Quick Summary
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, in Thessaloniki, Greece, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1925. Ranked #534 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 72500 students including 9% from outside Greece. Known for strengths in Archaeology, Classics, Civil Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Historical prestige, comprehensive range of disciplines, and location in Greece's cultural capital.
Subject Strengths
ArchaeologyClassicsCivil EngineeringAgriculture & ForestryEducation
Founded1925
TypePublic
Total Students72500
Intl Students9%
Faculty Ratio28
CampusUrban
Campus Size83 acres
Affiliated HospitalsAHEPA University Hospital
AccreditationHellenic Authority for Higher Education (HAHE)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#534
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801โ1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#501โ600
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
41
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
250
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Hellenic Authority for Higher Education (HAHE)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท September 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Undergraduate admission for international students is managed by the Ministry of Education; Postgraduate applicants should contact the School Secretariat directly.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
Living Cost
โฌ8,800/yr
per year ยท EUR
PG Tuition
โฌ3,000/yr
per year ยท EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
โฌ11,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,800
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 41 programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Philosophy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Informatics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$19,500
Average Salary After Graduation
74%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementYes
Industry Connections
Extensive collaboration with local SMEsEU research bodiesand the Thessaloniki Innovation Zone.
Notable Alumni
Manolis Andronikos, Vassilis Vassilikos, Albert Bourla
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Gym, Olympic-size swimming pool (off-site access), Athletics tracks
Student Clubs
65
Library Resources
Largest academic library in Greece with over 800,000 items and extensive digital archives.
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, CIVIS Alliance
Summer Programs
Available