The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Scholarship Program

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation is a world-leading international philanthropic organization dedicated to funding institutions and projects that are expected to achieve a broad, lasting and positive impact on society at large. The American College of Greece is honored to receive the Foundation’s support in the form of a donation that establishes a scholarship program for Parallel Studies at Deree. The donation to Deree is part of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation’s “Recharging the Youth” initiative, which aims to help create new opportunities for Greece’s younger generations. The Parallel Studies Program at Deree offers outstanding students the opportunity to enroll for a minor (i.e., a series of US-accredited and EU-validated courses – typically 6 – in a specific discipline), while concurrently pursuing a Greek public University degree. With the SNF donation, this successful program will be expanded and enhanced, resulting in more students broadening their educational experience and equipping themselves with tools to launch meaningful careers.

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Scholarship Program offers scholars unique academic opportunities and access to a wide range of career-enhancing options:

• Exposure to a US-modeled education system (e.g., active classroom engagement, case studies, group and research projects, state-of-the-art academic, co-curricular, and extra-curricular programs and facilities)
• Enhanced proficiency in English (all classes taught in English)
• Access to faculty expertise, collaborative research and mentorship
• Cross-cultural opportunities:
  • Two-way study abroad: foreign university students are “exchanged” with Greek students
  • Simultaneous “real-time” classes: foreign university students and Greek students experience the same class via
    distance technology
  • International internships: Greek students gain professional experience for several months in a multi-national company in another part of the world
• Career services:
  • Résumé consulting, interview, graduate school and career path coaching
  • Participation in career fairs and business-focused events; access to full time/ part time jobs and internships through Career Services’ online platforms and social media
• Access to a network of more than 69,000 successful alumni around the world

In order to be eligible for the scholarship, the applicant must:

• be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at a Greek public University
• have completed at least one semester at a Greek public University with an academic average of 7.5/10 (or 7/10 for the National Technical University of Athens)
• have a high school diploma grade of 17/20 and above
• (for continuing students) have completed a maximum of 2 courses at Deree

Candidates for the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Scholarship Program will also be eligible for an ACG merit scholarship, ranging from 15% to 35% tuition reduction depending on the candidate’s high school diploma grade.

In order to maintain the scholarship, the scholar must:

• Maintain a minimum Cumulative Index (CI – Career Totals) of 3.10/4.00 by the end of the first semester/session and a minimum of 3.20/4.00 after the second semester/session. The minimum CI of 3.20/4.00 must be maintained thereafter.
• Successfully complete all EAPP courses if enrolled in the English for Academic Purposes Program (EAPP). If also enrolled in regular courses, meet the CI requirements stated above.
• Register for successive Fall and Spring Semesters with at least one course per semester and maintain this minimum course load throughout each semester.
• Comply with all College policies, including the Student Conduct Code.
• Maintain a minimum Greek University Average Grade of no less than 7.5/10 (or 7/10 for those attending the National Technical University of Athens.

Applicants can apply for a minor (i.e., a series of courses – typically 6 – in a specific discipline) leading to a certificate in one of 64 academic areas.

The following is required for all applicants:

1. Completed application form (Minor’s Application Form).
2. Personal written statement explaining the reasons why the candidate is applying for the SNF scholarship and how the candidate expects to improve his/her employability by participating in the SNF Scholarship Program.
3. Official copy of a secondary diploma.
4. Greek public University transcript.
5. Identification card (for Greek citizens), or a valid passport (for non-Greek citizens).
6. Interview with a College representative.
7. Evidence of proficiency in English.

Applications for admission are accepted throughout the year. Recommended deadlines for the SNF Program for 2025-26 are as follows:

Fall Semester: September 11, 2025
Fall Intensive Program: October 20, 2025
Spring Semester: January 12, 2026
Summer Session I: May 20, 2026
Summer Session II: June 25, 2026

The Admissions Counselor will guide the candidate through the admission and registration process, after which the
student will be assigned an Academic Advisor who will monitor academic progress and assist in the selection of courses.
Upon admission to the College and in order to enroll, the candidate must attend an academic advising session to select
courses, submit a deposit and register for the selected courses.

Please note that the Stavros Niarchos Foundation is not involved with the application and selection process.