The University of Crete has successfully completed the evaluation of its Internal Quality Assurance System by a panel of external experts appointed by the Hellenic Authority for Higher Education (ETHAAE).

According to the certification report, the University received the highest distinction, “Excellent” (full compliance), in all seven (7) quality assurance principles of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA), as well as in the overall institutional assessment. The certification is valid for five (5) years, from February 9, 2026, through February 8, 2031.

This distinction affirms the University of Crete’s excellence in education, research, and institutional governance, and serves as a strong incentive for continuous improvement and the advancement of meaningful initiatives that benefit both the academic community and society at large.

The University of Crete expresses its great satisfaction with this significant achievement and remains firmly committed to advancing its mission of excellence.