Greece
A new semester-long cross-cultural experience in Athens, Greece, has been established with the American College of Greece (ACG).
ACG is an American-accredited institution with the credit hour system and a student body of approximately 3,400 students. Its campus is located on a hillside at the edge of Athens. ACG offers a full cultural immersion experience, rich academic programs, an impressive library and Olympic-quality athletic facilities. With a diverse and growing international student body and accomplished faculty, ACG remains committed to its historic mission of the finest of US academic standards in the heart of classical Greece.
Dates
Fall (Early/Mid-September to approx. Dec. 20)
Spring (Early/Mid-Jan to early May)
Summer Session I (Mid-May to mid-June)
Summer Session II (Late-June to late-July )
ACADEMICS
Courses:
ACG offers courses from a variety of disciplines during the fall, spring and summer terms. Peruse the numerous courses offered at the American College of Greece.
Bluffton Benv Courses met
BENV 300 Cross-Cultural Experience (3)
Credits:
Fall and spring semesters - 15 credits
Summer sessions – 6 credits
Excursions to historical and recreational Greek sites are included.
LIVING ARRANGEMENTS
Students at the American College in Greece live in a modern apartment complex just a short walk from campus. This is a safe, clean, residential environment in a quiet neighborhood with nearby grocery stores, cafes, restaurants and shopping outlets.
Student residences consist of fully-furnished studios, two-bedroom and four-bedroom apartments. All feature fully-equipped kitchens, comfortable living rooms, full bathrooms, marble floors and large balconies. The bedrooms have single beds, side tables and closets for storage. The kitchens are equipped with cooking utensils, oven, microwave and a refrigerator. All apartments have air-conditioning, heating and free wi-fi access. Free laundry services are also available in student housing.
COST AND APPLICATION
Admission Requirements:
- A completed ACG Study Abroad Application http://www.campusweb.acg.edu/ICS/Admissions
- Letter of recommendation from Bluffton
- Official Bluffton University transcript
- Copy of passport
Application Deadlines:
- Fall Semester – June 1
- Spring Semester – November 1
- Summer Session I – April 1
- Summer Session II – May 1
Cost for Bluffton students:
- Bluffton tuition for the semester in Greece
- Approximately $5,000 for housing and the international student fee (weekend outings, orientation, etc.)
- Round-trip airfare
- Meals while in Greece
Contact
Noah Heiing