The National Hellenic Society opened their applications for all Summer 2026 Heritage Greece® Programs, offering Greek-American/Canadian college students a two-week, immersive journey into Hellenic history, culture, and identity. Students can apply to any/all of the 3 program options (but only attend one) in June or July in Athens (ACG or CYA) or Thessaloniki (ACT), each blending language lessons, cultural workshops, historic site visits, and meaningful connections with Greek peers. The National Hellenic Society covers tuition, housing, meals, transportation in Greece, and all program costs leaving students to only cover airfare and personal expenses.

Find program dates, application deadlines, and some sample itineraries for all three programs HERE.

This year, NHS is sponsoring 100 students to discover their Greek heritage. More than 900 alumni have taken part in this life-changing program, often calling it transformative for both their personal and professional growth.

Criteria for Eligibility (for all programs):

• 18-26 years old and enrolled as an undergraduate/graduate student with a 3.0+ GPA
• A US/Canadian citizen of Hellenic descent*
• Preferably (not mandatory) visiting Greece for the first time

*Hellenic descent is defined as having one or more parents, grandparents, or great grandparents born in Greece or Cyprus. Please note that siblings or first cousins of past and/or current participants, who meet the program’s eligibility criteria, may be considered but they must reimburse NHS for all expenses related to participation in the Heritage Greece® Program.

Find all Heritage Greece® Info & Applications HERE