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Study Abroad in Athens - Greece

About

The Stetson University School of Business Administration is excited to host a Study Abroad trip to Athens, Greece, from February 27 to March 8, 2026. We are partnering with the Hellenic American University to host us in Athens. The Hellenic American University operates two campuses; one in Nashua, New Hampshire and one in Athens, Greece and is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The Athens Campus is located in walking distance from the Acropolis, the Parliament, ancient Greek and Roman agoras, and the first modern Olympic stadium. Greece, the birthplace of democracy and cradle of Western civilization, offers extraordinary opportunities for a rich learning experience. Yet, Athens is also a vibrant modern metropolis that remains affordable, safe, and friendly.

The trip is scheduled for Spring Break 2026 and is open to all Stetson students. All students who attend will receive a cultural credit and an experiential learning credit. This trip is also being taught in conjunction with International Business and Culture (INTL 201) or SOBA 290.  All students are required to enroll in one of these courses to attend the trip. Those who are enrolled in INTL 201 (in the Spring) will receive adjusted course requirements.

Information Sessions

  • Thursday, September 4 at 5:00 in LBC 224
  • Wednesday, September 10 at 5:00 in LBC 224
  • Thursday, September 18 at 5:00 in LBC 224
  • Monday, September 22 at 5:00 in LBC 224
  • September 29 at 5:00 on Zoom

Estimated Cost

Between $2,200 and $2,400 (plus airfare), this includes:

  • All transportation in Athens and airport transportation
  • Breakfast is provided daily, along with group meals. Some individual meals will be on your own.
  • All business and cultural visits on the itinerary
  • Lodging
  • Tours and Business Visits

Tentative Schedule of Events

  • Visiting various businesses in Athens (locations are being finalized)
    • Manufacturing Company
    • Greek start-up
    • Olive Oil Farm-tasting experience and farm tour
  • Discussion Session with Officers of the United States Embassy in Athens
  • Guide Visits To:
    • Central Bank of Greece
    • Athens Airport
    • Greek Parliament
    • The Ellinikon Project
    • Greek Islands

Students in classroom in Greece       Stetson students in group picture in Greece      Stetson students group picture in front of university in Greece     

Planned Cultural Site Visits

  • Walking tour in the center of Athens: Visit the Greek Parliament and Syntagma Square – Watch the Changing of the Guards
  • Acropolis Hill and the New Acropolis Museum
  • Panathenaic Stadium and Harian's Arch
  • Temple of Poseidon in Sounio

Stetson Students group picture next to greek ruins

Other traditional Greek cultural events:

  • Souvlaki lunch
  • Cooking class
  • Dance lesson at the Dora Stratou Theater

students during workshop

There will also be free time for students to explore:

  • National Archaeological Museum
  • Museum of Cycladic Art
  • National Gallery-Alexandros Soutsos Museum
  • National Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Shopping on Ermou Street and souvenir shopping at Monastiraki
  • Engaging sessions with students and faculty at the Hellenic American University.

Questions

For any inquiries or to secure your spot, please reach out to Dale Peterson at [email protected]

Registration & Scholarship

You can begin your application for this trip at the World Website
Space is limited to the first 25 students who submit their trip deposit.  This trip has reached capacity the past 2 years.

Make sure to apply for the WORLD scholarship. If you apply for this scholarship in the fall semester (deadline October 1), you can use it for the Athens, Greece Spring Break Study Abroad trip. 


Helpful tips for the WORLD Scholarship:

  • Once you have written your response, read over it again to ensure it truly answers the question asked.
  • Make sure to check for proper grammar and spelling. If you are having difficulties, have a friend review it, use an online spelling and grammar checker, or even schedule a meeting with the writing center!

In addition to the WORLD Scholarship, all students are invited to apply for a School of Business Administration travel scholarship.  All students (regardless of their major) are invited to apply.