University Study in Israel: Hebrew University of Jerusalem

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is a multidisciplinary institution of higher learning and research, a scientific center of international repute, and is ranked among the world’s leading universities. At the Hebrew University, students of all backgrounds receive a university education where excellence is emphasized.

About 2,000 international students from around the world enroll at the Rothberg International School at Hebrew University every year.

This program appeals to students who are interested in experiencing Israeli and Middle Eastern culture, would like to study alongside Israeli and other international students, or need to fulfill major requirements.

Students are required to live in the Mount Scopus on-campus housing, which allows you to meet other students and experience Israeli student life.

Students are usually housed in apartments with single bedrooms. Kitchen and bathroom facilities are shared.

There is no meal plan, but the kitchens are equipped with stove burners and refrigerators for preparing light meals and snacks. 

The Rothberg International School at Hebrew University organizes an extensive orientation as well as activities throughout the semester. They also employ full-time Madrichim (or Social Activities Coordinators) who build and implement the social activities program.

The Madrichim live on campus, and it is their responsibility to assist you in engaging in campus life as much as possible. Most social activities planned by the Rothberg International School are included in the program fee, so you are encouraged to take advantage of them all.

Students studying at Hebrew University of Jerusalem will:

• Augment their cross-cultural understanding through interaction with host country and international students and community members
• Experience host country and international viewpoints on academic disciplines through direct enrollment at the Israeli host university
• Gain a better understanding of the diverse perspectives of the social, political, historical, and economic realities of Israel and the Palestinian Territories
• Enhance their intentionality through independent, though supported, living and learning opportunities

All courses are taught by Hebrew University of Jerusalem faculty.

• Spring 2023
• Academic Year 2022-23
• Fall 2022
• Summer 2022

Cost of Participation Spring 2023

NOTE:  Students taking departmental classes at Hebrew U (not through the Rothberg International School), are subject to additional housing and insurance charges due to the longer academic calendar at Hebrew U compared to Rothberg.  

Beginning Fall 2020, special funding in the amount of $6000 per semester is available to students attending Hebrew U (does not apply to Nachshon scholars). Note: Students receive this scholarship as part of their acceptance to the program - no additional application is required. These funds are given once students arrive onsite (not prior to departure) - Hebrew University assists students with the disbursement of these funds. *This $6000 scholarship is set to be disbursed to all participants through Spring 2023 - funding for subsequent terms is to be determined.

MASA Israel Grant and Scholarship - MASA Israel Journey offers scholarships specifically for Jewish students studying in Israel.

The Minneapolis Jewish Foundation offers a number of awards for study abroad.  

Students accepted into the Spring in Jerusalem Honors Program receive a $4000 merit scholarship (in addition to the $6000 UMN student scholarship through Spring 2023) as part of their acceptance to the program - no additional application is required. Students do not need to be enrolled in the UMN Honors program in order to qualify for this scholarship - the requirement is a minimum of a 3.7 GPA.

Submit to the Learning Abroad Center:

• Israel Academic Statement
• Study Abroad Approval Form

Submit to Hebrew University of Jerusalem Rothberg International School:

Hebrew University of Jerusalem Rothberg International School application (to include online application, resume, medical form, official transcript, two letters of recommendation, a personal essay, passport-sized photograph, photocopy of passport identity page, and application fee.)

1. Upon submitting the online Learning Abroad Center application, you will receive an automated email message indicating your application was received.
2. Follow the instructions on your application checklist to submit all of the items. Your application is not considered complete until all items on your application checklist are either received or waived.
3. You will have applications with both the Learning Abroad Center and Hebrew U—make sure to follow instructions for both applications when they're sent to you. 
4. You will be notified of an acceptance decision by email by the host univeristy. If accepted, you will be assigned a confirmation checklist. Log in to the online application to review the confirmation checklist and submit the required items.

Affiliate organizations and partner universities will not accept applications from UMTC students without the endorsement of the Learning Abroad Center. Students must participate in affiliate organization and partner university programs through the standard Learning Abroad Center application process.

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