Programs : Brochure

Students interested in short-term, intensive study abroad are invited to take advantage of our summer program, which offers unique, experience-based opportunities for learning.

Summer is an exceptional time to study in Greece. Our unique courses are tailored to combine academics with authentic experiences, taking advantage of the sun, the sea, and the vibrant summer culture from Athens to the surrounding islands. Explore our country's rich history, get involved in archaeological excavations and delve into Economics, History, Anthropology, and so much more, this summer at CYA.

Our summer courses are offered in two consecutive 4-week sessions that run between May and July. They are arranged so that motivated students may earn credit in complementary courses. Students take one course per session. 

Location: Most summer courses start in Athens and take study trips to different regions and islands of Greece. Check out each course's syllabus to see where that course travels. 

Class Size: 16 to 20 students depending on the course.

Housing: While in Athens, students live in the CYA apartments, which are located in central Athens and are a short walk to the academic center. On class trips, students stay in hotels.

Meals: Lunch is provided Monday through Friday while students are in Athens.  


Fees: Program fees include tuition, lodging in a furnished student apartment or hotel unit, course materials, a farewell lunch or dinner and, where applicable, field trips and co-curricular activities. Cost varies by course. See the full list of courses below or visit our website for more information!

Program Highlights:

• Onsite and experience-based classes
• Study-travel at breathtaking sites across Greece
• Personalized attention from dedicated faculty and staff
• Delve into a subject of interest with intensive course structure

Experience the gorgeous Greek summer!
















Summer Session I (May 25 – June 20, 2026)

• Healing in Ancient Greece (NEW!)
• The Strangeness of Ancient Greece: Diversity, Difference, and Regionality among the Greek States
• Excavating Prehistory on an Aegean Island: The Gourimadi Archaeological Project*
• Conservation Issues Confronting the Mediterranean Sea and Sustainable Solutions: An Interdisciplinary, Project-Based Approach
• The Geography of Faith: Paul and the Emergence of Christianity in Greece
• Civilizations in Contact: The Aegean World and Its Neighbors
• Sparta Uncovered: War, Gender, and Politics in Ancient Greece

*Course dates differ, see website for details

Summer Session II (June 22 – July 18, 2026)

• Renew & Rise: Climate Action and Fair Energy Policies (In collaboration with University of Western Macedonia)
• EmpowerEd: Mental Health and Inclusion for Modern Learners (In collaboration with University of Thessaly)
• Excavating in the Aegean: The Despotiko Field School
• Biology and the Wild: Ancient Perspectives, Modern Challenges 
• Design Your Life

"I have grown so much over these past 2 months that it’s almost impossible to encompass everything I’ve learned about myself. The confidence I have in myself has grown, as well as my understanding of how people see me and how to navigate different cultures. I feel so much more ready to plan for my future and face the things that scare me. This time has prepared me for all that life has to offer and opened up the world to me. This has also helped me rely on and connect with people very deeply. The friendships I made on this trip will last years, and I am going to be in contact and visiting my friends back in the states as well. This environment really helps foster relationships. You become a we instead of an I."
- Aidan Cox, Ohio University, Summer 2025

More Questions? Visit our website or email us at info@cyathens.org

A Note About Program Pricing

The program prices for CYA Summer sessions are course-specific. Each 3-credit course has it's own CYA program price. This price can be found near the top of the individual course pages on the CYA website. The University of Mississippi Study Abroad Fee of $750, plus $46 per month for international insurance will be added to the CYA program price.