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  • Locations: Athens, Greece
  • Program Terms: IOP Fall, IOP Spring, IOP Year (academic)
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: WorldStrides 
  • This program is currently not accepting applications. If the deadline has recently passed, you may wish to complete the Extension Request Form.

Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program. If you were expecting to find an available application, there are few possible reasons why:

  1. If it is for a program starting anytime from summer 2026 to spring 2027, applications may not open until later: November 13, 2025 for summer 2026; November 20, 2025 for programs beginning fall 2026; and April 15, 2026 for programs beginning winter or spring 2027. However, deadlines will be available online. Consider signing up for alerts in your inbox with our interest list and on your phone with the UC Merced Connect app.
  2. If it is for an earlier term, the deadline for the program may have passed quite some time ago.
  3. If the program has limited spots, the program may now be full and no longer accepting new applications.
Fact Sheet:
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Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 2.75 Click here for a definition of this term Minimum language GPA (if taking courses in a language other than English): 2.75
Click here for a definition of this term Class standing: 1-Freshman, 2-Sophomore, 3-Junior, 4-Senior Language of instruction: English
Housing options: Private apartments Click here for a definition of this term Areas of study: Art history, Biochemistry, Biological sciences, Business administration, Chemistry, Computer science, Economics, Environmental studies, French, History, Mathematics, Philosophy, Political science, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish
Program Description:
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Semester at The American College of Greece

Live and learn in Athens, where lively street cafés and ancient ruins coexist in one of Europe's most historically rich capitals. The American College of Greece (ACG) is the oldest and largest private university in Greece.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

  • Choose from a wide variety of subjects across the School of Arts & Sciences, the School of Fine & Performing Arts, and the School of Business

  • Join local and international students for a semester of coursework taught in English

  • Eligible students can enroll in one of ACG's Honors Seminars, designed to elevate your learning experience

  • ACG offers a close-knit campus community with modern facilities and inspiring views of Mount Hymettus--all just a metro ride away from the city center.

  • Hike the slopes of Delphi or learn local traditions on the island of Aegina for a rich academic and cultural experience that brings Greece to life

Discover Athens

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

Learn more

How to get started

  1. Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.

  2. Meet with your study abroad office.

  3. Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.


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Meet Elena P.

"I cannot emphasize enough, if you are even slightly considering going abroad, DO IT. The program in Athens was truly a remarkable experience. I was a little nervous to go to a country very culturally different than America, but looking back, I can't see myself studying anywhere else."

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!




This program is currently not accepting applications. If the deadline has recently passed, you may wish to complete the Extension Request Form.