College Year in Athens Summer Program
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International Study Award (ISA)
Summer 2026
The ISA provides a stipend for a credit-bearing summer study abroad experience for eligible undergraduates receiving a Yale scholarship. You must apply to Yale Study Abroad and be approved for a Yale Summer Session Programs Abroad or Non-Yale Summer Abroad program. Yale Study Abroad does not administer the ISA. For all ISA-related details, including how to request funding, when it gets disbursed, how much funding you can expect, and more, visit the ISA website.
Summer 2027
Changes are coming in 2027. Review information about Summer 2027, as it may impact your planning. Attend an information session to learn more.
Program Information
Location
Athens, Greece
Term
Summer
Language
English
Minimum Language Requirement
None
Areas of Focus
Cultural & Regional Studies, History & Philosophy, Natural & Environmental Sciences, Politics, Society & Economics
Structure
Study Center
Description
Summer is an exceptional time to study in Greece with a choice of unique CYA courses tailored to combine academics with authentic experiences, taking advantage of the sun, the sea and the vibrant summer culture from Athens to the surrounding islands. Explore our country's rich history, get involved in archaeological excavations and delve into the anthropology of food in Greece, and so much more, this summer at CYA.
Credit note
CYA offers two summer sessions. You may choose to attend one or both of these back-to-back sessions. Each session is eligible for 1 Yale transfer credit. CYA does not provide housing between the two sessions.
Two-Part Application Process
Applying to a Year or Term Abroad or a Non-Yale Summer Abroad study abroad program is a two-part process. These are separate application processes with individual deadlines and can be done simultaneously.
- You must apply to your intended program for admission by applying online from the program’s website. Select the Program Website button below to be directed to more information.
- You must apply to Yale Study Abroad for approval to study abroad and the ability to transfer the credit back to your Yale degree. The designated list of programs on our website does not constitute pre-approval or automatic approval from Yale. You must apply to our office by the relevant deadline in order to be approved. Select the Apply to Yale Study Abroad button below to be directed to more information.