The University

SIASOS

 

The University of Athens, the largest university in Greece, holds a distinguished place in Greek history, as it is the first university to be established in Southeastern Europe, founded in 1837. It is universally acknowledged as one of the world’s leading educational institutions, owing to its long-standing contribution to education, research, and innovation.

Over the two centuries since its establishment, the University has guided and shaped the modern educational system of Greece. By advancing knowledge and providing higher and specialised education, the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens has also contributed decisively to the development and progress of our nation, as well as to the global academic and scientific community.

With a strong commitment to the future, the University of Athens continues to serve as a fundamental pillar of Greece’s academic, scientific, and cultural development, faithfully fulfilling its mission in the service of knowledge and society.

In 2026, the University of Athens stands at the forefront of the international academic landscape, reflecting the strong commitment of its members to progress, growth, and excellence. New horizons are opening through numerous international collaborations and joint programmes that connect the University with some of the world’s most renowned institutions of higher education.

Investment in excellence in education, innovative research, and sustained international outreach, further strengthens the global presence and influence of our University, which continues its upward trajectory and is now ranked among the top 200 universities worldwide.

The previous year marked another historic milestone for the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens with the commencement of operations of its Branch in Cyprus. This development extends the University’s reach beyond Greece’s borders, strengthens our ties with the Cypriot academic community, and creates new opportunities for education, research, and international cooperation.

Today, the University of Athens continues to rank among the leading institutions in international evaluation lists and remains the largest academic institution in Southeastern Europe, enjoying internationally renowned prestige.

This recognition is the result of the collaboration, integrity, and dedication of all members of our extended university community.

With diligence and determination, all members of the University will continue to pursue our goals and to honour the history and mission of the University.

 

Gerasimos Siasos

Rector of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

Professor of Cardiology

 

 

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University of Athens

The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, which was inaugurated on May 3, 1837, was initially housed in a renovated Ottoman building on the northeastern side of the Acropolis. This building has since been restored and now functions as the University Museum. Originally named the "Othonian University," after Otto, the first king of Greece, it consisted of four academic departments and 52 students. As the first university of the newly established Greek state, as well as of the broader Balkan and Mediterranean region, it assumed an important socio-historical role, which was pivotal in the development of specific forms of knowledge and culture within the country.

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