UGA - FACS - Greece Study Abroad Program : Reviews (Athens)
The following program review responses have been selected for publication by UGA StudyAway
Program Evaluation
Summer 2017 Participant
I believe the orientation prepared me well for what to expect from the course and Greece in general.
Victoria Elizabeth Santini,
Summer 2017 Participant
Schedule was laid out effectively and clearly. All hotel and transportation information were provided ahead of time. We were always informed of any updates regarding blog assignments.
Kameron Kamlesh Patel,
Maymester 2018 Participant
I actually was unable to attend orientation, but I emailed Effie and she made sure I had all the materials necessary to catch up with my classmates. I felt I was well prepared for the information given to us in Greece.
Sarah Elizabeth Cowart,
Maymester 2019 Participant
The many meetings we had before the trip was very helpful and the information was relevant and important.
Rashawn K Merchant,
Maymester 2019 Participant
We were provided with a plethora of information well in advance of the trip. This made it so easy to prepare and make adjustments to travel plans.
Maymester 2019 Participant
These materials were very helpful when helping me prepare for the trip. I knew what to expect.
Katherine Louise Wise,
Maymester 2019 Participant
The orientation sessions were great leading up to the trip. They were very informative.
Maymester 2023 Participant
Orientation materials went over basic greetings and customs required to thrive in the trip.
Summer 2017 Participant
All information was provided to us about any medical services needed.
Anna Elizabeth Eisenbeis,
Maymester 2018 Participant
A student on our trip broke his tooth and was able to schedule a dentist appointment within a few days so I would say good.
Ka Eun Jin,
Maymester 2018 Participant
I didn't have any personal experiences with the health care system in Greece, but one of the guys on our trip chipped his tooth, and our program director was super quick to get him to a dentist nearby.
Hollie Rose Mitchell,
Maymester 2018 Participant
Someone on the trip chipped a tooth and they got him to a dentist as soon as possible and you could not tell it was chipped when he got back from the dentist! That amazed me!
Kameron Kamlesh Patel,
Maymester 2018 Participant
One of our classmates chipped a tooth and was able to get it fixed within the week.
Kelli Diana Coats,
Maymester 2019 Participant
I got sick on the first day of the trip from supposedly drinking the tap water. Effie and Genti immediately found a doctor on campus to help me!
Rashawn K Merchant,
Maymester 2019 Participant
There was access to healthcare throughout the trip and the coordinators available to assist in any way they could.
Maymester 2022 Participant
While I did not have to receive any health care treatment while abroad, I felt confident that if anything happened I would be in the best hands. For example, we had insurance we needed and were provided Covid-19 tests to return home.
Maymester 2023 Participant
My roommate Matti got tonsilitis pretty early on during the trip and Effie did everything in her power to get her to a doctor as fast as possible. Shout out to the hotel doctor and Effie for saving Matti's trip.
Maymester 2023 Participant
I got tonsillitis during the trip and the professors were very caring and set up a doctor to see me at the hotel. He prescribed me medication.
Summer 2017 Participant
We were provided with very safe and nice places to stay, as well as buses for any transportation needed by the group. Anything that seemed unsafe was supervised by a professor or tour guide.
Summer 2017 Participant
I always felt safe in our locations. Transportation was amazing and always on time for whatever we needed!
Victoria Elizabeth Santini,
Summer 2017 Participant
Every location was great! The hotels were amazing and the dorms were lovely. I felt safe the entire trip.
Anna Elizabeth Eisenbeis,
Maymester 2018 Participant
The buses were very nice
Patricia Lee Froistad,
Maymester 2018 Participant
Everything concerning facilities, excursions, and transportation were very well organized and made the trip extremely pleasant!
Ka Eun Jin,
Maymester 2018 Participant
I felt very safe everywhere we went and our program directors always made sure to ask us how we were doing and if we needed anything. All of the museum facilities and tours felt safe as well.
Hollie Rose Mitchell,
Maymester 2018 Participant
I never felt unsafe the entire time I was on the trip!
Kameron Kamlesh Patel,
Maymester 2018 Participant
I always felt safe no matter where I was throughout the duration of the program.
Maymester 2019 Participant
every location was very safe
Sarah Elizabeth Cowart,
Maymester 2019 Participant
I never felt unsafe while on the trip, even during our free time away from the group. The instructors and tour guides told us the areas to avoid, but overall it was very safe.
