Study location	Greece, Thessaloniki
Type	Short duration course, Study Abroad
Nominal duration	June 1-16 or July 6-21, 2024
Study language	English

Entry qualification

Undergraduate diploma (or higher) • If you meet the following criteria, you are eligible to apply: • Enrolled as undergraduate or graduate student with 3.0 GPA • U.S./Canadian citizen of Hellenic descent* • Aged 18-26 years old • Preferably first time visit to Greece The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. 1. Certificate of Insurance Coverage (www.act.edu/images/act/study-abroad/Certificate_Insurance_Coverage.pdf) 2. Health Assessment Form (“:https://www.act.edu/images/act/study-abroad/ACT_health_assessment_form.pdf) 3. College / University Transcript 4. Program Agreement (www.act.edu/images/act/study-abroad/2024_HG_Program_Waiver_Form.pdf) 5. Housing Hotel Policies (www.act.edu/images/act/Student-Services/ACT_Hotel_Policies_AY2023-2024.pdf) 6. A recommendation letter from a professor, community leader, religious leader or other individual that knows you well 7. A valid US/Canadian passport valid for 6 months following the Heritage Greece respective trip dates 8. Headshot ACT’s Admissions team reserves the right to contact you for an interview.

Territory requirements	Applications are accepted from the following territories (based on citizenship): Canada, Northern America.

Language requirements	English

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. You are required to write an essay on what Hellenic heritage means to you and why you are interested in attending the program.

Overview

The Heritage Greece Program is an unforgettable educational and cultural immersion experience for North American students of Hellenic heritage, shared with students from ACT- American College of Thessaloniki. Heritage Greece connects Greek American and Greek Canadian College & University-age students to their Hellenic roots by allowing them to spend two intense weeks exploring Greece in all its facets.

The itinerary includes an insider’s perspective of some of the classic world’s leading museums, archeological and historical sites. The cultural component includes a broad array of activities ranging from Greek language class to dance, cooking and experiential learning in the field. The Heritage Greece experience is shared with a peer group of ACG students. Together the students explore Hellenic heritage, culture and their roots while developing long-lasting bonds with one another. Heritage Greece alumni have described the Program as a life-changing experience.