Q: How do I apply and what is the full application process?
You may use the online application forms & send all documents required, by each program’s deadline, to the following address: AIT Admissions Office
Athens Information Technology
Center of Excellence for Research and Graduate Education
P.O. Box 68
19,5 km Markopoulou Ave.
19002 Peania – Athens
Greece

MSIN:
a) Application form.
b) 3 Recommendation Letters in English (signed and sealed).
c) Official or certified copies of your transcripts and diploma.
d) GRE scores.
e) Proof of competency in the English Language (TOEFL, PROFICIENCY, IELTS).
f) Statement of Purpose (1000 words approximately).
g) Curriculum Vitae.

MSITT:
a) Application form.
b) 2 Recommendation Letters in English (signed and sealed).
c) Proof of competency in the English Language (TOEFL, FCE, PROFICIENCY or their equivalents).
d) Curriculum Vitae.
e) Statement of Purpose (500 words approximately).
f) Official or certified copies of your transcripts and diploma.

Q: How do I settle balances?
Fees and Expenses

Q: Are tuition expenses the same for Full and Part time students?
Yes.

Q: Which are the means of payment? Do you accept credit cards?
We accept credit cards. Payments can also be made either directly at AIT’s Bursar’s Office or by bank deposit/ transfer.

Q: What background should I have in order to be eligible for admission and which are the acceptance criteria?
MSIN Electrical Engineers, Computer Scientists and Information Systems University graduates
MSITT University and Technical School graduates, engineers and science majors
MBIT Executives, managers and professionals in the ICT and financial sector

Q: Is there an internship possibility? Can I work as a Teaching Assistant or a Researcher?
There are such possibilities, given availability of slots and only after the first semester of your studies.

Q: When do terms start for the next academic year?
MSIN Last week of August
MSITT & MBIT: Mid-September

Q: What is the duration of each program?
MSIN Part-time students: 32 months
Full-time students: 16 months
MSITT Part-time students: 24 months
Full-time students: 12 months
MBIT Part-time students: 24 months
Full-time students: 12 months

Q: Can I pursue the MSIN degree after I complete the MSITT?
Yes. You need to apply and follow the official application procedure for the MSIN degree. Every year 10% of MSITT alumni pursue the MSIN degree.

Q: Does AIT offer Bachelor Degrees?
AIT will offer a Bachelor in Computer Engineering, starting from October 2010.

Q: Does AIT offer on-line/distance education courses?
No, all programs require your physical presence, which counts 20% for your overall grading.

Q: When is the last possible date I can start the course if my visa is delayed?
Two weeks after the beginning of courses.

Q: Is there a possibility of studying on a part-time basis?
Yes. The timetable is the same as the one for full-time students.

Q: What are the teaching hours?
For past course schedules, please visit the links below:
MSIN
MSITT
MBIT

Q: May I transfer my credits from another program/school?
If you are admitted, you will be able to submit a petition to transfer one course from another Master Degree program. The coursework will be reviewed by our faculty, and if deemed to be equivalent to the course offered in our program, will be transferred and applied to our degree.

Q: Is there a PhD program in AIT?
Yes.

Q: How do I apply for a Scholarship or Financial Aid?
Please visit Scholarships and follow the instructions provided. You may submit this form together with your application package.

Q: What does a Scholarship or Financial Aid cover?
Scholarships and Financial Aid cover tuition and health insurance fees, for the duration of the program.

Q: When will I be notified of the status of my Scholarship or Financial Aid?
Decisions on scholarships are taken just before or after the deadline of each program, depending on when the full application package has been sent to the Admissions Office.

Type-D Student Visa
The application process for a Type-D Student VISA is time-consuming. Each country may have different requirements regarding the student visa process – in accordance also with your country’s laws. It is strongly advised that all accepted students contact the Greek Consulate of their country as soon as they receive the following documents from AIT Admissions Office:

• Student Declaration
• Parental Declaration
• Official Letter of Acceptance

NOTE: To avoid delays, please return these signed documents to AIT immediately.

Apart from these documents, the Greek Consulate will request the following from the student – but be sure to confirm this with the Greek Consulate in your country:

• Valid Passport
• An official certificate, issued by your country’s Authorities, indicating that the student has no criminal record. (Please, bring another copy with you, as we will need it for the Greek Immigration Department).
• VISA Application, which you will find at the Greek Consulate.

Residence Permit
Once you are in Greece, AIT staff will assist you in obtaining your Residence Permit. The Permit is issued by the Greek Immigration Authorities, after you enter in Greece. You must make sure, that upon your arrival in Greece, you have your Passport stamped with the entry date.

To apply for a Residence Permit, make sure you bring with you:

• 4 passport-size photos (they should all be the same and recent)
• Birth Certificate (official or certified copy)
• Criminal Record (official or certified copy)
• Valid Passport
• Type-D Student VISA
• 150 Euro
• Greek Bank Booklet - AIT staff will assist you to open a bank account

Q: How much should I budget for tuition and living expenses?
Tuition: AIT provides students with tuition Scholarships or Financial Aid. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence, while Financial Aid is granted according to the applicant’s financial standing. Tuition fees, for the duration of the respective program, without a scholarship or financial aid, are as follows:
MSIN €12,000
MSITT €8,000
MBIT €9,500
Accommodation at AIT: Accommodation at AIT’s Dormitory costs €150 per month for a shared room and €300 per month for a single room. Utility costs of approximately €15-25 per month.

Health Insurance:International accepted students need to pay the ammount of 335 €(MSITT & MBIT programs), and 475 €(MSIN program), prior to starting the programs, covering their health insurance fees, for the whole duration of their studies.
Meals at AIT: AIT’s restaurant offers a daily full hot lunch for €4.00 per meal.
Meals at the dormitory: A fully-equipped kitchen is available, with a dining table and chairs, oven, refrigerator, freezer, dish washer, microwave, multi-coffee machine, toaster, cutlery, crockery, glasses, cups, kettle, cooking pans and utensils. You only have to purchase the food you wish to cook.
Transportation: The dormitory is walking distance from AIT. Should you wish to visit the center of Athens, the cost of the ticket is €1.00 for the bus/metro/train and is valid for 1,5 hours. Complete information on public transportation in Athens
Laundry facilities: Laundry facilities are available at the dormitory. You only have to purchase clothes detergent.

Q: Does AIT have placement services for students and alumni?
AIT’s Career Office organizes Career Days during which you have the opportunity to meet with and be interviewed by large international and Greek organizations; provides continuous support to all students throughout the year; and assists you to find employment career-office for more information.

Q: May international students work in Greece? Whom do I contact about part-time jobs in Athens?
Owing to strict EU labor regulations it is difficult for non-EU students to work in Greece. Once you are settled in the program, contact the Career Office to explore these possibilities.

Q: Can I invite friends or family to stay with me at the dormitory?
According to the circumstances, this may be discussed with the Housing Office. Please visit Policies

Q: Where else can I stay except the dormitory? Can you recommend a reasonably-priced hotel in your area?
Private rented accommodation is also available. The Accommodations Office maintains updated information on local apartments toward the city center and facilitates the rental procedure. Please visit accommodation

Q: What is the weather like in Athens?
During winter, it is better to dress in layers as outdoors it is cold but indoors the environment is usually overheated. Bring a raincoat, waterproof footwear, umbrella, hat, because when it rains in Athens the streets are submerged. If it snows in Athens, it only lasts for just a few days, but the streets remain very messy and difficult to cross. Summer is hot and sometimes very humid. Hat and sunscreen are essential. Clothes should be comfortable and loose-fitting.

ATHENS: approximate temperatures by month (°F)