Study Abroad in Greece with CYA (Semester/Academic Year)

My time in Greece, through CYA, allowed me to discover new interests and passions as well as an appreciation for the field of classics. From the beginning, CYA does their best to help students with the transition to a foreign country. This includes offering an overview of modern Greek, so students can better assimilate, and making sure students are aware of the resources at their disposal, including travel resources, academic resources and health resources. CYA offers as many field experiences as they can in a short amount of time. This includes field trips with classes as well as field studies that introduce students to different parts of the country. The amazing experiences that CYA provides students the chance to appreciate the importance of classical studies in today's society.

My semester with College Year in Athens (CYA) was nothing short of life-changing. The four months in Athens were truly the best of my life, filled with personal growth, challenges, and unforgettable experiences. CYA pushed me out of my comfort zone from day one. Living in Athens, I had to adapt to a new culture, navigate unfamiliar streets, and embrace independence. The immersive classes—often held at iconic sites like the Acropolis—made learning dynamic and inspiring, connecting history and culture to our everyday experiences. This journey not only deepened my academic understanding but also taught me resilience, adaptability, and the value of stepping into the unknown. CYA challenged me to grow as a person, and for that, I’ll always be grateful.

CYA was a chance to explore academic fields of my interests as well as a chance to discover more about myself. CYA blends academics and cultural immersion so well together that sometimes it was hard to remember which aspect I was directly interacting with.