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About UOA

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (UOA) — public non-profit university. It is located in Athens, Greece. UOA is working closely with European University Association (EUA).

It is one of the best institutions in the world. In QS World University Rankings 2024, it is among top-440. The educational institution is in the top-500 of Times Higher Education World University Ranking.

UOA does research in different fields of study and invites students to bachelor and master programs.

Location
Athens, Greece
Establishment year
1837
Students
57,697
International students
5,770
Female students
59%

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By subject
SubjectPlace in QS 2023
Life Sciences & Medicine197
Arts & Humanities218
Natural Sciences303
Social Sciences & Management341
Engineering & Technology357
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UOA tuition fees

The academic year at UOA is continuous, which means that students have no break between courses. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Greece offers free education for public university students. That is why you will only have to pay a semester fee — 1,098 USD per year. To enroll at UOA, you should know the language at least at a B2 level. On the official website of the university, you will find all the relevant information about tuition fees and scholarships.

In addition to the cost of education, it is necessary to pay attention to additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.

Academic calendar
Continuous

Study programs at UOA

Medicine
Medical Degree English Program
Study form
Full-time
Duration
72 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Medicine
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 80
Other
Archaeology, History, and Literature of Ancient Greece
Study degree
BA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 88
Other programs
Journalism & Media
Media and Refugee - Migration Flows
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
12 months
Exams
IELTS
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Law
Journalism & Media
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.5
Medicine
Molecular Biomedicine
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS
Study field
Medicine
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.5
Law
International and European Legal Studies
Study degree
LLM
Study form
Full-time
Duration
12 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Law
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 94
Media and Refugee - Migration Flows
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
12 months
Exams
IELTS
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Law
Journalism & Media
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.5
Humanities
English Studies - Literature And Culture
Study form
Full-time
Duration
18 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
History of Philosophy and Ideas
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Humanities
Orthodox Theology
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
South European Studies
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
GPA, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Humanities
Social Sciences & Management
Exam scores
GPA — 2.1, IELTS — 7.5, TOEFL iBT — 90
Southeast European Studies - Politics, History, Economics
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
12 months
Exams
IELTS
Study field
Humanities
Social Sciences & Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.5
Social Sciences & Management
English Studies - Literature And Culture
Study form
Full-time
Duration
18 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
Media and Refugee - Migration Flows
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
12 months
Exams
IELTS
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Law
Journalism & Media
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.5
Orthodox Theology
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
South European Studies
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
GPA, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Humanities
Social Sciences & Management
Exam scores
GPA — 2.1, IELTS — 7.5, TOEFL iBT — 90
Southeast European Studies - Politics, History, Economics
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
12 months
Exams
IELTS
Study field
Humanities
Social Sciences & Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.5
Computer Science & IT
Data Science and Information Technologies
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
18 months
Exams
IELTS
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.5
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Athens International Masters Programme in Neurosciences
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time, part-time
Duration
24 months (full-time), 36 months (part-time)
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL PBT — 500
Molecular Biomedicine
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS
Study field
Medicine
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.5
Other programs
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Bachelor degree at UOA

Admission to undergraduate programs is based on the results of entrance examinations. Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS or TOEFL exam. The minimum IELTS score is 6.5. The TOEFL score is not lower than 80.

IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
80

Master's degree at UOA

When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6.5. TOEFL — 90 or higher.

IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
90
TOEFL PBT
500

UOA campus

The campus of UOA is located in Athens. The urban campus is suitable for those students who, firstly, are used to independence, and secondly, cannot imagine their life without the hustle and bustle of a big metropolis. Students have access to the extensive scientific library of the university. The collection of scientific papers helps them in conducting research. The exchange of intercultural experience occupies a special place in training at UOA. The educational institution regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs and organizes various joint events.

Campus Type
Urban
Library
Yes
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What to do after graduation

If you want to stay in Greece after graduation, one of your options is to apply for a work visa. To do this, you need to get an offer from an employer. UOA graduates find jobs quickly, partly because the university has a good reputation among employers according to the QS World University Rankings. Look for more immigration options in our article.

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