Greek Panhellenic Exams 2026: Top Scorers Reach Record Scores
The 2026 Panhellenic examinations saw numerous Greek high‑school students obtain exceptionally high marks, many surpassing the 19,000‑point threshold. The highest individual result reported was 19,800 points earned by Ionia Papakosta of Larissa, who said, «Περίμενα να γράψω καλά, αλλά όχι τόσο καλά». Other notable achievers included Maria‑Michaela Chaïreti of Rhodes with 19,710 points, and twins Giannis and Anna Papaiokonomou of Rhodes who scored 19,373 and 19,310 points respectively. In Thessaloniki, Nikitas Mantziaris led his school with 19,740 points, while several classmates also broke 19,000. Across the country, students from Patras, Thessaloniki, and other regions highlighted the importance of systematic, multi‑year study, support from families and teachers, and balanced personal time. Their statements emphasized that disciplined preparation combined with occasional breaks, such as outings on Saturdays, contributed to their success and opened pathways to university programs in medicine, engineering, law, and computer science.