Description

Spend 4 weeks soaking up the classical culture of Greece. Athens was one of the most important and powerful cities in Greece during the Classical period. It was also the first of the Greek city states to fully develop democracy. The successful Olympic Games in 2004 steered Athens towards becoming a radically different city - a more attractive, cleaner, greener and more efficient capital. As the largest city in Greece, Athens is now a sophisticated and cosmopolitan city, with vibrant street life and a relaxed lifestyle.

Highlights

The American College of Greece, founded in 1875, is the oldest and largest independent, American-sponsored school in Europe. It is the only institution in Athens with American accreditation (N.E. Association of Schools and Colleges). Located on a beautiful, wooded hillside in the attractive suburb of Aghia Paraskevi, the College's tree-lined campus offers an ideal setting to study in Greece, with modern classrooms, an extensive and impressive library and Olympic-quality athletic facilities. The College was chosen as the official training site for the 2004 U.S. Olympic team. The summer school offers a wide range of courses. Over 90% of the student body year round is Greek. AIFS students have ample opportunity to make local friends.

To give you a wide-ranging introduction to Greek life and culture, the College and AIFS Resident Director will organize activities both on campus and in Athens and the surrounding area, such as:

- Visits to: The Acropolis, New Acropolis Museum, Mount Lycabettus, The Plaka
- Day trip to the island of Hydra

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Art History
• Art/fine Arts
• History

Cost in US$:

Program Fees Include:

AIFS is recognized as the premium provider of study abroad programs. Program fees cover tuition and housing, with scholarship funding available. Daily meals, tours and excursions, insurance and 24-hour emergency service are also included. Outbound or round-trip flights with major airlines are also available.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available

AIFS offers a wide variety of scholarships! Visit our website to see which ones you qualify for.

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript
• Written Application

American Institute For Foreign Study's Mission Statement

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Year Founded

1964