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If you Study in Greece, you’ll find that it’s much more than just a tourist destination. Greece is one of the most blissful study abroad destinations worldwide. Even if you study in Greece, you’ll find plenty of internship opportunities and you can even find a job after graduation.

As for your program, higher education in Greece is advanced, so you can be sure that you’re getting a better education during your study time in Greece. Because of its programs, higher advanced education, culture, and ancient history, Greece is day by day, becoming a popular destination for international students.

There are over 500 English-taught programs in Greece. Universities in Greece want to see proof that you have good English-language skills so that you can easily succeed in their courses. Almost all Greek universities accept these official English exams: PTE Academic.

To study in Greece, you must need the program and university selection, the ins and outs of admission, the student visa process, all the information to enter the country depending on your citizen status, documents list need to apply and process, budget planning, fees and living cost, housing planning, tuition fees, and scholarships, etc. 

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Introduction to Greece: 

  • Greece is a European Country.
  • It belongs to the EU and Eurozone.
  • Greece is a Schengen country.
  • It represents ancient civilization.
  • The climate of Greece is Mediterranean with summers that are usually hot and dry, and winters that can be quite cold and wet. The upper part of Greece can be very cold during the winter and snowfall is not uncommon.
  • This is a wonderful and safe place to live, rich with culture and history, where the sun shines approximately 300 days a year! Moreover, this coastal city has a vivid student community and many choices for entertainment day and night.
  • It uses the Euro (€) as its currency.
  • The cost of living in Greece is about 900-1000€/month. The cost of living is much affordable, even with a relatively low budget, you can live a good life. 
  • Greece is known for being one of the cheapest countries in Europe in terms of tuition fees as well as the costs of living.
  • Although the official language in Greece is Greek, English is also widely spoken, so you shouldn’t experience any problems when visiting the city.

Admission Requirements at Greek Universities:

To apply to Greece university, you have to first make sure that your educational background must match their requirements. From one university to another, the admission criteria can vary remarkably. 

The Basic Admission Criteria For Different Degrees Are:

Admission Requirements For a Bachelor’s In Greece:
  • A recognized secondary school certificate.
  • Minimum GPA (Grade Point Average)
  • English language certificate for English-taught Bachelors (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic, C1 Advanced)
  • Greek language certificate for all Bachelors. Greek universities require all their undergraduate students to know some Greek. If you are admitted to a Bachelor’s and you do not know Greek, you will have to take a one-year preparatory course.
Admission Requirements For a Master’s In Greece:
  • A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
  • 2-4 years of work experience (applies only to MBA programs).
  • English language certificate (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic, C1 Advanced) with a minimum grade score of B or 7.
  • GMAT scores of at least 500 (applies mostly to MBAs).
  • GPA of at least 7.5.

The Application Process at Greek Universities For Bachelor’s Studies:

As with the admission requirements, the application process varies according to the degree level you are applying to.

 Here is the essential list:
  • An application form.
  • Photocopy of the certificate of equivalence of the candidate’s graduation diploma issued by the local Greek authority in your country (Embassy, Consulate).
  • Transcript of records with your GPA.
  • Photocopy of the graduation certificate with an official Greek translation.
  • ID card type photograph.
  • Photocopy of passport or ID card.
  • Proof of language skills (English, Greek), Health Insurance, and funds for the duration of stay in Greece
  • Parent’s bank and credit card statements

The deadline for applying for a Bachelor’s degree in Greece is usually July. You will be notified about the results through an announcement on the Ministry website.

The Application Process at Greek Universities For Master’s Studies:

In comparison with other universities, applying for a Master’s degree in Greece is much simpler, especially if you are going for an English-taught program. There is no centralized system. You have to apply directly through the program and university website. The selection is also done directly by each university. 

The application documents for a Master’s degree often include the following:

  • Online application form.
  • Photograph.
  • Application fee.
  • Academic records.
  • Proof of English language skills (if you’re not a native English speaker).
  • Personal statement.
  • Scholarship request (optional). 
  • Two reference letters (if employed, one must be from the current employer).

