Greek-taught bachelor's programmes at public universities are free for EU and non-EU students alike, while English-taught programmes charge fees – for non-EU students €5,000–15,000 a year for a bachelor's. All 24 Greek universities are public, and those who meet the criteria eat in student canteens for free. See how admission works, what a month costs (around €700–1,200) and where seasonal jobs are easiest to find.
Study in Europe estimates that a student in Greece spends around €700–1,200 a month, depending on the city and lifestyle. To give you an idea, Study in Greece says a coffee costs €3–4, a souvlaki around €3.80 and a meal in a restaurant around €15.
Your options are:
In Athens, the ATH.ENA student card gives you discounts on public transport – you can apply for it online with the transport operator OASA.
Sources: European Commission – Study in Europe (education.ec.europa.eu/study-in-europe), Eurostat, official national study and residence portals and authorities, Eurodesk, enic-naric.net, studentnews.eu. As of September 2026.
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