Modern Greek Studies invites all LMU students to join the Odyssey Program. Spend 4 weeks in Greece, studying and exploring the land and culture that is the cornerstone of Western civilization and the nest of contemporary European and global developments.
The Odyssey Program begins in Athens where students visit the Acropolis, museums of ancient and modern art, attend performances, and walk around the city in order to experience the modern life of one of the most vibrant European capitals.
The Odyssey trip continues with a week-long cultural tour around Greece where students visit sites of cultural and historical significance such as Olympia, Sparta, Delphi, Epidavros, Nafplio, Mistras, Monemvasia, and Meteora. See our story map.
The program then takes residence for 3 weeks on the Aegean island of Spetses, famous for its revolutionary war history, distinctive architecture, stately historic mansions, and beautiful beaches.
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The 2024 Odyssey Program will take place May 24 - June 21, 2024. View the Odyssey 2025 flyer.
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Make a selection from below to view course descriptions for past Odyssey offerings:
- Odyssey Program 2025
- Odyssey Program 2024
- Odyssey Program 2023
- Odyssey Program 2022
- Odyssey Program 2020-21 cancelled due to Covid-19
- Odyssey Program 2019
- Odyssey Program 2018
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Applications to the Odyssey Program are submitted through the Study Abroad Office.
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For scholarship information, please view our Scholarships & Awards page, or email Modern Greek Studies.
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Check out some amazing student photos from past Odyssey Program trips on our Instagram account.
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Read through some of our student testimonials below:
"The Odyssey experience is unmatched; especially for those who seek adventure, friendship, and beautiful sights. Greece is beautiful, unique, and authentic in so many ways; the only way to truly know about Greece is to experience it first-hand. I would highly recommend any undergrad to consider this program for its thoughtful structure, caring advisors, and beautiful location."
--Julia Rowe '24
"My time on the Odyssey Program has been incredibly impactful and informative, it was the perfect mixture of experiential learning and classroom learning. This program is a great opportunity with a lot of fun activities and informative tours. It has been such a highlight for me and I recommend it to anyone who is able to come on it!"--Mia Gresh '26
"The program is a great opportunity to dive into Greek culture and interesting topics related to Greek history and philosophy. The course is fast-paced, demanding your full attention and dedication, but the experience is fire. I highly recommend it to anyone interested!"
--Alexander Henderson '25
"I made the most amazing lifelong friends and got to immerse myself in the island of Spetses as well as Athens. What truly made this trip amazing was the balance between structured activities and free time. This study abroad experience was absolutely perfect and more than I ever could have asked for."
--Isabelle Geohegan '25
"Make no mistake, the LMU Odyssey Program is challenging, rigorous, and intensive; but if you put in the work, it will reward your efforts thousandfold. The sights are breathtaking, the class content is insightful, and there’s a good chance the students you meet along the way will become some of your closest friends in college. It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in a completely different culture and reflect on your life in the States."
--Severin Wessel '25
"The Odyssey Program in Greece is a fantastic LMU opportunity. You will absolutely love your time there. Visiting ancient Greek sites throughout the program’s first week was unbelievable. The community at Spetses’ school was warm and nice. I took two insightful courses and still had plenty of time to explore the town, relax at the beach, enjoy authentic Greek food, and meet friendly and inspiring locals. I highly recommend applying to the LMU Odyssey Program!
--Eleanna Defterios '26
"The LMU Odyssey Study Abroad Program in Greece was exceptional! Seeing all the rich history and monuments created an understanding of what Greece is. The remaining three weeks spent on the island of Spetses forced me to dive into modern Greek culture and society. This is a program I recommend every time. It is a once-in-a-lifetime experience I am happy to have."--Nathan Martinez '23
"If you enjoy adventure and learning about Greek history, this trip is for you. As someone who had never been to Greece, I was allowed to learn about Greek history and culture and stay on a beautiful island. I recommend this trip to anyone wanting to learn more about Greece."
--Claire Houser '23
A Day in the Life - Odyssey '23
A snapshot of Chaiya Jeffries’ day in Spetses as part of the Odyssey Program at LMU. Credit to Chaiya Jeffries and Ryan Sadigh (Odyssey ’23).