About the university

The International Hellenic University (IHU) is Greece's first public university to offer programs exclusively in English, founded in 2004. Formed through the merger of several institutions. Schools and departments covering Business Administration, International Relations, European Governance, Information Systems, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, and Tourism Management. Strongly internationally oriented, located in Thessaloniki and Kavala.

Key information

• Location: Thessaloniki, GR
• Ranking #1201
• QS #1201
• National ranking #11
• Institution type: public

Popular faculties

• Business Administration
• International Relations
• Computer Science
• Civil Engineering
• Tourism Management

Programs (7)

• Business Administration
• International Relations
• Computer Science
• Civil Engineering
• Economics
• Data Science
• Artificial Intelligence

Student body

• Total students: 8,000
• International students: 25%

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €250 - €650 / per month

Career & internships

Employment rate: 80%

Admission requirements

Required tests

• IELTS
• TOEFL

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Tuition costs

• €0 - €4,000 / per year
• Acceptance rate: 50.00%
• Scholarships available: IKY grants, Erasmus+ mobility (all in English), EU international cooperation grants, bilateral agreements with universities in USA, UK, and Canada.
• Additional costs: Living costs in Thessaloniki ~€500-800/month. All teaching in English — ideal for non-Greek speakers.

Quick facts

• Founded: 2004
• Teaching languages: English
• Study formats: offline, hybrid

Contact

• Website: https://www.ihu.gr