About Greece
Greece offers universities in Athens and Thessaloniki and a rich cultural setting with a Mediterranean lifestyle.
Universities in Greece
Some of the well-known universities our students apply to. Message us and we will tell you which programs fit your profile.
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
National Technical University of Athens
University of Patras
Athens University of Economics and Business
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Accommodation in Greece
Students mostly rent private apartments or shared flats, and some public universities offer dormitories.
Private dorms in renovated buildings operate in Athens, Thessaloniki, Patras, Komotini, Chios and Heraklion.
This is typical in Thessaloniki, Patras, Heraklion and Ioannina.
A small flat near the centre of Athens runs about €420–700, and Thessaloniki about €350–550.
Where to look
Private student residences, university noticeboards, property listing sites and word of mouth.
Good to know
- Rents have risen for three years running, especially in Athens.
- Deposits are typically 1–2 months’ rent, and rent rarely includes utilities.
- A nine-month lease in a tourist city can reduce the cost.
Where students live
In Athens, students favour Zografou, Ilisia, Pagkrati, Kypseli and Exarchia. In Thessaloniki, look at Rotonta, Kamara, Ano Poli, Agiou Dimitriou and Toumba.
Before you pay or move
- Get the contract in writing and read the rent, deposit, notice period and which utilities are included.
- See the room in person or on a live video call before you send any money.
- Ask how much the deposit is and when it is returned.
- Keep your admission letter and a passport copy ready, because housing offices and landlords ask for them.
- Book a short stay for your first nights in case your room is not ready.
Sources: To Vima, uni2study, Rewize. Prices are indicative and change by city and year, so we confirm current numbers with you. Photos are loaded from Wikimedia Commons and belong to their respective authors.
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