Hope Suzy Kersey,
Maymester 2019 Participant
I never felt unsafe. Everything we did served purpose to our education and all of the activities were fun.
Rashawn K Merchant,
Maymester 2019 Participant
I felt very safe and comfortable throughout the study abroad. I could tell that a lot of planning and thoughtfulness went into our accommodations.
Maymester 2019 Participant
I never felt unsafe at any point during the trip. The professors and our tour guides showed us the areas to avoid if we chose to go out on our own.
Katherine Louise Wise,
Maymester 2019 Participant
I never felt unsafe or in a place that was dangerous.
Maymester 2023 Participant
I never felt unsafe on the trip and all areas catered to tourists.
Maymester 2023 Participant
The bus was phenomenal. I did not expect that nice of a bus. The hotels were also much nicer than expected.
Maymester 2024 Participant
Everything worked out well!
Victoria Elizabeth Santini,
Summer 2017 Participant
Workload was perfect and appropriate for a two week span. I learned, was able to keep up with assignments, and was able to enjoy the trip without any stress.
Anna Elizabeth Eisenbeis,
Maymester 2018 Participant
The amount of lectures each day was good.
Cassidy Carlese Long,
Maymester 2018 Participant
The lectures on the Greece study abroad trip were very interesting. The speakers did a great job of making sure you understood how and why Greece differed from America in many different areas.
Hollie Rose Mitchell,
Maymester 2018 Participant
The lectures were amazing! Almost every one was intriguing and very relevant to my study area. The ones that weren't in my study area were also interesting and different.
Kameron Kamlesh Patel,
Maymester 2018 Participant
The program did a good job of combining academic and leisure activities. At times it felt as if we had a lot of lectures, but when you take into account that 3 credit hours are earned for a little over a week then it's easy to see the workload was actually pretty light.
Maymester 2019 Participant
lectures were great
Maymester 2019 Participant
The workload is perfect, and the organization is very efficient!
Rashawn K Merchant,
Maymester 2019 Participant
I was really able to gain a lot of knowledge on the subjects taught throughout the program. The assignments were fairly appropriate and not complicated to complete.
Maymester 2019 Participant
I learned so many interesting things during this short trip. We studied a lot about the Greek Finacial crisis, but we also had agriculture, tourism, and even cinematography classes. The work load was very appropriate for the amount of time we were in Greece. I actually really enjoyed writing the reflections afterwards because they will help me remember the trip later in life.
Katherine Louise Wise,
Maymester 2019 Participant
We had the perfect about of school mixed with fun! I also loves that we could complete everything on elc after the trip.
Maymester 2022 Participant
The workload was appropriate because it allowed me to be immersed in the experience while still learning. There was not a lot of downtime to complete the assignments because we were always on the go; however, there was more than enough time following the program to complete assignments and be successful. Additionally, all the lectures and academic quality were very well planned and thought out.
Victoria Elizabeth Santini,
Summer 2017 Participant
Excursions, trips, and site visits were amazing! The highlights were the Acropolis and the sunset cruise in Santorini. Every location was breath taking. The trip was coordinated extremely well. I believe that we got an all inclusive and immersive view of Greece.
Patricia Lee Froistad,
Maymester 2018 Participant
All of the field trips, site visits, and excursions were wonderful!
Cassidy Carlese Long,
Maymester 2018 Participant
Every site visit was very informative and helpful in learning Greek history and culture.
Maymester 2018 Participant
The professors did an incredible job selecting the sites and field trips that we went on. I visits were such a good time and it is the perfect way to talk to individuals on the trip.
Hollie Rose Mitchell,
Maymester 2018 Participant
All of the field trips and museums were great! I loved hearing and seeing all of the history of the country while also enjoying the modern day version as well.
Maymester 2019 Participant
places were wonderful and were a great part of the experience
Sarah Elizabeth Cowart,
Maymester 2019 Participant
All of the sites were great. It was great to see well-known sites like the Acropolis as well as other places that you might not think to visit.
Maymester 2019 Participant
Amazing and beautiful excursion sites!
Hope Suzy Kersey,
Maymester 2019 Participant
All of the locations were beautiful and our program directors made sure we did as much as possible while having some free time.
Maymester 2019 Participant
Everysite we went to was well thought out and absolutely beautiful! We went everywhere you could want to go in the three cities we went to!