Additional requirements might be:

  • Research proposal.
  • Academic writing samples.
  • Essays.
  • Your Bachelor’s thesis (translated into Greek or English).
  • Student visa.

Many graduate programs in Greece accept applications on a rolling/ongoing basis. Typical application deadlines are in May-July.

Universities In Greece:

In order to apply for a degree in Greece, firstly you have to decide what you want to study. If you want to study for an English-taught degree in Greece you have to search carefully because, unlike other countries, Greece only has a limited number of programs taught in English.

There are just over 20 universities in Greece, spread across the country and all within the public sector. While teaching is mainly in Greek, specialized study programs are also available in other languages (most commonly English), at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. These universities offer higher education programs with a focus on practical and professional skills, in subjects such as applied technology, healthcare, agriculture, management, and art & design. 

Here are some great internationally-oriented universities:

European Law and Governance School (ELGS): 

The European Law and Governance School (ELGS) is a modern International University School with the aim and mission to offer excellence at all levels of education in the fields of European and International Law and Governance. At the ELGS, students will obtain the knowledge and develop the skills necessary to become the next generation of socially responsible lawyers and leaders, capable of addressing the challenges of tomorrow. It has both undergraduate and master’s programs.

Why Study at ELGS?
  • Study in the cradle of democracy and in a place of rich cultural heritage.
  • Part of an International Organization.
  • Connect to 30 Universities across 20 countries and 100+ of the world’s best professors.
  • Applied to learn through interdisciplinary programs.
  • Fresh curricula that address Europe’s needs of tomorrow.
  • Close student-professor interaction through small classrooms.
  • Conduct research in up to 10 languages.
  • Freely select your research topic and publish your work in the EPLO publications.

Athens University of Economics and Business:

The Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB) is the premier Economics and Business University in Greece and the third oldest University in the country. It offers studies in areas such as Economics, International Relations, Management, Accounting, Marketing, Informatics, and Statistics. The University offers 29 Master’s programs, many of which are taught entirely in English, attracting students from both Greece and abroad.   

University of Crete:    

Located on the island of Crete, a site rich in ancient and modern Mediterranean cultures, the University offers a vibrant social and intellectual environment for research and education. The University has 16 Departments that offer Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs with a wide range of core and elective courses leading to specializations within each discipline, as well as doctoral research, and research training (Ph.D.). The degree programs run alongside a kaleidoscope of conferences, workshops, short courses, summer schools, public lectures, lifelong learning programs, and other events organized throughout the year.

The American College of Greece:

The American College of Greece is the oldest and the largest private college in Greece. According to student reviews on Study portals, it has an overall score of 4.3 stars. It has undergraduate and graduate programs which are taught in English.

National Technical University, Athens:

It is one of the oldest universities in Greece and has around 23,900 students. It has both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. They are;

  • Engineering,
  • Architecture,
  • Applied Mathematical and Physical Sciences.

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki:

The Aristotle University of Thessaloniki is the largest university in Greece. It is located in the second-largest city in Greece and is also a popular destination for visitors. It is the sixth oldest and among the most highly ranked, tertiary education institution in Greece.

Here, the courses are normally taught in the Greek language. However, there are courses in other languages too, especially at the Foreign Language Faculties, Faculty of Law (courses in English, French and German language), School of Journalism & Mass Communication, and School of Economics.

The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (EKPA):

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is one of the best-ranked universities. It is considered to be a large university and teaches more than 126,000 students. Foreign citizens can submit their applications along with the local students. Here the faculty is more than 2300 professors.

For Programmes: https://www.uoa.gr/spoydes/

The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (EKPA) offers high-level undergraduate studies with 42 undergraduate programs.  

The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (EKPA) offers a large number of Postgraduate Programs (Departmental, Interdepartmental, Transnational) covering a variety of scientific fields and thus enabling its graduates, as well as graduates of other academic backgrounds. 

Intakes:

There are 2 main intakes, February and September but in some colleges, there are many intakes.

Working Permit:

International students are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week during their study period and full-time work during their vacations.

Feel free to choose from some of the most competitive degrees in the best universities in Greece.

Here is the video of the Top 10 Best Universities in Greece 2019 by University Hub.