MEADS is hosted by an institution whose academic profile, location, and facilities align closely with the needs of a new generation of graduate students. The programme is designed for students who want to combine economic reasoning with data-science tools, artificial intelligence, econometrics, and applied policy analysis. The University of Macedonia provides the right environment for this ambition.

Students benefit from:

• Academic strength in economics, applied informatics and applied social sciences. The University has a long tradition in economics, business, social sciences, public policy, and information-related fields.
• A modern and quality-oriented institutional culture. The University places strong emphasis on quality, innovation, openness, teaching, research, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent facilities and support services. Students have access to a modern library, digital services, e-learning platforms, career support, student services, and institutional support structures.
• A central Thessaloniki location. The University is located in one of Greece’s most dynamic student cities, offering a lively academic, cultural, and social environment.
• International orientation. MEADS is part of a broader international academic pathway connected with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, giving students access to a transatlantic graduate ecosystem.