Maymester 2019 Participant
Every excursion was amazing! I wouldn't have done anything differently. The boat ride in Santorini was my favorite.
Katherine Louise Wise,
Maymester 2019 Participant
Everything was so beautiful!
Maymester 2023 Participant
Every place was incredibly interesting and gave us the opportunity to learn.
Maymester 2023 Participant
Effie and Genti did a phenomenal job. From restaurants to museums to ancient sites, I enjoyed seeing so many different aspects of Greece.
Maymester 2024 Participant
Good housing accommodation. Enjoyed everywhere we stayed.
Victoria Elizabeth Santini,
Summer 2017 Participant
Again, I always felt safe and housing was great. The hotel selections were lovely and lavish. The dorms were very well kept and much nicer than anticipated.
Anna Elizabeth Eisenbeis,
Maymester 2018 Participant
the hotels were extremely nice and the American farm school dorms were nice as well.
Ka Eun Jin,
Maymester 2018 Participant
The hotels were excellent and the condition of the dorms in Thessaloniki were great as well.
Hollie Rose Mitchell,
Maymester 2018 Participant
Every place we stayed was amazing!!
Kameron Kamlesh Patel,
Maymester 2018 Participant
The hotels in Athens and Santorini were outstanding. The dorms were nice as well.
Sarah Elizabeth Cowart,
Maymester 2019 Participant
The housing was phenomenal. The amenities at the hotel and resort were very nice and the staff was always friendly. It was well worth the price to have the extra amenities from the hotel.
Maymester 2023 Participant
All areas were well-arranged and provided all the necessary materials for us to feel comfortable.
Maymester 2024 Participant
Everything felt clean.
Victoria Elizabeth Santini,
Summer 2017 Participant
The meals were excellent! I especially loved that everything was preordered so we could all try new things! Some evenings we were given a choice between two or three entrees making dinner a little more customizable. Overall each meal provided more and more insight to the Greek culture and cuisine. My favorite restaurants had to be "Yeros tou Moria" with the traditional Greek dancers and "Attikos" with an amazing view of the Parthenon! My favorite meal had to be the gyros we had in Oia, Santorini. The food on this trip was unbelievably delicious.
Patricia Lee Froistad,
Maymester 2018 Participant
All of the meals were EXCELLENT!
Ka Eun Jin,
Maymester 2018 Participant
All of the meals were incredible and every one of them topped my expectation.
Cassidy Carlese Long,
Maymester 2018 Participant
The food in Greece is spectacular. You are never hungry, and everyone is so willing to share food. The culture, atmosphere, and quality of mealtime in Greece is something I was very impressed with.
Kameron Kamlesh Patel,
Maymester 2018 Participant
Compared to my other study abroad trip, the food was absolutely incredible. The amount of food we were given was insane, and it was delicious. The only thing I would say to possibly change is in Thessaloniki, the breakfast at the dorms was not very good, and the bagged lunch was disappointing, but it makes sense given the time constraints. The restaurants were amazing, and if we were told to eat on our own I doubt we would have found places as good as what we ate at.
Maymester 2018 Participant
Amazing!
Maymester 2019 Participant
Everything was planned and well managed and organized.
Kelli Diana Coats,
Maymester 2019 Participant
The meals were amazing everywhere we went.
Sarah Elizabeth Cowart,
Maymester 2019 Participant
The food was some of the most amazing food I've ever had. The portions were huge and we were able to try all kinds of authentic Greek foods. It was so nice that most of our meals were planned out for us. It took away some of the stress about not knowing what to order and taking the risk of not enjoying what you ordered. We never went hungry on the trip.
Maymester 2019 Participant
Greece has incredible food!
Maymester 2019 Participant
Every meal was AMAZING! You won't go hungry even for a second on this trip because you are fed so much food and its all insanely high quality!
Maymester 2019 Participant
The food was by far my favorite part of the trip. I got to try so many amazing things! It really helped me learn a lot about the culture.
Katherine Louise Wise,
Maymester 2019 Participant
All of the food was so so yummy!!
Maymester 2023 Participant
As a vegetarian, I was really worried going into this trip but everyone looked out for me and made accomodations for all of us with restrictions. Again, shout out to Effie, Genti, and our tour guide, Katarina for making sure our meals were correct and we were all healthy.
Maymester 2023 Participant
The meals were phenomenal. THere was more than enough food to go around, and I never found myself hungry.
