UNI STUDENT
Studying in Greece allows international students to earn a European qualification in a country known for its ancient history, Mediterranean lifestyle and comparatively affordable costs. Greek universities offer bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees, with a growing selection of international programmes taught in English.
Greece is an attractive destination for subjects such as medicine, archaeology, tourism, business, engineering, computer science and maritime studies. Universities are located in Athens, Thessaloniki, Crete, Patras and several other cities.
Greece offers international students several advantages:
State-accredited public universities.
Programmes taught in Greek or English.
Tuition options for different budgets.
Living costs below those of some major European destinations.
Use of the European ECTS credit system.
Access to Erasmus+ opportunities.
A rich cultural and historical environment.
Part-time work opportunities under the applicable residence conditions.
Greece follows the Bologna system and uses the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS). Degree structures generally include:
three to four years or 180–240 ECTS credits.
one to two years.
three years or longer.
Popular subjects among international students include:
Requirements vary by university and programme, but applicants are commonly asked to provide:
A valid passport.
Secondary school certificates and transcripts for undergraduate admission.
A bachelor’s degree and transcripts for master’s admission.
Appropriate academic qualifications for doctoral study.
Proof of proficiency in the programme’s teaching language.
A personal statement or motivation letter.
Academic recommendation letters.
A CV and research proposal for selected postgraduate courses.
Officially translated and authenticated documents.
Proof of sufficient financial resources for the visa application.
English-taught programmes may require IELTS, TOEFL or another form of evidence accepted by the university. Greek-taught courses may require an official Greek-language qualification.
Application procedures differ between undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Some applicants may need to translate their documents into Greek and submit physical copies after completing the online application.
Fees depend on nationality, institution, course and teaching language. Indicative tuition fees for students from outside the EU and EEA are:
EU, EEA and Swiss students generally do not pay tuition for Greek-taught undergraduate programmes at public universities. English-taught and international programmes may charge tuition to all students.
Applicants can explore available courses through the official Study in Greece portal and consult the European Education Area country guide.
Estimated student living expenses range from approximately €700 to €1,200 per month, depending on the location, accommodation and lifestyle.
A student budget should include:
Athens and popular tourist islands are generally more expensive. Patras, Larissa and some smaller university cities may offer lower living costs. Students should apply for university housing early because availability can be limited.
Funding opportunities may include:
Scholarships offered by Greek universities.
Awards from the Greek State Scholarships Foundation IKY.
Erasmus+ funding.
Scholarships linked to joint university programmes.
Partial tuition reductions or exemptions.
Doctoral and postdoctoral research funding.
Not every IKY scholarship is available to international students each year. Applicants should check the eligible nationalities, academic levels and current application calls through the official IKY website.
EU, EEA and Swiss citizens do not require a visa to study in Greece, although local registration requirements may apply to longer stays.
Students from other countries generally require a national long-stay Type D visa. After arriving, they must complete the appropriate student residence permit procedures.
Common requirements include:
Applicants should consult the appropriate Greek embassy because requirements may vary according to nationality and programme length.
Non-EU students may work part-time while studying, subject to the conditions of their residence permit and any required approval.
Students should confirm their legal work rights with their university’s international office and the relevant Greek authorities before accepting employment. Working conditions can differ according to residence status and the type of job.
Before applying, confirm that the university and programme are officially recognised and that the qualification can be accepted or evaluated in your home country. This is especially important for medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, engineering and other regulated professions.
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