like?
The DGS is a multiple-choice exam with two sections: Quantitative and Verbal. Since question counts and topic distribution can be updated from year to year, it's important to review that year's official exam guide before you start preparing.
Net and Score Calculation
Net-score calculation on the DGS uses the exact same formula as other ÖSYM exams. Your raw score is then converted into a bachelor's-program score together with your field coefficient; that last conversion step is done centrally.
What to Focus On During Prep
Your biggest advantage in DGS prep is having a solid grasp of the fundamentals and reviewing them consistently. If you're transferring from a quantitative-heavy field, prioritize refreshing your math fundamentals; if it's verbal-heavy, prioritize Turkish and general-knowledge topics. Taking practice tests under real exam conditions at regular intervals helps you both spot your gaps and sharpen your time management.
Frequently Asked Questions
Students who have graduated, or are about to graduate, from an associate (2-year) degree program can take the DGS to transfer into a bachelor’s (4-year) program.
No — the formula Net = Correct − (Wrong ÷ 4) applies the same way on the DGS as it does on other exams.
Yes. The associate program you graduated from determines which bachelor’s programs you’re eligible to transfer into. Check the official guide before applying to see which programs match your field.
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