Study Abroad in Greece

  Greece

Thessaloniki (Sakonika)

Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Late June to Early August

Description: Discover Greece

Imagine sun-drenched beaches, historic sites like the Parthenon and Acropolis, and a family of hospitable and friendly Greeks. Imagine enjoying all of the above for six weeks during your YFU summer program. Not only will your YFU experience be a lot of fun, you'll also learn about a culture and people different from your own. This intensive experience will benefit you immediately and in the years to come.

At your arrival orientation, you'll talk with YFU staff and volunteers about subjects such as ancient and modern Greece and take excursions to archeological sites and museums.

On an optional two-day trip to Athens arranged by YFU Greece at the end of your stay, you may find yourself climbing to the Acropolis (meaning "high city") to walk along its ancient ruins and explore its long and glorious history. You'll also discover historical and other treasures as you enjoy this fabled city.

Adventure and language course programs as well as year and semester options are available in over 35 countries.

Highlights: It's not uncommon for Greek households to include grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Greeks traditionally express their emotions freely so you should get ready for generous Greek hospitality. Expect to eat well while you are in Greece, but at different times than you are used to eating with lunch as the main meal and a light dinner in the late evening.

An important feature of Greek culture for the first-time visitor is the Mediterranean attitude toward time. Greeks generally think in the present and tend not to organize their days to the hour. One of the most vivid examples of Greek culture is Greek religious holidays. Since 97 percent of the population belongs to the Greek Orthodox Church, it's likely that you will get to see one of the festivals marking a patron saint's day.

Considered the cradle of democracy, Greek history unwinds from the most ancient of times to the present day in a colorful scroll. While city-states began developing about 1000 BC, ancient Greek civilization reached the highest point of its glory in 400 BC. Western civilization owes much of its knowledge about justice, liberty, and law to the ancient Greeks, who also gave the world a vibrant heritage in the arts, science, and philosophy.

Cost in US$: Inquire for more information

This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants.

Participants Travel to Greece in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview Required
• Letters of Reference
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Youth For Understanding USA's Mission Statement: Youth For Understanding (YFU) prepares young people for their responsibilities and opportunities in a changing, interdependent world.

Year Founded: YFU in 1951