Victoria Elizabeth Santini,
Summer 2017 Participant
We had a cooking class in Thessaloniki to learn more about Greek culture and cuisine. This event proved to be extremely fun. I wish we had more cultural opportunities similar to this one.
Ka Eun Jin,
Maymester 2018 Participant
My favorite part about the trip was that we were visiting Effie's home country and where Genti went to graduate school, so they were really familiar with the areas and most importantly the language. It was so fun being able to go to the restaurants they've been to and the areas they've lived near. This factor also made it really easy for us to learn and be immersed into a new culture. On top of this, our tour guide, Oranea was incredible and I know for a fact that everyone on our trip really enjoyed having her show us around. She made us feel very comfortable and was very engaging in all of her tours.
Kameron Kamlesh Patel,
Maymester 2018 Participant
We had times to walk around on our own. In Santorini we had a lot of time to do what we wanted, and I was able to interact with a lot of people.
Maymester 2019 Participant
All the people were very welcoming and friendly!
Maymester 2019 Participant
Eleni, our tour guide, really helped us understand the local culture since she was from Athens.
Maymester 2023 Participant
We had networking opportunities with other college students in Athens and also got a chance to talk to locals wherever we went.
Maymester 2024 Participant
Met lots of cool students and locals.
Summer 2017 Participant
I thought Effie did an amazing job at planning the trip. There were rarely any deviations from the schedule she gave us at the beginning.
Summer 2017 Participant
Anna was incredible!!!! Highly recommend taking her on the whole trip. She was very welcoming and overly knowledgeable on everything. The UGA professors were incredible in organizing and maintaining the program throughout the whole trip!
Victoria Elizabeth Santini,
Summer 2017 Participant
Loved the staff. Effie poured her dedication and time into this program and it showed. Dr. Worthy was equally as great. I enjoyed my time with both of these professors.
Cassidy Carlese Long,
Maymester 2018 Participant
Effie and Genti did a great job organizing our trip, making sure we were safe, taken care of, and having fun. They were amazing!
Hollie Rose Mitchell,
Maymester 2018 Participant
Amazing job!!
Kameron Kamlesh Patel,
Maymester 2018 Participant
Effie and Genti did a great job of managing the program. For the most part, we always knew the schedule and what was going on, which made it easy to plan stuff for when we were on our own.
Maymester 2019 Participant
The directors were amazing. They were very helpful, organized, and the program was very well managed.
Kelli Diana Coats,
Maymester 2019 Participant
Effie and Genti are amazing! I would go on any trip they were in charge of.
Sarah Elizabeth Cowart,
Maymester 2019 Participant
The program directors were amazing. They were very organized and helpful.
Maymester 2019 Participant
Our program directors are the best ever! They really care about the students and have so much fun interacting along side us!
Hope Suzy Kersey,
Maymester 2019 Participant
Both of the program directors had great management of every aspect of the trip that we could really sit back and relax while learning and traveling.
Maymester 2019 Participant
The program was managed perfectly! It couldn't have been done any better.
Katherine Louise Wise,
Maymester 2019 Participant
Our program directors were amazing!
Maymester 2022 Participant
Effie and Genti are amazing and they did a fabulous job.
Maymester 2022 Participant
The staff did an incredible job showing us around Greece and ensuring that we were well prepared for everything. I left Greece knowing that I had the best experience and was shown everything in the best possible way.
Maymester 2023 Participant
Both professors could not have been more helpful or amazing!
Maymester 2023 Participant
Effie and Genti are amazing!!!
Maymester 2023 Participant
EFFIE AND GENTI ARE THE BEST
Maymester 2023 Participant
Program staff did an excellent job managing the program
Maymester 2024 Participant
awesome
Summer 2017 Participant
If anyone ever had a problem or concern, Effie did a great job with handling it.
Victoria Elizabeth Santini,
Summer 2017 Participant
We had a girl on our trip who was allergic to gluten and another girl was allergic to shellfish. At every meal and snack break, these ladies were always taken care of. Restaurants knew food allergies in advance and prepared accordingly. Personal needs and concerns were always acknowledged and controlled.
Ka Eun Jin,
Maymester 2018 Participant
Our program directors were the best and cared so much for each individual. They were constantly making sure that we were enjoying our time and that our needs were met.
Kameron Kamlesh Patel,
Maymester 2018 Participant
They did amazing. I honestly don't know how the program could be improved. The tour guide was amazing.
