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Study Abroad in Greece with CYA (Semester/Academic Year)
CYA (College Year in Athens) has been offering study abroad programs in various academic disciplines for over 60 years. Athens, a European capital, is rich in history and a contemporary hub for art, international business, and relations and debate on economic, political, and migration issues. With supplemental activities varying from archaeological digs to on-site courses and from study travel to...
CYA (College Year in Athens) has been offering study abroad programs in various academic disciplines for over 60 years. Athens, a European capital, is rich in history and a contemporary hub for art, international business, and relations and debate on economic, political, and migration issues. With supplemental activities varying from archaeological digs to on-site courses and from study travel to volunteer opportunities, students can actively engage with their course material. They live in apartments in downtown Athens. A homestay option is also available, where they're inspired to immerse themselves completely in a historic environment. The CYA curriculum consists of academically rigorous courses taught by expert faculty. Course offerings encompass a range of academic disciplines and a...
Program Highlights
Join a program incorporated with on-site classes and study travel.
Take exciting courses in a range of disciplines.
Join hands-on volunteer and internship opportunities.
Receive personalized attention from faculty and support staff.
Participate in stimulating hands-on workshops offered across a range of interests.
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- Athens, Greece
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Architecture See more
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The experience was great, but the program...
April 06, 2009by: CJudson - GreeceProgram: Study Abroad in Greece with CYA (Semester/Academic Year)
The experience was great, but the program itself was rather unorganized and too large. <br /> <br /> Some classes and professors were extremely good, others were rather mediocre. The best aspect of the program was its location in the middle of Athens, the access to sites + museums, and the opportunities to travel on your own.
Thank you for your feedback, C! We are constantly improving our program organization, taking into account all of the comments and suggestions from students after they complete the program. While we have maintained a level of 120-140 students over the past few years (as of 2015), we do our best to provide individual support and guidance for each student, socially and academically. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed living in Athens!
Greece is amazing but the program had many...
May 11, 2009by: Alene A. - GreeceProgram: Study Abroad in Greece with CYA (Semester/Academic Year)
Greece is amazing but the program had many annoying mandatory weekend-long fieldtrips.
Thank you for your feedback, Alene! Our 3 mandatory fieldtrips (included in tuition) give students the chance to explore other parts of Greece and learn more about the nation's fascinating history and extraordinary culture. As of Fall 2015, some trips now incorporate different focuses (such as History
if you like art, architecture, history, then you'l
October 21, 2009by: Jamie - GreeceProgram: Study Abroad in Greece with CYA (Semester/Academic Year)
Recommended if interested in art, architecture, history. The organization of the program could be better, but it's OK. Also the living situation could be better. I'd recommend it.
Thank you for your feedback, Jamie! We are excited to share that our new Homestay option (in place since 2014) has expanded our housing arrangement options. Our admin team has also implemented new processes this year to maximize efficiency and program organization, taking into consideration all of the student feedback given upon completion of the program.
Program Details
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Locations
- Athens, Greece
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Architecture
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Home-stays
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Transcript
- Essay
- Online Application
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John Helmy
Participated in 2021
John is a first generation Egyptian American who graduated from UNC Chapel Hill this past spring (Spring 2021) and is currently applying to medical sc...
John Helmy
Participated in 2021
I wanted to experience a completely new culture and immerse myself in a new setting. I yearned to meet people with a different way of thinking from my own, and through CYA I was able to experience the Greek culture.
Jayla Stevenson
Participated in 2017
Jayla is from Kentucky, and a philosophy major at Wellesley College. She studied for a semester in Athens, Greece with CYA, and it was the best time o...
Jayla Stevenson
Participated in 2017
What inspired me to go abroad was the amazing stories I heard from my fellow Wellesley sibs. They'd always come back with countless stories about all the cool and fun things they experienced and the things they were able to see. I've always loved traveling, so hearing these stories made me more anxious and excited to go abroad. It is the best decision I have ever made.
Zoe Wildasin
Participated in 2015
Zoe is a junior at DePaul University,, where she is studying public relations and advertising. She traveled abroad for almost five months, spending he...
Zoe Wildasin
Participated in 2015
I knew going into school I wanted to take advantage of study abroad. I hadn't previously traveled outside the United States, and the idea of finding a home in a foreign country was exciting. I decided on Greece because of the beautiful landscape, rich history, and theatre roots.
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CYA (College Year in Athens) has been offering study abroad programs in various academic disciplines for over 60 years. Athens, a European capital, is rich in history and a contemporary hub for art, international business, and relations and debate on economic, political, and migration issues. With supplemental activities varying from archaeological digs to on-site courses and from study travel to volunteer opportunities, students can actively engage with their course material. They live in apartments in downtown Athens. A homestay option is also available, where they're inspired to immerse themselves completely in a historic environment. The CYA curriculum consists of academically rigorous courses taught by expert faculty. Course offerings encompass a range of academic disciplines and a...
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Ready to Learn More?
CYA (College Year in Athens) has been offering study abroad programs in various academic disciplines for over 60 years. Athens, a European capital, is rich in history and a contemporary hub for art, international business, and relations and debate on economic, political, and migration issues. With supplemental activities varying from archaeological digs to on-site courses and from study travel to volunteer opportunities, students can actively engage with their course material. They live in apartments in downtown Athens. A homestay option is also available, where they're inspired to immerse themselves completely in a historic environment. The CYA curriculum consists of academically rigorous courses taught by expert faculty. Course offerings encompass a range of academic disciplines and a...
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