After obtaining residency in Greece through property investment, the education of their children is often the first consideration for investors. Today, we introduce six of the most noteworthy higher education institutions in Greece, which you can screen and apply to based on your children's individual circumstances.
1. National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is the oldest and most influential university in Greece. Founded in 1837, it boasts a history of over 200 years. It was not only the first university in the newly established Greek state but also the first in the entire Balkan and central Mediterranean region. At its inception, it was known as Othonian University and consisted of only four faculties—Engineering, Law, Medicine, and Arts—with 33 professors, 52 regular students, and 75 auditing students. It was renamed in 1932. In 1841, a new campus building was constructed under the guidance of a Danish architect, and new types of classes were introduced. As the number of disciplines grew, the student body expanded annually. Currently, there are 92,000 students and 2,000 faculty members across six schools, including Political Science, Medicine, Philosophy, Law, Sciences, and Theology. It covers 30 academic fields and offers up to 75 doctoral programs. Its flagship departments include Philosophy, Law, Medicine, Economics, Archaeology, and Art History.
2. CITY College, University of York Europe Campus
CITY College is one of the highest-enrolling higher education institutions in Greece and ranks among the top European universities. The college collaborates with several prestigious British universities, such as the University of Manchester and the University of Kent. Its course offerings include Information Technology, Business Administration, Humanities, Media Studies, and Electronic Arts.
3. The University of Sheffield International Faculty (CITY College)
The University of Sheffield International Faculty in Greece is a direct branch of the University of Sheffield in the UK. Instruction is conducted entirely in English, and the curriculum is identical to that of the home campus in the UK, covering subjects such as Marketing Management, Accounting and Financial Management, Computer Science, and Tourism Management. Upon graduation, students receive a degree certificate from the University of Sheffield.
4. New York College (Athens)
New York College is directly supervised by the State University of New York (Empire State College and SUNY New Paltz). All courses are identical to those in the United States, including Business Administration, Economics, Psychology, Philosophy, International Relations, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, and Television and Film Studies.
5. BCA College (Business College of Athens)
BCA College is the first private business school in Greece to offer courses in Marketing and Shipping. In 2001, BCA was accredited by the British Accreditation Council (BAC) for meeting standards equivalent to British higher education institutions and is authorized to grant Bachelor's and Master's degrees in partnership with London Metropolitan University and the University of Huddersfield. Professional courses include Finance, Tourism Management, Transport and Shipping, Shipping Investment and Finance, E-commerce, Insurance, and Maritime Law.
6. Homer High School & College
Homer College is a large-scale private institution in Greece with strong expertise in English-language instruction. It has currently received ISO 9001 international certification. Additionally, the school enjoys a good market reputation in IT and business education.
After immigrating to Greece, for basic education, investors can choose for their children to receive 12 years of free public education in Greek schools or opt for renowned international schools. Most of these international schools offer the IB (International Baccalaureate) program, allowing students to qualify for admission to universities worldwide.
With the deepening of the "Belt and Road" initiative and the opening of direct flights between China and Greece, new opportunities for investment in Greece have emerged. Beyond children's education, there are numerous benefits, including a high quality of life, investment appreciation, and the transformation of your European identity. Now is a time when the Greek immigration policy is relatively relaxed, and the processing cycle is short and efficient. Worldway Group offers island real estate with a 5-year guaranteed lease, providing a 7% annual yield. This allows investors to recoup 35% of their profits in five years, effectively meaning that with an investment of only 160,000 Euros, a family of three generations can immigrate to Greece. This allows your children to enjoy high-quality Greek education and gain a head start in life!