Hope Suzy Kersey,
Maymester 2019 Participant
Both of the program directors were attentive to every need of every student.
Maymester 2023 Participant
Effie, Genti, Katarina, and our tour guide in Thessaloniki (I forget his name, forgive me) were so well equipped for this trip. I felt comfortable asking any of them for things I needed.
Maymester 2023 Participant
Did a great job getting my baggage when it was lost by the airline.
Maymester 2024 Participant
I felt well taken care of.
Victoria Elizabeth Santini,
Summer 2017 Participant
Amazing value for the cost. Amazing. Completely worth it.
Ka Eun Jin,
Maymester 2018 Participant
I believe that with the FACS scholarship that I received, this program was worth every penny. I feel like we did and ate so much more than we paid for. I also think it's a great amount to attract more students to the program and not too intimidating of a cost.
Hollie Rose Mitchell,
Maymester 2018 Participant
I think this was an amazing trip and definitely worth everything spent on it!
Kameron Kamlesh Patel,
Maymester 2018 Participant
After seeing the hotels and the food, the cost is easily justified. Yes, the cost of the program itself is a little steep, but it was definitely worth it in my opinion.
Maymester 2019 Participant
Worth every penny!
Sarah Elizabeth Cowart,
Maymester 2019 Participant
The experience was well worth the cost. In my opinion, we got more than what we paid for.
Maymester 2019 Participant
It was so worth the cost!
Maymester 2023 Participant
Definitely worth it to me and my family.
Maymester 2023 Participant
Very good and I had a scholarship to help cover the costs.
Maymester 2024 Participant
I felt the trip was well worth.
Summer 2017 Participant
I didn't really know what to expect out of the trip, but I enjoyed most everything we did.
Summer 2017 Participant
Exceeded all expectations! Food, hotel and learning experiences all incredible.
Victoria Elizabeth Santini,
Summer 2017 Participant
This program exceeded my expectations. Greece was an absolute dream. Each excursion, meal, museum visit, and trip exceeded all preconceived notions I had.
Patricia Lee Froistad,
Maymester 2018 Participant
This program was everything I expected and more! IT was such a wonderful trip packed into a short amount of time and it definitely surpassed all expectations. I would highly recommend this trip!
Cassidy Carlese Long,
Maymester 2018 Participant
Going into the trip, I wasn't really sure what to expect out of it. I knew I had always wanted to visit Greece, and that I would receive class credit for this program, but that was about it. However, this trip was truly an amazing experience for me. A Maymester is the perfect amount of time for this study abroad program and I feel very satisfied with the amount of time I had in Greece. The food, culture, excursions, lectures, people, and housing were all way better than I thought they would be. I am so glad I chose to go on this study abroad program!
Hollie Rose Mitchell,
Maymester 2018 Participant
This program highly exceeded my expectations in every way!!
Kameron Kamlesh Patel,
Maymester 2018 Participant
Of course I wish we had more time in Santorini, but this was a study abroad, not a vacation. The program was great.
Maymester 2019 Participant
10/10! I would do it again!
Edith Clara Copeland,
Maymester 2019 Participant
This program was wonderful and truly educational- I loved our classes and all our excursions because they all related to what we are studying but gave us a new perspective through Greece.
Sarah Elizabeth Cowart,
Maymester 2019 Participant
The program far exceeded my expectations for the trip. They could not have planned a better study abroad program.
Maymester 2019 Participant
Even better than I could have expected!
Maymester 2019 Participant
The trip was so much better than anything I could have anticipated!
Maymester 2023 Participant
It was a great experience that I’ll remember for the rest of my life.
Maymester 2023 Participant
THe program was phenomenal. I learned a lot, but it definitely didn't feel like a school trip.
Maymester 2024 Participant
I had never been to Europe or on a study abroad before, so I didn't have many expectations, but this trip exceeded any expectations I had, and I would recommend this trip to everyone.
Maymester 2024 Participant
Awesome
Summer 2017 Participant
This was a great program. Everyone had so much fun and learned a lot!
Maymester 2018 Participant
The entire trip was incredible. The lectures were interesting and relevant, and the excursions provided a full view of the culture and history of Greece.
Courtney Marissa Cox,
Maymester 2018 Participant
I honestly and truly could not have enjoyed this Study Abroad any more. Effie and Genti were so wonderful to us and were the bets Directors. I enjoyed the places we saw and the museums we visited. Our lectures and lecturers were great as well.
