Athena Study Abroad in Paros Island, Greece

Students can see first hand where the birth of Western Civilization took place while studying abroad in Greece. Though Greece is rich in history, it still continues to inspire today with its white washed walls, mild weather, and pristine beaches. Students will see the varied culture of Greece from the smallest village, the countryside dotted with poppies, olive groves, and secluded monasteries, and even tourist driven major cities. This program brings people closer together, whether it's with other students in their program, the helpful faculty, or the welcoming locals. Students will have plenty of opportunities to soak up the sun on a beach as the housing is a short walk away from the nearest beach and they pass by many more on the way to school.

Students will experience both the close knit community surrounding them on Paros Island, as well as the expansive city of Athens. Weekend trips to various Cycladic islands are included in the program. Such destinations are Santorini, Naxos, Mykonos, Delos, and Antiparos. As part of a semester program students have the option to take a week long trip to Turkey for an added fee. This gives a taste of the varied culture of the region as Turkey is the bridge between Europe and Asia.

English, Greek