Program Site
The American College of Thessaloniki, a division of Anatolia College, is an independent, non-profit, liberal arts college. Thessaloniki, founded in 315 BC, is the second largest city in Greece, located about 300 miles north of Athens in the ancient province of Macedonia. Nearby, Mount Olympus, Mount Athos, and the coastal resorts of the Halkididki Peninsula offer many sightseeing and recreational opportunities. With its rich history and strategic geopolitical location, Greece offers a contemporary lifestyle as well as the presence of the rich heritage of both the east and west. Anatolia College is an American sponsored, private educational institution founded in 1886. Classes held at Anatolia's beautiful 45 acre campus are small enough to ensure close interaction between the professor and student. Many of the campus buildings over look the city.

Academic Program Highlights
The American College of Thessaloniki offers programs of study in the area and sciences, and in business administration. All coursework is taught in English, and no prior study or knowledge of Greek language is required. Students choose one course from each of the following subject areas: Greek language, Anthropology, History, and Political Science/Sociology. In addition, two courses are chosen from the following: Accounting, Economics, English, and European Studies, Finance, History, Humanities, Management, Marketing, and Philosophy. Students earn up to 17 undergraduate credits on the program. A 2.5 GPA, at least college freshman standing, official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose are necessary for admission to the program.

Program Duration
Fall: September 13-December 24
Spring: February 7-June 12

Application Deadlines
Fall: may 15
Spring: October 1

Eligibility:
2.5 GPA, transcripts, 3 letters of recommendation, statement of purpose.

Costs
The cost of a semester may vary as changes occur in the economies and currencies of the U.S. and Greece. The factors listed below are used to calculate program costs.

  • Tuition at Rio Salado College (assessed according to the student's residency status).
  • Program costs in Greece, including instruction, housing, application and orientation fees, insurance, books and field trips.
  • Transportation to Greece.
Financial Aid
Any financial aid for which students are eligible during the course of their study at Rio Salado College, including Pell Grants, can be used toward the cost of the program in Greece.

For More Information
Office of International Education
Rio Salado College
2323 W. 14th St.
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 517-8416
(480) 517-8849 Fax
Contact: Erma Abeyta, Director of International Programs
OIE@riomail.maricopa.edu