Hollie Rose Mitchell,
Maymester 2018 Participant
The program directors were amazing and I knew we were in great hands the entire time. They were so helpful and treated us like their own children!
Kameron Kamlesh Patel,
Maymester 2018 Participant
Great program.
Edith Clara Copeland,
Maymester 2019 Participant
Effie and Genti were so kind and fun to be around they truly made us feel at home and welcome- they are the best!!!!
Maymester 2019 Participant
This trip overall was amazing, the country of Greece was incredible, and our program directors couldn't have been better! I loved it all.
Maymester 2023 Participant
This trip was an incredible experience.
Maymester 2023 Participant
I cannot speak highly enough of our professors and tour guides. What a once in a lifetime trip
Maymester 2023 Participant
The trip overall was great. I think that all the lectures really added to my knowledge of Greece, and the lecturers were knowledgeable and interesting. The museum visits were great, and I really appreciated all the work that Katerina did for us.
Maymester 2023 Participant
The program was great the material was interesting and the activities were engaging
Maymester 2023 Participant
The study abroad experience in Greece was overall better than I could have imagined. Although I was with a group of students, I also felt like a traveler when we had free time and it was nice to be able to have those moments.
Maymester 2023 Participant
The trip was very well priced and the professors’ were great!
Maymester 2024 Participant
Professors did a great job with this trip
Courtney Marissa Cox,
Maymester 2018 Participant
I would give students on this trip a little bit more time in Santorini and a scheduled trip to Oia. This place was incredible and I would have loved for our entire group to go together. Overall, this trip was life-changing for me and I would recommend this trip to anyone!
Patricia Lee Froistad,
Maymester 2018 Participant
For future participants, I would highly recommend traveling before or after the trip because due to the fact that the trip is only 10 days long, there is not a significant amount of free time.
Maymester 2019 Participant
This program was very well managed and organized. Everything was planned, thought-out, and ready for us. It was a great trip, and I would highly recommend to anyone considering.
Sarah Elizabeth Cowart,
Maymester 2019 Participant
Don't be afraid to try the food. Some of it may seem weird or just be totally different from anything in the U.S., but it is worth it to try new things. Everything was so good and even picky eaters liked most of the food we had.
Maymester 2019 Participant
Do this study abroad! I found it to be the perfect amount of time abroad and learned so much about being in another culture. Greece is amazing and I loved every bit of the trip in Athens, Santorini, and Thessaloniki.
Rashawn K Merchant,
Maymester 2019 Participant
Go into the trip with an open mind and seize every opportunity to try something new.
Maymester 2019 Participant
I honestly wouldn't change anything.
Katherine Louise Wise,
Maymester 2019 Participant
Be open to all of the experiences and be willing to try new things! Trust me, it will be so worth it!
Maymester 2022 Participant
This was truly the most memorable experience. If you are debating going or not, definitely go because I am so grateful I did. It was not even my major, but the experience was so beneficial for life lessons.
Maymester 2023 Participant
Have an open mind and try everything at least once.
Maymester 2023 Participant
For future participants, sign up. It is a great way to see a part of Europe and learn more about the history and society of Greece. And try some of the white wine while you are there.
Maymester 2023 Participant
One recommendation I would make for this program is to learn a few Greek greetings before you travel. Whether that’s a greeting like Kalimera (Good Morning), or Efharisto (Thank You), they can help you to do anything in the country and the locals appreciate them. I also would recommend taking as few flights as possible. This way, it’s less likely that the airline will lose your baggage, and can make for a shorter trip. I would also suggest sleeping a lot beforehand and afterward as the days on the trip are very full and you don’t have much time for sleep so make sure to rest up beforehand. I would also suggest eating less leading up to the trip as many of the meals are very large and you’ll get enough food for a week in one day. Make sure to also bring lots of sunscreen and swimming outfits because there’s a lot of time spent out at the pool and in the sun. Finally, take lots of pictures and enjoy the friends you’ll meet because you’ll meet a lot of very cool people and you’ll get very few opportunities like this one through the course of college.
Maymester 2023 Participant
Just do it.
Maymester 2024 Participant
Go in with an open mind!
Summer 2017 Participant
The Greek Economic Crisis is fascinating to learn about, and you really get to experience everything you are learning.
