Studying At Alba

International Students

Alba hosts a number of international students every Academic year.

International Scholarships

At Alba Graduate Business School, we aim to attract the best international candidates, regardless of their ability to finance their education.

International students are eligible to partial scholarships up to 20% on tuition fees depending on the application excellence and the quality characteristics of the candidate. If the applicant provides a GMAT-focus edition score more than 645, then the scholarship on tuition fees will be 40%.

We can pre-approve your scholarship before you apply for enrollment to an Alba program.

Moreover, we offer scholarships to international candidates who have demonstrated a strong academic performance and/or an excellent professional track record. Some of them, run with collaboration with distinguished organizations and are addressed to candidates from specific geographical regions, or for specific MBA or MSc programs:

Study in Athens / Greece

Choosing Greece as your studies’ destination mean you are ready to step in the very birthplace of academia (or, in Ancient Greek, Akadēmía). Greece is Mediterranean country, widely recognized as the intellectual wellspring to which modern Western culture owes many of its linguistic, philosophical, cultural, legal, social and ethical beliefs and systems. There is no better place in the world to explore the transition that shaped modern history and concepts like individualism, freedom, democracy and government.

Life in Greece

Greece is unique for a variety of different reasons, whether you are talking about the unequaled amount of history, the Greek language, the way of living or the local food! A warm, safe and welcoming country with an outward-looking mentality and a high level of English spoken, particularly in the cities, it’s an attractive destination for those seeking a sunny and inspiring place in which to study.

Athens

Athens is the capital, largest city of Greece and one of the world's oldest cities, with its recorded history. Thus is the perfect example of the coming together of the Ancient world and today’s modern society. You cannot walk the streets of Athens without continually being reminded of the incredible history that has taken place on those exact streets.

The Greek capital buzzes away as one of the busiest cities in Europe Its wider metropolitan area is home to some 3.75 million people and it dominates the Attica region. Athens, after the 2004 Olympic Games holding, has been transformed into an easy- to-live –in city with a modern infrastructure network. In recent years is has also enjoyed a new wave of stylish shops, restaurants and hotels. All of this create an exciting and eclectic student experience, from historic sites to modern bars, and vibrant nightlife to leisurely coffees.

Useful Links

www.visitgreece.gr

www.studyingreece.edu.gr

Accomodation & Living Expenses

Alba provides fully furnished, single or shared, apartments (with en-suite kitchen and bathroom) in walking distance from the School's campus.

Accommodation is not included in the tuition fees however international students are eligible for discounted fixed rates per month including all bills. Depending on availability, accommodation is provided to incoming exchange students as well.

Monthly living cost for studying in Athens depends on students’ life style. A rough estimation of average living cost in Athens is approximately 300-400 Euros per month (excluding accommodation).

For more information on accommodation costs and availability, please contact the Alba International Student Services Office at [email protected].

Information for student’s visa & residence permit

For non-EU member candidates, a Student National Type D Visa (Category H.5) is required.

Once registration is completed, the International Student Services Office (ISS) will contact students directly to begin the visa procedure. Before the student visa expires, the ISS Office provides full guidance and assistance in issuing a twelve-month student residence permit for Greece. Alba covers both the residence permit commission fee and all legal expenses, including lawyer representation, for submitting the necessary documents on behalf of students at the Immigration Regional Office in Athens.