Harokopio University of Athens is a state University located near the historic center of Athens. It was founded by the national benefactor Panagis Harokopos in 1919, while operating in its current legal form since 1990. The main campus is located in a 2 hectares estate endowed by the founder in Kallithea, Athens. It is dedicated in improving the Quality of Life embracing the vision of its founder. Disciplines related to health science, technology, environment, sustainable development and their impact to society are nourished throughout its departments: "Economics and Sustainable Development", "Nutrition and Dietetics" "Geography" and "Informatics and Telematics". In conjunction with public funding, it continues the tradition in mobilizing private funding through “Harokopos Foundation” and all its research and development activities, accumulating additional resources exceeding state funding.

The University's mission statement is: (a) the provision of high quality higher education and the promotion of science through the unity of studies and research. (b) the production and transmission of knowledge and innovation through research and teaching. (c) the contribution to the formation of responsible citizens who contribute to society and the country with scientific and professional competence, responsibility and respect for the values of justice, freedom, democracy and social solidarity. (d) The contribution through science to the development of the country, society and the standard of living of citizens.

Harokopio University of Athens constitutes a research University achieving top rankings at national level, where more than one third of the student population are postgraduate and PhD students. The University and all the programs provided are fully accredited according to EU standards, while its urban campus is recognized and awarded as an exemplary studying environment. It has formed a Green University policy since 2016 to promote environmental sensitivity and reduce energy cost. The University fosters its international profile by actively participating in EU Erasmus programs and hosts students and researchers from European Universities, utilizing mobility agreements. It also offers international post master and post doctorate programs in English, in collaboration with European Universities and organizes study abroad programs.