Summer 2017 Participant
This was a wonderful experience that provided first hand knowledge into the Greek economy and culture.
Summer 2017 Participant
Greece study abroad was a once in a life time experience that words and pictures will never describe!
Summer 2017 Participant
Overall, amazing experience that I wish I could do all over again!
Emily Marie Reynolds,
Summer 2017 Participant
This program is more than just another study abroad program; its having the opportunity to visit three differently unique cities in one of the most beautiful places in the world while becoming immersed in the lively and fast paced culture. The cultural visits, museums and lectures give you a insight into the amazing history that the Greek people pride themselves on. Having the opportunity to hear first hand, from Greek professors and academics, how the financial crisis effected them personally as well as their country, was incredible. I never thought that in two short weeks, I would learn and experience so much while falling in love with a country and its culture as much as I did on this trip. This is a trip that I will never forget and I am so grateful I had the opportunity to attend. I encourage anyone, even remotely interested, to go because you won't find a trip as unique and authentic as this one.
Victoria Elizabeth Santini,
Summer 2017 Participant
This program exceeded my expectations. Greece was an absolute dream. Each excursion, meal, museum visit, and trip exceeded my expectations. If you can, take this study tour opportunity!
Maymester 2018 Participant
It's the same sun here as they have over there, but there's just something about the Santorini sunset that truly took my breath away.
Courtney Marissa Cox,
Maymester 2018 Participant
This study abroad experience opened my eyes and mind to the beauty of Greece's country and culture. I am forever grateful for this incredible program!
Anna Elizabeth Eisenbeis,
Maymester 2018 Participant
This was one of the best trips I have ever been on. I alway hear people saying how their one regret about college was not studying abroad. If you sign up for this program you will not regret it. I also made so many best friends in such a short amount of time.
Ka Eun Jin,
Maymester 2018 Participant
The FACS Study Abroad to Greece was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Not only did we have the opportunity to learn in a different country, we were immersed right in the middle of the culture and got to see so many different sights and beauties of Greece. Every activity that we did exceeded my expectations. This program is only 12 days long, but I learned so much more than I thought I would through all of the tours and activities we partook in every single day. The program directors are the absolute best, and I couldn't have asked for anyone better to lead the trip.
Cassidy Carlese Long,
Maymester 2018 Participant
I am so glad I decided to go on this trip. I believe that in comparison to its price, this program is well worth it! The people, culture, and food I experienced while on this trip were amazing. I made many great friends, ate delicious food, toured historical sites and cities, and learned more than I ever thought I would have. If you have the chance to go on this trip, do it!
Hollie Rose Mitchell,
Maymester 2018 Participant
This study abroad was one of the best decisions I have ever made! From the history-rich Athens to the beautiful Santorini, I was in awe the entire trip. I cannot believe I had such an amazing opportunity to learn and see so much in and outside of the classroom in less than two weeks. I would go again in a heartbeat!
Kameron Kamlesh Patel,
Maymester 2018 Participant
"Opa".
Maymester 2019 Participant
"Travel makes one modest. You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world." -Gustav Flaubert
"Better to see something once than hear about it a thousand times"
"Better to see something once than hear about it a thousand times"
Kelli Diana Coats,
Maymester 2019 Participant
I had pretty high expectations for this trip and they were exceeded! Effie and Genti went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time, were able to learn in an appropriate environment, and always felt safe! I would go back in a heart beat if I could.
Edith Clara Copeland,
Maymester 2019 Participant
This trip allowed me study my passion but in a new environment that I really enjoyed- the faculty, locations, and learning were exceptional and I would recommend it to everyone!
Sarah Elizabeth Cowart,
Maymester 2019 Participant
The experience I had in Greece through this program far exceeded my expectations. The food, people, and culture was amazing and worth every penny. I wouldn't trade this experience for anything, and I would do it all over again if I could!
Maymester 2019 Participant
It really doesn't get much better than experiencing another Athens.
Hope Suzy Kersey,
Maymester 2019 Participant
This study abroad was incredibly unique due to the program directors being from Greece. Throughout the trip you are imersed in the Greek history, culture, and food! This trip is worth every penny!
Maymester 2019 Participant
This was the best time of my life!
Rashawn K Merchant,
Maymester 2019 Participant
This is definitely a trip that I would highly recommend to anyone. The academic aspect was really beneficial and my time in Greece is something I'll never forget.
