In celebration of International Education Week, we are excited to share the findings of the Open Doors 2024 report, which highlights Greece as a rising star in global education. According to the Institute of International Education (IIE), the number of U.S. students studying in Greece surged by an impressive 34%, reaching over 6,000 students during the 2022/23 academic year—an all-time high! This remarkable growth has catapulted Greece into 7th place in Europe as a study-abroad destination for US students, reflecting a significant shift from the 4,484 students who studied in Greece the previous year. At the same time, a growing number of Greek students chose the United States for their studies, with a total of 2,561 Greek students studying in U.S. academic institutions during the 2023/24 academic year, also marking an increase compared to the prior academic year.
The American College of Greece (ACG) is committed to attracting even more students to discover the unique benefits of our academic programs and immerse themselves in Greece’s extraordinary culture and history. In fact, 17.7% of all U.S. students studying in Greece are attending ACG, underscoring our commitment to providing transformative educational experiences for international students.
What’s even more striking is the growth ACG has experienced in this area. In the 2022/23 academic year, U.S. study-abroad participation at ACG increased by 45%, a remarkable leap compared to the 34% rise seen across Greece as a whole. This growth is a testament to ACG’s role as a leader in fostering educational ties between Greece and the United States, and we are excited to continue welcoming students eager to explore Greece’s academic and cultural offerings.
As the U.S. Ambassador to Greece, George J. Tsunis, noted, “The United States is invested in Greece’s future and is proud to see our educational ties continue to expand. International education strengthens the ties between our countries, strengthens our economies, and deepens the ties between our peoples.”
At ACG, we are proud to play our part in this dynamic exchange and look forward to even greater academic collaborations in the years to come.