Admissions

Apply to one of Greece's most ambitious new engineering programmes.

📢 Autumn 2026 applications are open.

Early-decision deadline: 30 June 2026 · Regular deadline: 31 July 2026 · Late round (if seats remain): 05 September 2026.

How to Apply

EEA admits students through a holistic review of academic achievement, two short essays, and a short online conversation with a faculty admissions reader. There is no entrance examination.

  1. Create an applicant account. Register at apply.eea.edu.gr with a valid email address.
  2. Submit the online application form. Includes personal details, education history, your two 500-word essays, and a programme preference.
  3. Upload supporting documents — see the Requirements section below.
  4. Pay the €40 application fee (waived for applicants from Greece, Cyprus and the rest of the EU until 30 June 2026).
  5. Sit a 30-minute online conversation with one of our admissions readers. Available in Greek or English.
  6. Receive a decision within 3 weeks of completing your interview. Offers are conditional on final school-leaving results where applicable.

Requirements

For Greek high-school applicants (Apolytirio)

  • Apolytirio Lykeiou or expected to graduate in summer 2026
  • Minimum overall grade of 16/20 (or 15/20 with strong subject-specific marks in mathematics and physics)
  • Panhellenic Examination results are not required but, if available, may be submitted in support of the application
  • One short essay in Greek and one in English (or both in English at the applicant's choice)

For EU and international applicants

  • Upper secondary qualification recognised in your country (IB Diploma · A-Levels · Abitur · Lise Diploması · French Baccalauréat · etc.)
  • Strong academic record in mathematics and at least one science subject
  • English proficiency: IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL iBT 90+ / Cambridge C1 / EEA proficiency interview waiver
  • For Architecture & Heritage applicants: a portfolio of 8–12 works (drawings, sketches, modelling, photography, design work)

Required documents

  • Official transcripts from the last three years of secondary education
  • Copy of national ID or passport biographic page
  • Two letters of recommendation (one academic, one personal)
  • Curriculum vitae / résumé (one page)
  • Personal statement (500 words)
  • Programme-specific essay (500 words)

Tuition & Fees (2026/27)

ProgrammeGreek / EUInternational
B.Eng — Computer, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental€8,500 / year€11,800 / year
B.Arch + M.Arch — Architecture & Heritage (5-year integrated)€9,200 / year€12,500 / year
M.Sc / M.Eng (all four programmes)€11,500 (full)€14,800 (full)
Application fee€40 (waived through 30 Jun 2026)€40
Student services fee (annual)€200€200
Health & insurance fee (annual)€180€350

Tuition may be paid in two equal instalments (October and February). EEA participates in the Hellenic Education Loan Programme operated by the National Bank of Greece, which offers loans up to €15,000/year with deferred repayment.

Scholarships & Financial Aid

  • Founder's Scholarship — 50 awards for the 2026 intake, covering 30 % – 70 % of tuition. Awarded on academic merit alone. Application deadline: 30 June 2026.
  • Diaspora Scholarship — Reserved for students of Greek heritage holding a non-Greek passport. Covers 25 % of tuition for the full programme. 15 awards / year.
  • Hephaestus Industry Sponsorships — Six full-tuition sponsorships per year, jointly funded by our industry partner network, with a guaranteed paid summer internship between Years 2 and 3.
  • Pythia Women-in-Engineering Award — 10 awards per year covering 40 % of tuition, for women entering the Computer, Mechanical or Electrical programmes.
  • Need-Based Bursaries — A separate bursary fund of €120,000 per year is reserved for students whose household income falls below national thresholds.

International Students

EEA welcomes applications from students worldwide. We host a dedicated International Student Office that supports admitted students with visas, residence permits, accommodation, and onboarding.

Visa & Residence

Non-EU applicants offered a place will receive a formal letter of acceptance which can be presented to a Greek consular post for a national (D) student visa. Upon arrival in Greece, students apply for a residence permit for study (valid for the full duration of the programme) at the Aliens & Immigration Directorate of Attica.

Accommodation

Until our on-campus residence opens (autumn 2027), the Office partners with three serviced student-housing operators in Peania, Paiania, Glyka Nera and Spata — all within a 10-minute commute of the campus. Estimated cost: €380 – €650 / month including utilities.

Cost of Living in Athens / Peania

  • Rent (shared apartment): €380 – €650 / month
  • Groceries: €220 – €320 / month
  • Public transport monthly pass (Athens area): €27 (student rate €13.50)
  • Mobile data plan: €10 – €20 / month
  • Total recommended budget: €750 – €1,100 / month

Frequently Asked Questions

Is EEA's degree recognised in Greece and the EU?

Yes. EEA delivers degree programmes under formal academic affiliation with established European universities. The degree certificate is issued by the partner university and is fully recognised within Greece via DOATAP and across the European Higher Education Area under the Bologna framework.

Do I need to know Greek to study at EEA?

No. All engineering programmes are delivered in English. We do offer free Greek-language classes (A1 through B2 levels) to all international students because life in Peania is much easier with some Greek, and many internships in Greek industry will benefit from it.

Can I transfer credits from another university?

Yes. Transfer applications are reviewed individually by the receiving department. Up to 60 ECTS may be transferred for an undergraduate programme; the final two years must be completed at EEA.

Are there entrance exams?

No. EEA uses holistic admission. We assess academic record, essays and a 30-minute online conversation with a faculty reader.

When will I hear back?

Decisions are released within three weeks of a complete application file (including the interview). The latest decision date for the early-decision round is 21 July 2026.

What happens if I'm placed on the waitlist?

Waitlisted candidates remain in consideration until 5 September 2026. Most movement off the waitlist happens between 25 July and 20 August, after offer-holders confirm their places.