- Greece
- Athens
About Program
You’ll never run out of things to learn and explore in Athens, Greece’s capital and largest city. With a history of more than 3,000 years, there’s always something old (and new), to see or do.
Nestled in a basin surrounded by four mountains and near the Aegean Sea, Athens is the southernmost capital of the European mainland, which means it’s the perfect weather and location for summer study abroad in Greece.
When you study abroad in Athens, engaging in local tours of ancient sites, exploring the American College of Greece (ACG) campus in the northeastern Athens area, and enjoying the laid-back city lifestyle will all be routine.
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Diversity & Inclusion 💙
BIPOC Support
LGBTQIA+ Support
Studying abroad as part of the LGBTQIA+ community can present unique opportunities and challenges in exploring a new culture, so we have compiled resources to help prepare you and support you along the way.
Neurodivergent Support
We have not only compiled resources on mental health and self-care to help prepare you and support you along the way, but we also have a dedicated Student Affairs staff that are available for you to contact from the United States and once in your host country.
Accessibility Support
Impact 🌎
Sustainability
- Moving toward more sustainable Headquarters and Centers abroad
- Producing printed materials on 100% recycled paper with soy-based ink and in fewer quantities
- Hosting events and conferences in LEED-certified buildings
- Purchasing carbon offsets for staff air travel
- The formation of the IES Abroad Sustainability Team—a dedicated group of volunteers responsible for implementing sustainable practices across our organization. The team comprises of members across our Centers, departments, teams. It is truly a global effort, and we are better for it.
Program Highlights
- Choose your own Adventure: Pick from 100+ English-taught courses at ACG
- Live like a Local Student: You'll live on and have access to everything on ACG's campus
- Athens will be your Classroom: Learn about Greek history and culture at the source
Popular Programs
Our four-week summer program in Athens allows you to take a course at the American College of Greece (ACG) and experience daily life and learning like a real Athenian. IES Abroad students will have a 4-week immersive experience and get to know locals (ACG has a student body of 70% Greek nationals) while having access to ACG’s 100+ English-taught summer courses.
Our 6-week Summer in Greece program provides you with the opportunity to experience the rich cultural and historical city of Athens through a wide range of courses from our partner, the American College of Greece (ACG), along with a 3-credit IES Abroad course exploring the origins of Western Civilization.
This unique program includes a 2-week faculty-led study tour at the end of the term to explore major historical, cultural, and archaeological sites in and around Athens.
