Why Greece.
Greece — the birthplace of the academy itself — now offers affordable, English-taught programmes in Athens and Thessaloniki, low living costs, and an unbeatable Mediterranean lifestyle. Strong in classics, shipping, archaeology, and the sciences, with EU access and a sun-soaked student experience.
Ask the expertLow-cost EU study
Public universities are free or low-cost for EU students and affordable for others, with some of Europe's lowest living costs.
English-taught & rising
A growing set of English-taught programmes at Athens, Thessaloniki, and Crete — classics, shipping, and the sciences.
The original academy
Study where Plato founded the Academy — classics, philosophy, and archaeology at their living source.
Mediterranean lifestyle
Sun, sea, islands, and a warm, social culture — one of Europe's most rewarding places to be a student.
Shipping & sciences
Greece leads the world in shipping and maritime studies, with strong programmes in engineering and the sciences too.
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in Greece.
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When you can
begin.
The main intake — all programmes; international rounds vary by university.
A smaller second intake at some universities.
What it really
costs.
Greece is low-cost across tuition and living, with a Mediterranean lifestyle. Use this as a planning guide.
* EU students often study free; non-EU public tuition stays low by European standards.
Cost of living
Athens is the priciest — and still affordable by EU standards. Thessaloniki, Patras, and the islands are cheaper still. Low rents, cheap food, and a sunny outdoor life make Greece exceptional value for the lifestyle.
Funding that
follows merit.
Where you'll
live & study.
Athens
The National and Kapodistrian University in the cradle of Western thought — history, sun, and a buzzing capital.
Thessaloniki
Aristotle University — the largest in the Balkans — in a lively, affordable seaside student city.
Heraklion
The University of Crete and FORTH research institute — science and archaeology on a sun-drenched island.
The visa,
step by step.
EHEC manages your visa end-to-end. We assemble your document checklist, open and verify your blocked account, arrange tax-compliant financial proofs, book your embassy appointment, and run mock interviews until you walk in confident.
Ask the expertAdmission letter
Secure your university place — the basis of the national (type D) student visa.
Proof of funds
Show around €600/month for your stay. We prepare the documentation.
Student visa & permit
Apply at the Greek consulate, then obtain a residence permit for study after arrival.
Stay & work
Graduates can seek work in tourism, shipping, and tech, with EU mobility opening more options.
EU students often study free; non-EU public tuition is €1,500–4,000/year. Living runs €600–900/month — among the lowest in the EU. Athens and the islands vary.
Greek university cities are safe and famously hospitable, with student healthcare and welcoming communities; English is common on campus and in tourism.
Yes — students may work part-time, and the low cost of living plus a large tourism sector make earnings useful.
Tourism, shipping, and a recovering tech scene plus EU access shape outcomes; Greek helps for local roles, English for shipping and tourism.
Not for English-taught programmes. Greek helps daily life and local jobs; many students pick up the basics quickly. We plan support.