🇬🇷 Greece · Scholarships
Scholarships and financial aid for studying in Greece — government, university, and international programs.
Quick answer
Greece's public scholarships for international students are offered mainly through the State Scholarships Foundation (IKY), alongside bilateral programs and individual university awards. Options are more limited than in some countries, so check IKY, your home-country agreements and each Greek university's site, and apply by the deadline.
The State Scholarships Foundation (IKY) administers Greek government scholarships for study and research, including EU-funded mobility programmes.
- IKY runs state scholarships for undergraduate, postgraduate and research study.
- EU programmes (e.g. Erasmus+) fund mobility for eligible students.
- Public university tuition is free for many Greek and EU students.
Step-by-step
- 1
Map the funding landscape
Map Greek funding: the State Scholarships Foundation (IKY), bilateral programs and individual university awards.
- 2
Check eligibility and deadlines
Confirm eligibility (level, nationality, grades, language) and note that scholarship deadlines are often months before course start.
- 3
Prepare your documents
Prepare transcripts, a language-test score, reference letters, a strong personal statement and (for research) a proposal.
- 4
Apply to the scheme and university
Submit the scholarship application and, where required, a separate university/admission application by each deadline.
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Interview, results and acceptance
Attend any interview or selection stage; if awarded, formally accept the scholarship and your study place.
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Handle visa, funds and conditions
Apply for your student visa, arrange disbursement, and note any conditions such as progress requirements or a return/service obligation.
Checklist
- Funding sources identified (government / university / private)
- Eligibility + deadlines confirmed
- Transcripts + language test + references
- Personal statement / research proposal
- Scholarship + university applications submitted
- Interview / selection completed
- Offer accepted + funding terms understood
- Student visa + disbursement + any bond/return rules
Official authorities
- IKY (State Scholarships Foundation)
IKY — State Scholarships Foundation.
Frequently asked questions
What is IKY?
The Greek State Scholarships Foundation, the main public body offering scholarships, including some for international students and researchers.
Are there many scholarships for foreigners in Greece?
Public options are relatively limited, so also look at bilateral agreements with your home country and individual university awards.
Are courses taught in English?
A growing number of master’s programs are in English; many undergraduate programs are in Greek, so check the language of instruction.
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