CYA (College Year in Athens) - Semester/Academic Year Program
CYA (College Year in Athens)
CYA (College Year in Athens) - Semester/Academic Year Program
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CYA has offered study abroad programs in a wide range of academic disciplines for over 50 years. With supplemental activities varying from archaeological digs to onsite courses, study-travel, and volunteer opportunities, students are able to activ... read more
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Learned to live more independently, had a more holistic learning experience A student - Cornell University View Entire Review
Studying abroad develops what our colleges have taught us in the classroom, by giving us the opportunity to build on our academic skills in the real world and grow personally along the way. It was the most exciting experience of my eduction so far and I would recommend studying abroad and CYA to anyone! A student - Bryn Mawr College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about the cultural differences between America and other countries. It was definitely worth it. Lindsay Martinez - University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill View Entire Review
It was definitely a worthwhile experience - I became much more independent and learned how to plan and manage things on my own! Caroline - Rhodes College View Entire Review
I learned that studying abroad is what you make it. The bonds and memories you make are entirely up to you and it is important to challenge yourself to make the most of such an incredibly unique opportunity. A student - Oberlin College View Entire Review
I learned more about myself and about art and about greece! all sounds obvious but honestly it was truly awesome Liv Molho - Brandeis University View Entire Review
It was worthwhile, I was able to learn a lot about myself and also living on my own in a place that I didn't know. It instilled a lot of confidence in me about my own life navigation skills. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned so much about Greece, Greek History, culture, food, etc. I cannot overestimate how amazing Athens is and how helpful CYA is to experiencing life here. Patrick C Pallisco - The Catholic University of America View Entire Review
Independence, interacting with people of different cultural backgrounds, making new friends even with language barriers, etc. Barbara Kasomenakis - Skidmore College View Entire Review
Learned about Greece and history and it was absolutely worthwhile. Jake Turtel - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned too much to summarize. So much about Greek history, about contemporary Greek issues, and about archaeological methods. Outside of the classroom I learned a lot about budgeting, travelling, living alone, how to communicate with people who speak a different language, and about making the most of your time. Kalei Oliver - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained a whole new sense of independence, and a new understanding of being a citizen of the world. It was more than worthwhile, and I will be using the lessons I learned in and outside of the classroom for the rest of my life. Ann Hewitt - Mount Holyoke College View Entire Review
I gained lifelong friends in my CYA program. I absolutely love Greece and cannot wait to return. Charlotte Lang - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned so much about the Bible, early Christianity, and ancient Greece. Also, being abroad without my parents gave me so much self-confidence for traveling in the future! A student - University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill View Entire Review
I learned about Greek heritage and was able to travel to the islands of Rhodes and Crete. A student - Sarah Lawrence College View Entire Review
This experience really taught me about history and connected me with a close group of individuals. Vincent Gadioma - Fairfield University View Entire Review
My class (ARTH 356, a course on Greek Heritage) was taught by an amazing professor, our class excursions were immersive, and the friendships I built will last a lifetime! This study abroad was absolutely worthwhile, I'd do it over again in a heart beat! Morgan Fisher - University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill View Entire Review
Learned how to be independent, how to adapt, how to quickly observe other cultures, how to communicate without language, and so much more. It may be one of the most valuable experiences in my educational career Harrison Lacy - University of Notre Dame View Entire Review
It was worthwhile. I learned more about being independent, I learned about a new culture which in itself taught me so many things, like how to not be obsessed with productivity and how to appreciate the moment. My classes taught me about Greek and Byzantine art, business ethics and philosophy etc. I feel super enriched. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned about the immigration crisis and the toll it has taken on that area of the world, which is knowledge that is meaningful and useful for my career path. I gained experience traveling and holding my own in various countries, along with gaining a very much increased sense of independence and self-assuredness after living i... Maren Higgins - Wheaton College, MA View Entire Review
It was worthwhile in that living in another country and culture can help you think about your own worldview. And I love Greece! A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned a variety of things from my time abroad including many things about Greek culture, how to live in a city, balancing school with travel, etc. My abroad experience was SO worth it. Bailey Karnes - Wheaton College, MA View Entire Review
I learned so much about traveling and interacting with a new culture. It was absolutely a worthwhile experience! Alex Marsh - Swarthmore College View Entire Review
This program was more than worthwhile, it was really remarkable and impactful. I learned how to not be so afraid of the opportunities that life presents us. I learned that I am a much more fluid person than I believed, and I still have a lot to figure out about who I am, but this semester abroad was truly the beginning of that p... Rachael Bittick - University of Michigan - Ann Arbor View Entire Review
I gained a much greater level of independence overall, and I learned to make the most of things when they didn't go as planned. I learned to be more spontaneous (one of my favorite memories is taking a last minute train trip to Bulgaria with my roommate)! Peyton - University of Southern California View Entire Review
About
CYA has offered study abroad programs in a wide range of academic disciplines for over 50 years. With supplemental activities varying from archaeological digs to onsite courses, study-travel, and volunteer opportunities, students are able to actively engage with their course material. Students live in apartments in downtown Athens and will be inspired to immerse themselves in the environment and expand their worldview. As a European capital, Athens is both rich in history and a contemporary hub for art, international business and relations, and debate on economic, political, and migration issues.
The CYA curriculum comprises a diverse set of courses taught by expert faculty. There is a strong emphasis on both contemporary and ancient studies, focusing on European and East Mediterranean Area Studies. Courses are taught in English, but optional Modern Greek language courses are available. Classroom lectures are complemented by onsite courses and field trips to major historic and contemporary sites near Athens, along with study-travel to various parts of Greece and Europe (included in tuition) and volunteer/internship opportunities.
In addition to the academic program, CYA encourages students to become involved in extracurricular activities and explore independently on weekends. They return home academically empowered, intellectually stimulated, and with a passionate commitment to furthering international and intercultural understanding.
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Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
- January Term
Instruction Language(s):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Liberal Arts, General Studies
- History
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Ancient/Classical Greek Language, Literature
- Archeology
- Environmental Studies
- International Relations
- Latin Language, Literature
- Modern Greek Language, Literature
- Political Science and Government
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Sustainability Studies
- Urban Studies
- Anthropology
- Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
- Economics
- Philosophy
- Religion / Religious Studies
- Ancient Civilization
- Communication and Media Studies
- Cultural Studies
- Global Studies
- Literature
- Peace Studies, Conflict Resolution
