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CIEE Open Campus Block in Athens, Greece
(Outgoing Program)
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Your Open Campus Block program lasts 6, 12, or 18 weeks and is designed to be completely customizable. You will enroll in CIEE courses and online courses taught through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU, with a wide range of subjects to choose from. Enhance your experience with cross-disciplinary cultural and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Greek culture. Live and learn in Athens!
Unique Experiences
EXPLORE THE LAYERS OF 3,000 YEARS OF GREEK HISTORY
FROM THE ANCIENT ACROPOLIS TO THE TEMPLE OF OLYMPIAN ZEUS
GET TO KNOW GREEK CUISINE
LIKE SOUVLAKI, SPANAKOPITA, AND MOUSSAKA
EXPLORE ALL THAT ATHENS HAS TO OFFER
FROM LIVELY MARKETS TO BEAUTIFUL SQUARES TO RICH GASTRONOMY
Unmatched Flexibility: Spend up to 2 consecutive 6-week blocks in Athens or spend 3 blocks traveling to different cities to increase mobility and cultural immersion.
Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase Athens's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit academic project that aligns with your goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements.
Excursions & Activities
CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Athens will open doors for you to explore Greece’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, contemporary trends, vibrant art, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of excursions and activities:
Uncover the mystique of Delphi as you explore iconic landmarks where ancient prophecies once shaped Greek civilization
Wander through Nafplio, Greece’s enchanting former capital, where neoclassical mansions, seaside promenades, and the hilltop Palamidi Fortress create a postcard-perfect setting
Stroll through the charming Plaka district, Athens’ oldest and most picturesque neighborhood, where winding cobblestone streets lead to souvenir shops brimming with local crafts and treasures
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your new culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Field trips and cultural activities
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!
GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-eligible students.
Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.
Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students demonstrating high academic achievement.
Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.
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