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https://www.act.edu/

American College of Thessaloniki (ACT) is a university located in Thessaloniki, Greece offering 5 direct enrollment and exchange programs and 2 programs managed by an outside provider. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Volunteer, Gap Year, and Online Program abroad programs.

For the student seeking a unique study abroad experience in Greece, the American College of Thessaloniki is ideal. Thessaloniki is the “road less traveled”, a culturally intact city, small, diverse, youthful, at the crossroads of east and west and the gateway to Southeastern Europe.

Greek Cultural Immersion
With a student body comprised of 50% Greeks and international students from approximately 30 countries as well as a plethora of community outreach opportunities, visiting students find a valuable cultural immersion experience at ACT.

U.S. Accredited
ACT is the only NEASC-accredited academic institution in Northern Greece.

Vibrant Student Life
ACT is a warm, welcoming and active community that offers students the chance to explore and develop through a wide range of workshops, clubs, field trips and volunteer opportunities.

Cultural & Historical Exploration
Students visit the birthplace of Alexander the Great, Orthodox Monasteries dating from 12th Century, the beautiful beaches of Halkidiki and of course the enchanting city of Thessaloniki!

Strong Support Services
The International Programs Office staff is dedicated to assisting students with all needs. The staff in the ACT Boston office is also there to answer questions and provide students with the support they need. Once students arrive in Greece, staff orients them with the campus and life in Thessaloniki and provides information on co-curricular opportunities and ways to engage Greece outside of the classroom.

Study Abroad with American College of Thessaloniki (ACT)

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September 19, 2024
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Merit scholarships are available during the fall and spring semesters. ACT awards a $1,000 merit scholarship applicable towards the semester's tuition to study abroad students who have reached sophomore status at their home institution and have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.6/4.0. Accepted students will be given the opportunity to apply for the scholarship by sending their most recent transcript to the admissions office. To confirm eligibility, please email Roula Lebetli, Director of Admissions, at rleb@act.edu.

$1,000

Deadlines:
Before term starts

Guidelines/Requirements:
reached sophomore status at their home institution and have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.6/4.0

Hellenic-American scholarships are available during the fall and spring semesters. ACT awards scholarships that cover half tuition to eligible Hellenic American applicants. The award does not include housing, orientation, field trips and study abroad fees.

half tuition

Deadlines:
Deadline for Spring I 2024: October 16, 2024 Deadline for Fall 2024: May 31, 2024

Guidelines/Requirements:
Eligibility guidelines/application procedures are as follows: - Acceptance to the ACT study abroad program - Proof of enrollment as a full-time student at an accredited institution in the United States or Canada - Proof of Greek descent - Minimum GPA of 3.0 - Completion of Hellenic-American Scholarship Application Form