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All undergraduate and graduate programs at the American College of Thessaloniki are accredited by NEASC, something that ensures not only the quality of the education, but also your ability to transfer courses credits and grades to your home institution.
So spend a semester summer or a full year at ACT to:
- Experience a multicultural environment with a diverse and multinational student body, at a crossroads between Western and Eastern cultures.
- Receive a high quality, U.S.-style education, supported by experienced faculty, modern information and library resources, small classes and individualized attention, and a rich academic curriculum.
- Expose yourself to a diverse and exciting social and cultural life in Thessaloniki and Northern Greece: fascinating history combined with natural beauty.
- Connect to an Hellenic heritage and be Greek regardless of your own national heritage: learn the Greek language, traditions and customs, and be part of the greater Hellenic family
- Integrate into the Anatolia community, and the wider city community, through Activities & Events Calendar.
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"Marvelous things happen to one in Greece, marvelous good things which can happen to one nowhere else on earth."
Henry Miller, from Colossus of Maroussi
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For available courses, program dates, and costs click here.
See what Cameron's Collegian had to say about ACT
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- U.S. accreditation through the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
- A rich body of course offerings in both business and liberal arts disciplines
- 70% of student body is Greek (guest students are immediately involved in Greek life, not subjected to an expatriate lifestyle)
- 22 countries represented in the ACT student body
- Average class size: 19
- Student-faculty ratio: 10:1
Students may choose from a full, high-quality business, information technology and liberal arts curriculum in order to fulfil elective or major requirements at their home institution or may choose to pursue a Greek cultural/historical curriculum (including such courses as: Byzantine History, Topics in Twentieth Century Greek History, The Modern Greek Nation-State, Civil Society in Southeast Europe, History of Ancient Greek Philosophy, Ethnographic Accounts of Greek Culture, and courses in Modern Greek Language.
In addition Study Abroad Student may choose to focus on any of the following groups of courses according to their interest: Hellenic Studies at ACT, Balkan Studies at ACT and Pre-law at ACT!
For further information on how to apply click here.
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“I can honestly say that my time in Thessaloniki was one of the most valuable experiences of my life.
Being immersed in a language, a culture and a style of life that are infinitely different (and, subjectively, infinitely better) from those that we can live among in the States helped me think about what I truly value and has changed and shaped the course of my career and personal life.
I have come to realize that apart from the incredible time I had during my semester in Greece, the experience is contributing to my life and happiness as much if not more than ever before.”
Meghan Morris, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
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- Pre-departure material
Student identification card
- Airport pick-up service
3-day orientation and acculturation activities (including a day-long field trip)
- Assistance with student visas and residence permits
- Course materials during the semester
- Assignment to individual academic advisor
- Academic counseling and assistance
- Membership in student government
- Full access/use of the College's Library
- On-campus doctor
- Mental health counseling available
- Daily walk-in office assistance
- Studio apartments in downtown locations
- Laundry facilities
- Internet connection in apartments and wireless on campus
- A housing coordinator and residence support personnel
- 3-day field trip (usually to Athens)
- Organization of co- and extra-curricular activities (including planned trips in Greece and abroad)
- Gymnasium, athletic fields and fitness center access
- Athletics (teams, clubs, tournaments)
- Annual cultural and social events (Thanksgiving, spring BBQ, photography exhibit, film screenings, guest lecturers, etv)
- Volunteer and service learning Opportunities (new page)
- Transcripts sent to home institution
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“Thessaloniki is such a beautiful city! There is always something to do, dine, dance, or just go for a walk”.
Peter Karapatras, Suffolk University
“I highly recommend the ACT study abroad program to anyone who is interested in learning about Greek culture.You will have an experience that you will remember for a lifetime!!"
Elena Tsianakas, University of Massachusetts - Amherst
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“Thessaloniki is a great place to live. I pinch myself when I walk down the streets sometimes”.
Ashley Barwig, University of Florida, FL
“Thessaloniki is the best city in the world for a college student!"
Allison Barlows, University of Missouri-Columbia
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