CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Art History & Culture in Athens

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Program Overview

Explore how power, policy, and leadership shape societies in Athens, the birthplace of democracy.

Greece’s legendary political philosophers pioneered revolutionary experiments in citizen participation, inspiring democratic systems worldwide. Through centuries of political change, the country continues to shape global policy today as a member of the European Union. From your home base in this vib...

Explore how power, policy, and leadership shape societies in Athens, the birthplace of democracy.

Explore the impact of mythology, history, and government on art by following in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks. Experiment with traditional mediums like ceramics and fresco painting, as well as modern forms like photography and documentaries. In the end, your own portfolio of diverse artwork wil...

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Program Highlights

Take a guided walking tour through Athens’s historic city center.

Explore contemporary architecture at Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center.

Visit Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, to explore how the heroic ideals of the Homeric Epics influence classical Greek art.

Visit the National Museum of Contemporary Art (EMST) for a guided sketching session.

Examine the role of photography in modern art during a workshop at the Museum of Cycladic Art, join a workshop that explores contemporary Greek culture through expressions and humor, and so much more!

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Quick Details

Location

Athens, Greece

Starts At$6,500 for 3 weeks

Availability

Year(s) Offered:2027

Duration:

2-4 Weeks
Summer

Age Requirement14-17

Types & Subjects

Focus Areas:

Experiential Learning
Homestays

Guidelines

Nationalities:

American

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Program Details

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Locations

Athens, Greece

Types & Subjects

Focus Areas
Experiential Learning
Homestays

Available Terms / Availability

Years Offered
2027

Eligible Nationalities

American

Education Levels & Language

Language
English
Education
High School Freshman (1st Year)
High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
High School Junior (3rd Year)

Accommodation Options

Home-stays

Application Procedures

Online Application

Age Requirement

14-17

Duration

2-4 Weeks
Summer

Starts At

3 weeks: $6,500

Refund Policy

Other

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