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Studying in Greece

Tuition, living costs, visas and how to apply, from the European Commission's official profile — with student numbers from Eurostat and the Erasmus Mundus master's you can take here.

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At a glance

Tuition · EU/EEA students

No tuition for Greek-taught undergraduate programmes at public universities; English-taught programmes may charge

Tuition · non-EU/EEA students

Bachelor's €5,000 – €15,000 a year; master's €3,000 – €7,000

Living costs

€700 – €1,200 a month

Erasmus Mundus master's

20 joint programmes with a university here

Students in Greece

Tertiary students · 2024

885,486

From abroad · 2024

22,8562.6% of all students

Of whom from the EU · 2024

17,09874.8% of students from abroad

Largest countries of origin: Cyprus (14,984), Albania (1,235), Germany (1,167), Russia (731), Ukraine (266).

“From abroad” means degree-mobile students — enrolled for a whole degree, having gained their previous qualification in another country. Exchange students on Erasmus aren't counted.

Tertiary students by year
201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
659,284677,429690,868709,488735,027766,874794,107802,365843,832872,828872,882885,486

Tuition fees and living costs

Tuition fees

EU/EEA & Switzerland: no tuition fees for Greek-taught undergraduate programmes at public universities. Tuition fees may apply for English-taught bachelor’s and master's programmes.

Non-EU/EEA students:

  • Bachelor's programmes: €5,000 - €15,000 per year
  • Master’s programmes: €3,000 - €7,000 per year

Living costs

Students typically spend €700 - €1,200 per month, depending on the location and lifestyle. This includes housing, food, transport, and personal expenses.

Study in Greece survival guide

Visa requirements

EU/EEA & Switzerland

No visa required.

Non-EU/EEA students

Must apply for a student visa (Type D) and residence permit before arrival. Requirements include:

  • proof of admission to a Greek higher education institution
  • proof of financial means
  • health insurance
  • valid passport
  • supporting documents (translated into Greek and officially certified)

More details about visa requirements

Higher education system in Greece

Degree Structure

Greece follows the Bologna system and uses the ECTS credit system:

  • Bachelor’s degree: 180-240 ECTS (3-4 years)
    • Exceptions: Engineering, Dentistry, Pharmacology, Agronomics, and Forestry (5 years), Medicine (6 years)
  • Master’s degree: 120 ECTS (1-2 years)
  • PhD: 3 or more years

Types of institutions

Greece has 24 public universities, including:

  • universities
  • polytechnic schools
  • institutions offering joint, dual, and international programmes

List of universities

Application process

  1. prepare required documents
  2. translate documents into Greek
  3. submit documents for final approval
  4. apply electronically
  5. send physical documents

Scholarships for studying in Greece

Greece offers various scholarship opportunities for international students:

  • institution-specific scholarships: offered by Greek higher education institutions
  • scholarships linked to joint or dual degree programmes
  • short-term mobility funding

You can browse through the Study in Greece scholarships platform to navigate your options.

Greek student life

Studying in Greece offers a rich blend of academic excellence, Mediterranean lifestyle, and cultural heritage. Students can enjoy:

  • vibrant cities full of arts, culture and history
  • affordable living and welcoming local communities
  • sunny climates and beautiful landscapes

Frequently asked questions

Are programmes taught in English?

Yes, Greek universities offer more than 200 English-taught degree programmes, including bachelor’s, master’s, joint and dual degrees, and short-term programmes. These cover a broad range of fields such as archaeology, medicine, engineering, computer science, history, and more. To explore these programmes, you can browse available Bachelor’s programmes and Master's programmes.

Can I work while studying in Greece?

Yes, students are allowed to work while studying. Non-EU/EEA students must obtain a work permit for part-time employment.

More information about working in Greece

Is health insurance required?

Yes, you must have health insurance during your stay in Greece. Private health insurance is required for students without employment. Students who work part- or full-time are entitled to free public health insurance.

How can I find housing in Greece?

Students can choose between the following housing options: university residence halls, private apartments, and housing services tailored to international students (HouSIG, StayInGreece).

More information on housing in Greece

Source: Study in Greece – Higher education institutions, tuition fees and application, last updated 24 April 2026.

Erasmus Mundus master's with a university in Greece

Joint master's taught by several universities in different countries, open to students from anywhere, with EU-funded scholarships on many of them.

Country guidance adapted from the European Commission’s Study in Europe country profiles, © European Union, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Condensed, restructured and combined with other data by CollegeMatcher.

Student numbers: Eurostat, tables educ_uoe_enrt01 (tertiary enrolment) and educ_uoe_mobs02 (degree-mobile students from abroad).

Programmes: the Erasmus Mundus Catalogue of the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA); partner institutions from the Erasmus+ Project Results Platform. © European Union, CC BY 4.0.

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