Maymester 2019 Participant
This was the best study abroad for anyone who has a busy summer, but wants to have a shorter study abroad. Everyone still got so close on the trip, I feel like a learned so much in the time we were there, and we did everything you could want to do in Athens, Santorini, and Thessaloniki! The Professors are the best too!
Maymester 2019 Participant
The study away trip to Greece was hands down the best experience of my life thus far. We got to visit three beautiful cities and learn so much bout the history and culture in short amount of time. This trip created memories and friendships that will last a lifetime!
Katherine Louise Wise,
Maymester 2019 Participant
This trip was absolutely amazing! The time we had in Greece was unforgettable and the memories we made will stay with me forever!
Maymester 2022 Participant
The activities, lectures, and culture you experience during this program, exceed all of the expectations.
Maymester 2022 Participant
The Greece Study Abroad was the perfect balance to learn and understand Greek culture. I have come out of this experience with more of an open mind and drive to learn more about the world.
Maymester 2022 Participant
"Once in a lifetime experience, taught by the absolute best professors. This has to be the best study abroad at UGA "
Maymester 2022 Participant
This study abroad was one of my most memorable experiences at UGA.
Maymester 2022 Participant
"This program is the perfect study abroad for anyone who can't commit to a whole semester or summer! Greece is an amazing country and you will build so many good friendships and learn so much from the professors and lecturers. The program coordinators Effie and Dr. Genti are fabulous and gave me the experience of a lifetime!"
Maymester 2022 Participant
The Greece Maymester exceeded my expectations in so many ways. I could have never imagined the memories and experiences that would come from this trip. The professors and other students I met will forever leave a mark on my time at UGA.
Maymester 2023 Participant
Trip of a lifetime, to say the least!
Maymester 2023 Participant
Go to Greece!!! Immerse yourself in rich history and STUNNING sites. Truly a once-in-a-lifetime college experience.
Maymester 2023 Participant
Study abroad at the beautiful island of Santorini? Who would’ve thought!
Maymester 2023 Participant
I made some lifelong friends that I probably would have never met without this trip.
Maymester 2023 Participant
This was a once in a lifetime trip. I made new friends, learned about different cultures, and got to experience some of my favorite professors outside of the classroom.
Maymester 2023 Participant
"The highlight of my college experience."
Maymester 2023 Participant
"Studying abroad in Greece was a great experience that I will never forget. I loved getting to experience another culture with new friends."
Maymester 2023 Participant
“3 cities, 3 weeks, 3 great meals a day!”
Maymester 2023 Participant
I definitely recommend this program to anyone who wants to learn more about Greek culture. The food was amazing and the course was interesting.
Maymester 2023 Participant
“This program allowed to do things I never thought I would get the opportunity to do and I was privileged to get to immerse myself in the Greek culture”
Maymester 2023 Participant
There are worlds out there waiting for you to discover them
Maymester 2023 Participant
Sunset cruise was amazing.
Maymester 2023 Participant
An unforgettable experience!
Maymester 2023 Participant
Study abroad in Greece! An unforgettable journey that expands horizons, embraces culture, and shapes futures.
Maymester 2023 Participant
The most valuable experience in my eduational years. I would do it all over again. I learned so much and got expeience I would have never gotten outside of this program.
Maymester 2023 Participant
Greece, where history and paradise become reality. Be a tourist on the island of Santorini, and see what the life of a local is like in the city of Athens of Thessaloniki. This is an invaluable program that allows you to immerse yourself in a new place and learn through experience.
Maymester 2024 Participant
The study abroad in Greece is definitely life changing as you get to immerse in Greek culture, try different foods, explore bucket list sites, and make friends of a lifetime.
Maymester 2024 Participant
Expand your horizons, embrace the culture, and look at Greece's beauty.
Maymester 2024 Participant
Deciding to do this program is probably the best decision I have made in college. I had an amazing time and made so many friends. If you’re thinking about it, do it.
Maymester 2024 Participant
Going to Greece was a wonderful experience. I not only imersssed myself into Greek culture, but also learned so much and bonded with the other people in by program.
Maymester 2024 Participant
"Greece - ancient and modern." "Try new foods, see amazing places, make new friends!"
Maymester 2024 Participant
A moment I will never forget. I met so many new people, tried new food and explored a new part of the
Maymester 2024 Participant
This trip has the most gorgeous views, amazing food, and the best group of people and professors!