About the university

The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) is the oldest and largest university in Greece, founded in 1837. Named after Ioannis Kapodistrias, the first Governor of independent Greece. 7 schools and 32 faculties covering Theology, Law, Political Science and Economics, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Science (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Computer Science), Education, and Physical Education. Greece's most prestigious and historically significant university.

Key information

• Location: Athens, GR
• Ranking #501
• QS #501
• National ranking #1
• Institution type: public

Popular faculties

• Law
• Medicine
• Computer Science
• Economics
• Philosophy

Programs (16)

• Law
• Medicine
• Pharmacy
• Nursing
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Computer Science
• Psychology
• Political Science
• Economics
• Education
• History
• Philosophy
• Linguistics

Student body

• Total students: 60,000
• International students: 6%

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €300 - €800 / per month

Career & internships

Employment rate: 75%

Admission requirements

Required tests

• IELTS
• TOEFL

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Tuition costs

• €0 - €1,500 / per year
• Acceptance rate: 35.00%
• Scholarships available: Greek State Scholarships Foundation (IKY) grants, Erasmus+ mobility, Onassis Foundation scholarships, bilateral agreements with European universities.
• Additional costs: Living costs in Athens ~€600-1000/month. EU students pay no tuition — Greek public universities are free for EU/EEA citizens.

Quick facts

• Founded: 1837
• Teaching languages: Greek, English
• Study formats: offline

Contact

• Website: https://www.uoa.gr