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International Students

AIT prides itself on its culturally diverse student body. Our staff and faculty make every effort to make your stay with us safe, comfortable and exciting. Our priorities are to offer you a competitive, academic education which excels by international standards and to introduce the beauty of Greece to you. We want your experience at AIT and in Greece to be unforgettable and to give you a taste of our beautiful country so that you return and visit us many times.

Visas

Non-EU citizens require a valid passport with valid Visa in order to enter Greece.
EU citizens may produce their national identity card in place of their passport, but it is still wise to bring your passport with you as you will need it to open a bank account.

Students applying for a Visa/Study Permit for Greece and to study at AIT at their respective Greek Consulate, are required to produce the following documents:

Documents prepared and provided by AIT:
1. ORIGINAL Acceptance Letter from AIT
2. Letter of scholarship award by AIT
3. Declaration of Accommodation from AIT

Documents to be prepared and submitted by the student:
1. Bank confirmation that tuition fees have been deposited (if applicable)
2. ORIGINAL Police Clearance Certificate
3. Health certificate, from a public hospital, stating that student does not have tuberculosis or hepatitis B’
4. Affidavit of Sponsorship (Official declaration by Sponsor) (if applicable)
5. Sponsor’s Income Tax statement and bank statement for the last two years (if applicable)
6. Visa Application Form with a passport-size photo attached (provided also by the local Greek Consulate).
7. Visa fee.
8. Valid passport
9 Completed DECLARATION OF FOREIGNER FOR STUDIES IN GREECE
10.Completed PARENTAL TUTOR DECLARATION

Please check with your respective Greek Consulate that there has been no change in the requirements of documents to be submitted and to learn about the full visa application procedure.

Member Countries of the European Union (EU): Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, The United Kingdom.

Medical Insurance

Emergency treatment is free at all in public hospitals. AIT provides full medical, accident and health insurance, with no charge, to all international students. Medical services are available on-campus Monday-Friday from 08:30-16:00.

Arriving in Athens

The Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos” is located only 10 minutes by car from AIT.
Please be sure to contact the Admissions Office to provide us with your arrival date, flight and time.
Information on transportation to/from the airport and AIT to the city center may be found at “How To Find Us”.

Opening a bank account

Bank hours are Monday to Thursday 08:00-14:30 and Friday 08:00-14:00. The International Students Affairs Office will assist you to open a bank account upon your arrival. To open a bank account you will need your passport and a minimum deposit of 50 euros. You cannot open an account before you arrive in Greece. Banks and ATMs (Automated Teller Machines) may be found all over the city. An ATM is available on-campus.

AIT Policies & Procedures

One of the advantages of living among fellow students from different corners of the world is the opportunity to learn from each other and experience unusual cultural traditions and habits. The Student Secretariat and Accommodations Office foster a supportive environment for you, who are joining us from a variety of ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, and facilitate your integration and interaction with the faculty and administration. Being a part of this experience enables you to support each other during your learning and educational process. The ability to live with other students who are different, think differently and who hold diverse opinions is a unique and educational opportunity.

Please take the time to review AIT’s Policies and Procedures.

Accommodation

Unlike traditional housing, our self-catering en-suite apartment-style accommodations are tailored specifically for the students at AIT. The Accommodations Office makes every effort to meet your needs and is available for any residential support you may require to make your stay at AIT and in Athens enjoyable. The Student Secretariat works closely with you regarding any concerns or problems (from academic, social to personal), ensuring your smooth transition into and productive conclusion of your academic year. Our Housing is walking distance from the main AIT building and consists of 20 apartments (single or double occupancy) each with its own bathroom, complete internet and AIT network, communal kitchen and laundry facilities. Apartments are fully furnished and bed and bath linen are provided. Nearby public transportation to Athens provides access to the city center. A recreation room, lounge, restaurant and bookstore at the main AIT facility are available for your use. Please take the time to review AIT’s Housing Policies & Procedures Private rented accommodation is also available. The Accommodations Office maintains updated information on local apartments in the city center and facilitates the rental procedure. Upon arrival, you will be given a comprehensive orientation which includes information on practical issues such as transport, banking, postal facilities, health care, shopping, tourism and travel, Greek cultural habits and traditions, basic Greek words and phrases. On this occasion you will also have the opportunity to make any personal requests.

Contact Information
AIT Admissions Office
Tel: +30 210 6682702, 2704, 2841
Fax: +30 210 6682708
Email: admissions@ait.edu.gr

Student' Views

"During this MSITT program I had the chance to work on interesting and advanced projects as part of the program where I was exposed to the state-of-the-art technologies and sometimes had to work under pressure and meet deadlines. That was a rewarding aspect as you feel more confident and see the results of your work. I'm currently working as a research scientist in the University College Cork (UCC) on a European- funded project to develop an EDMS solution to integrate data, metadata and services from different European regional centers. Looking back on this experience, it was really interesting. The program has met my expectations and helped me fulfill my career goals."

Ali Al-Othman, MSITT 2007 (Jordan)

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