Student city guide
Study in Athens
This guide explains student life in Athens, Greece, including an estimated monthly student budget of $430, Athens has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters., National Visa (Type D) for Studies guidance, 8 universities. Explore verified details for Greece below.
Student living overview
- Estimated monthly total
- $430
- Climate
- Athens has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.
- Safety score
- 70/100
- English friendliness
- 65%
- Student visa
- National Visa (Type D) for Studies
- Work while studying
- Non-EU students can work part-time under specific conditions, typically up to 20 hours per week.
Estimated monthly costs in USD
- Rent$200
- Food$150
- Transport$30
- Leisure$50
Rent is for General proof-of-funds requirement, not a specific student residence rate.
Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.
Potential advantages
- Rich historical and cultural heritage
- Affordable cost of living compared to Western Europe
- Vibrant student life and Mediterranean lifestyle
Considerations
- Bureaucracy can be slow and complex
- Summer heat can be extreme
- Public transport can be unreliable during strikes
Student housing in Athens
Explore published residence details, room options and provider information for Athens, Greece. Confirm prices and availability directly with each provider.
Browse student housing in AthensUniversities in Athens
- Agricultural University of Athens
- Athens University of Economics and Business
- Harokopio University of Athens
- National Technical University of Athens
- National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
- Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences
- The American College of Greece (Deree)
- University of West Attica