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National Technical University of Athens

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The National Technical University of Athens is structured according to the continental European system for training engineers, with an emphasis on solid background. The duration of courses leading, after the acquisition of 300 credit units to a Diploma, of Master’s level, is five years.
  • #321 Ranking
  • 49 Scholarships
  • Public Institution Type

History

NTUA was established by Royal Decree in 1837, a few years after Greece gained its independence. It was then named the "Royal School of Arts", a part-time vocational school (Sundays and Holidays only) with the purpose of training craftsmen, builders and master craftsmen.

Education

The educational curriculum at NTUA is divided into independent academic semesters, each one equivalent to 30 credit units. The courses taught in the different Schools last one semester. Studies in all Schools last ten (five fall and five spring) semesters. The tenth semester is devoted to the Diploma Thesis. Each semester covers in average 30 credit units and lasts 18 weeks; 13 weeks are devoted exclusively to teaching, 2 for the Christmas or Easter break, and the last 3 of each semester for final examinations in that semester’s courses. In the fall semester, the week after the final exams is given over to vacations or special educational purposes.

Research

NTUA’s equal and interrelated priorities are education and scientific research. The research programmes that are undertaken at the Institution are subject to established academic standards and are funded by NTUA’s own resources, by the General Secretariat for Research and Technology (GSRT) and other public bodies, by the European Union or by private sector companies in Greece and other countries.

In exchange for the services and facilities provided (which include premises, equipment and infrastructure), NTUA withholds approximately 15% of the research programmes budget and By decision of the Senate, these amounts.

Career

NTUA holds a prominent place in the international academic community as a distinguished state university which promotes science and technology. This place is also due to the postgraduate degrees which it awards. They are of a high standard and enjoy international prestige.The main aims of the NTUA’s postgraduate studies are to maintain and strengthen quality, to enhance international recognition of the degrees granted and to pursue cohesion between education, research advancement and scientific depth.

National Technical University of Athens Scholarships

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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
The Smooth Movers Scholarships
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The Smooth Movers
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
ServiceScape Scholarship
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ServiceScape
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2025
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
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Headway
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
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Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
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The Fountainhead Essay Contest
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Ayn Rand Institute
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Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
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Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
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Ayn Rand Institute
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
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Pinsky Law
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
25 Aug 2025
Women Scholarship for International Students
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educations.com
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Coupons Plus Deals “Save for Future” Scholarship
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Coupons Plus Deals
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
Essay Writing Contest from EduLegit
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Edulegit
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
17 Sep 2025
Annual Students' Scholarship
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StudyCorgi
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2025
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
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IvyPanda
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
09 Jul 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
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Salvado Law
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
02 Jul 2025
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
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Diamant Gerstein
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Independent provider
Grant
750 USD
Deadline
15 Jun 2026
Studybay Fall Essay Contest
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Studybay
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
L. Austin Weeks Undergraduate Grant
Merit-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
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Anonymous Hope Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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University Ranking

QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2025
321 26
2024
347 75
2023
422
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World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2025
801 -200
2024
601 200
2023
801
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2024
801
2023
801
2022
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ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2025
-
2024
508 -67
2023
441
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world.

Student services

  • Libraries
  • NTUA Press
  • Network Management Center
  • Computer Center
  • Lavrio Technological Cultural Park
  • IT Services

Library services

NTUA is currently estimated to have a total number of 200.000 volumes of books coming from purchases, donations and research projects, and over 80.000 volumes of scientific reviews. Books and reviews are available either from the Central Library of the Institution or from the Libraries of the Faculties, the Departments and the Labs

ICT services

Since 1995, the Network Operations Center provides an advanced communication, computer and digital telephony networking centre that operates at the NTUA, which constitutes a model for academic networks internationally. It is runned by a high-level scientific and technical unit. 

Medical services

All students are entitled to free healthcare. It can be obtained with a student health book issued at the Zografou Health Centre on presentation of an identity card, student ID card, photographs and a sworn statement.

Campus life

The campus features:

  • Libraries
  • NTUA Press
  • Restaurants
  • Canteens
  • Physical education and sports centers
  • Bycicle paths
  • Health Centers

Sports facilities

The Sports Centre has two gyms: one on Patission Street (on the 5th floor of the Bouboulina Building) and one on the Zografou Campus (near the student flats). Students who belong to sporting associations may join the university teams and take part in inter-university matches. Other students may use the sports facilities of NTUA and other facilities such as the Municipality of Athens swimming pool, the tennis courts in the same area, yacht clubs etc.

Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2023

GSSA 2023

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Student Reviews

Mixed feelings, but that's the reality
Provided by ESN rated 4 out of 5 stars

I like that on each semester there is a variety of courses that you have the opportunity to chose from. This way, you get to try a bunch of different stuff, expand your knowledge and finding out what suits you best. One frustrating thing is that the professors usually have high expectations without helping you much. That means that it takes a lot of personal effort to...

One of the top engineering universities in Greece.
Provided by ESN rated 5 out of 5 stars

A very "alive" institution with high quality professors and training. It focus more on the theoritical side of the engineering subjects than technical training.

Pros and cons of NTUA
Provided by ESN rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very good level of knowledge and professors willing to teach you, however there is lack of modern educational methods, too much load of work without learning any specific skills

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