ACG Annual Fund

"The American College of Greece is only for privileged students."

The notion that The American College of Greece (ACG) caters exclusively to privileged students is far from reality. Thanks to people like you, more than half of the students enrolled at ACG receive financial support.
Meet the protagonists of the Annual Fund 2024. The financial assistance provided by generous donors to ACG has enabled them to now study at Pierce, Deree, and Alba, receiving a high-quality education that promises a brighter future.

The American College of Greece allocates over $8 million annually to allow talented students with financial difficulties to continue their studies. This significant investment opens the college’s doors to young people with exceptional potential and ensures that financial hardship does not stand in the way of making their dreams a reality.

To achieve this, The American College of Greece needs your support and relies on you. Your donation, regardless of its size, has the power to deeply impact the lives of young people. Together, let us overcome barriers and make education an achievable dream for all.

Your support becomes a legacy, empowering the lives and futures of countless young people.

Student testimonials:

Nancy Seidi, Pierce Student, Scholarship Recipient

“The truth is that I come from a family that has sacrificed everything for me to follow my dreams. Because as crazy as these dreams might have been, I was never told that they were impossible. So, when I told my parents that I was truly miserable in my last school and that I felt emotionally and mentally repressed, they did not hesitate to allow me to try out for a scholarship for Pierce Lyceum. It was my dream to be a student here… Turns out dreams do come true…

Needless to say, that when my parents received the long-awaited email of my acceptance, alongside with my scholarship qualification, I cried, a lot.”

Foivos Adarakis, Deree Student, Scholarship Recipient

“Only a few months before the panhellenic exams, I lost my father, which was a devastating blow to both me and my family, but I knew I had to keep going. The financial difficulties in my family endured after my father's passing led me to seek employment, so I went out into the world working at different jobs.

I believe The American College of Greece provides me with the perfect tools and guidance that I need to continue my journey, fulfill my dreams, and make a difference.”

Eleni Patsioti, ALBA, Seanergy Scholar

“Nearing to the end of my studies in ALBA I am thinking that this master’s degree was the best choice for a future career in Shipping and I am really grateful for being honored with a full scholarship and being supported by an important Shipping company in Greece. My goal is to continue trying and working hard, in order to be established in Shipping.”

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ACG is a nonprofit institution that has thrived for 150 years through the generosity of donors who believe in educational excellence and ACG’s capacity to bring about positive change in Greece and globally.

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FAQs

The American College of Greece (ACG) is a non-profit educational institution that does not receive government funding. Tuition fees are used to support the operation of the institution and the development and implementation of its programs. Your donation ensures immediate assistance to talented students with strong academic performance who face financial challenges.

More than 50% of ACG students received financial support totaling $8 million in 2022-2023. Your support helps us continue our mission and provide access to quality education to hundreds of students every year.

Donations start at $25/€20 and above. Every contribution is significant in supporting more students.

Yes! Post the #ACGAnnualFund2024 hashtag on your social media page after making a gift to help us spread the word about our campaign. If you are an Alumnus/a and want to become more involved, you can contact us at alumni@acg.edu.

Yes, it is if you are donating from the U.S. The American College of Greece is a U.S. 501c3 nonprofit educational institution. Gifts to The American College of Greece are deductible as charitable donations to the extent allowed by U.S. law.

The ACG was founded in 1875 and is the oldest and largest non-profit educational institution in Europe. It provides education to over 7,900 students, offering programs that combine liberal education with professional interests.

The Annual Fund is the yearly financial support we gather from donors to provide scholarships and assistance to students facing financial difficulties.

Many companies offer Matching Gift programs, doubling or even tripling your donation. Contact your company's Human Resources department for more information.

Many alumni choose to make a larger gift to ACG to establish a scholarship fund named in honor of a special person or family. Endowed Scholarship Funds provide student scholarships in perpetuity and can be established with a gift of $250,000 or more made over time. Expendable Scholarship Funds are established with an outright gift of $20,000 or more and provide immediate financial assistance to students. To discuss named scholarship fund options, please contact the ACG Advancement Office at development@acg.edu or in Greece at +30 210 600 9800, ext. 1239, 1308, 1035 or in the U.S. at (617) 386-3564.