Full Curriculum at Hellenic American University in Athens

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What's Included

Study abroad in historic and picturesque Athens, Greece with API! Uncover ancient wonders like the iconic Temple of Zeus, the Acropolis, and more all within walkable distance from campus. But don't let all the history fool you—this program's academics are more than modern, with degrees in popular majors like Business, Engineering, Music, Psychology, and Greek cultural studies. Dive into the roots of our modern world and study abroad against the backdrop of the Aegean Sea.

Scholarship Alert! The first 10 students to apply for this Athens semester program will receive an automatic $1,000 scholarship towards their program fee!


What's Included?

Highlights

Pre Departure Services

Advising

APIConnect Platform

Orientation Materials and Resources

API Alumni Network

Scholarships

On Site Services

Airport Reception

On-Site Orientation

Housing

Excursions

Resident Director

Tuition

Medical and Life Insurance

Social and Cultural Activities

Welcome and Farewell Group Meals

Re-Entry Services

Re-Entry Materials and Support

Post-Program Evaluation

Transcript

Alumni Network and API Ambassador Program
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Application Requirements

  • Minimum 2.5 GPA required
  • Open to first years, sophomores, juniors, and seniors
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Short, 200-word statement explaining why you chose this program.
  • Entry requirements: valid passport with student visa
Dates & Fees
Session Program Dates Program Cost Application Deadline Extended Application Deadline Payment Deadline
Spring Jan, 2024 - May, 2024 $16,500 Nov 15, 2023 No Extension Dec 30, 2023
Fall Sep, 2024 - Dec, 2024 $15,900 Jun 30, 2024 No Extension Jul 30, 2024
Excursions

API students participate in excursions designed to help familiarize them with the culture and surrounding areas of their host city and country. The following is a listing of potential excursions for API Athens programs. API may need to modify the excursions offered in a given term due to travel restrictions or health and safety concerns. For semester students in Athens, students will select 2 of 3 day trips and all students will attend the overnight excursion to Mount Olympus!

  • Ancient Delphi

    Explore the most popular archeological site of Delphi, home of the Pythia or the "Oracle of Delphi" consulted both Greek leaders as well as people from all over the globe about the fates of their lives and civilizations. In the eyes of ancient Greeks, Delphi represented the center of the world. Located on Mt. Parnassus, students will have a great vantage point to explore the ruins of the Temple of Apollo in addition to smaller temples, treasuries, and the remnants of this historic site.

  • Greek Island Tour

    See more of Greece with this opportunity to spend a day touring some of the most beautiful, emblematic white sand beaches of Grecian island life.

  • Nafplio

    Come experience one of the Greece's most beautiful and romantic towns. Located in Peloponnese, Nafplio was the first capital of Greece. Walk the city's promenades along the harbor with scenic views to the coastline and mountains, a castle, and visit the delicious restaurants overlooking the water.

  • Thessaloniki, Macedon, Mount Olympus

    Journey to Mount Olympus, home of the Greek Gods! On the way, students will visit the capital of Greek Macedonia and the palace of Alexander the Great. Travel on to Thessaloniki, Greece's second-largest city and often called its "cultural capital". From there , students will discover Thermopylae, the battle site of King Leonidas and his 300 Spartan soldiers. This story has many fictionalized retellings including the popular 2006 film 300.

  • Ancient Delphi

    Explore the most popular archeological site of Delphi, home of the Pythia or the "Oracle of Delphi" consulted both Greek leaders as well as people from all over the globe about the fates of their lives and civilizations. In the eyes of ancient Greeks, Delphi represented the center of the world. Located on Mt. Parnassus, students will have a great vantage point to explore the ruins of the Temple of Apollo in addition to smaller temples, treasuries, and the remnants of this historic site.

  • Greek Island Tour

    See more of Greece with this opportunity to spend a day touring some of the most beautiful, emblematic white sand beaches of Grecian island life.

  • Nafplio

    Come experience one of the Greece's most beautiful and romantic towns. Located in Peloponnese, Nafplio was the first capital of Greece. Walk the city's promenades along the harbor with scenic views to the coastline and mountains, a castle, and visit the delicious restaurants overlooking the water.

  • Thessaloniki, Macedon, Mount Olympus

    Journey to Mount Olympus, home of the Greek Gods! On the way, students will visit the capital of Greek Macedonia and the palace of Alexander the Great. Travel on to Thessaloniki, Greece's second-largest city and often called its "cultural capital". From there , students will discover Thermopylae, the battle site of King Leonidas and his 300 Spartan soldiers. This story has many fictionalized retellings including the popular 2006 film 300.

Program Details

What You’ll Study

TOTAL CREDITS - Up to 15 US credits per semester

Balance a 21st-century education with the rich antiquity just outside the classroom doors. Students will be enrolled alongside other international students as well as local Greek students for a diverse learning environment. Fulfill major and minor requirements with the university's wide subject area offering taught in English.

TRANSCRIPTS

API students will receive a transcript from the Hellenic American University upon completion of their program.

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    Caroline Mobley

    Caroline Mobley will be your Program Coordinator and will help prepare you for your API program.

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  • Ermioni Monica Karachaliou

    Ermioni (Monica) Karachaliou

    Ermioni will be your Resident Coordinator in Greece and is ready to assist you on-site!

    (she/her/hers)

Courses
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Students have the option to select any of the undergraduate General Education courses, and any core or elective degree course at their level of study provided they meet any listed course pre-requisites.

Courses at Hellenic American University (Semester)

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Courses at Hellenic American University (Semester)

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Highlights
  • NECHE accredited
Housing

API students in Athens will be housed in shared apartments. API students will have double-occupancy bedrooms with shared bathroom and kitchen facilities. Single rooms may be available for an additional fee. All housing options include wifi. Most housing options also include outdoor balconies to best take in the gorgeous Greecian weather!