RIS reserves the right to change fees at any time.
Fees for the 2023-24 academic Year will be updated shortly
Tuition & Housing
All fees are listed in US Dollars (US$), unless otherwise noted, and are in effect only for the 2021/22 academic year.
- Application Fee (non-refundable): Tourists: $80, Israeli Citizens: NIS 360 – per academic year.
- Late Payment Fee: $150 or 500 NIS for payments received after the program payment deadline
- Late Registration Fee: $20 for students who do not academically register by the deadline.
- Israeli Citizen – To qualify, a student must present an Israeli Identity Card (Teudat Zehut)
- A deposit of $1,500 by the date indicated in the billing letter.
Hebrew Language Programs
- All fees include the period from the end of the ulpan until the start of the autumn semester.
| Program | Tuition | Housing | Payment Deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Ulpan (Levels Alef-Gimel) | Tourists | US$ 2,565 | US$ 1,520* | June 30, 2021 |
| Israeli Citizens | NIS 7,770 | ** | ||
| Summer Ulpan (Levels Dalet – Vav) | Tourists | US$ 1,900 | US$ 1,520* | June 30, 2021 |
| Israeli Citizens | NIS 5,450 | ** | ||
| Autumn Semester | degree/full-time students*** | US$ 2,870 | See below | August 14, 2021 |
| part-time / research students | US$ 3,510 | See below | August 14, 2021 | |
| Spring semester | degree/full-time students*** | US$ 2,810 | See below | January 18, 2022 |
| part-time / research students | US$ 3,440 | See below | January 18, 2022 | |
* Based om availability.
**Reserved and paid directly to the Housing Office.
*** The Hebrew Autumn / Spring semester course for students of the Jewish Studies degree on the levels “Alef” – “Gimel” is included in the tuition.
Foundations of Modern Standard Arabic
- Fees include the days between the end of the program and the beginning of the following program.
- Insurance fees included in the tuition.
| Program | Tuition | Housing | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundations of Modern Standard Arabic | 1,510 | 1,030 | June 30,2021 |
* Course fees are not included in tuition for the MA in the Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies.
| Program | Tuition | Housing | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary Biblical Hebrew | US$ 2,130* | US$ 1,020** | May 25, 2021 |
* Course fees are not included in tuition for the MA in the Bible and the Ancient Near East.
** There is no possibility to receive housing for the gap period between the end of the program and the beginning of the academic year, unless the student is enrolled in the Summer Ulpan.
International Degree Programs
The master’s degree can only be conferred after the minimum payment of full tuition.
One-Year Programs
Three-semester programs
| Program | Tuition | Housing | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nonprofit Management and Leadership | US$ 11,100 | US$ 7,350 | June 10, 2021 |
| Archaeology in the Land of the Bible Archaeology – mandatory study tours and excavations | US$ 11,100 US$ 1,570* | US$ 7,350 | June 10, 2021 |
| MBA in Entrepreneurship and Innovation | US$ 30,000 | To request housing please contact Mr. Raz Rabinovich at Imba@savion.huji.ac.il or razra@savion.huji.ac.il | June 10 , 2021 |
*The Institute of Archaeology and RIS reserve the right to make changes to study tours and excavations schedule, which may result in the change of costs.
** Students, taking Autumn Hebrew course, will have to add $1,030 for housing (the course starts six weeks prior to the beginning of the academic year).
The cost of Modern Hebrew studies is not included in the tuition.
Two-semester Programs
| Programs | Tuition | Housing | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic & Middle Eastern Studies | US$ 10,750 | US$ 6,470 | June 10, 2021 |
| Israel Studies | US$ 10,750 | US$ 6,470 | |
| Geography: Smart Cities and Urban Informatics | US$ 10,750 | US$ 6,470 | |
| Geography – mandatory study tours | US$ 450 | ||
| Human Rights & Transitional Justice | US$ 16,000 | US$ 6,470 |
** Students, taking Autumn Hebrew course, will have to add $1,030 for housing (the course starts six weeks prior to the beginning of the academic year).
The cost of Modern Hebrew studies is not included in the tuition.
Two-year Masters Programs
- Please note that the tuition and housing fees are for one year of studies.
- The master’s degree can only be conferred after the minimum payment of two full years of tuition.
| Program | Tuition** | Housing | Total | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bible & the Ancient Near East | US$ 6,100 | US $6,470 | US $ 13,760 | June 20, 2021 |
| Jewish Studies | US$ 6,100 | US$ 6,470 | US $ 15,040 |
** Students, taking Autumn Hebrew course, will have to add $1,030 for housing (the course starts six weeks prior to the beginning of the academic year).
The cost of Modern Hebrew studies is not included in the tuition for MA programs, except for the MA in Jewish Studies, for levels Alef – Gimel (including).
LL.M. Degree Programs
| Program | Tuition | Housing | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| LL.M. in Human Rights & International Law | US$ 16,000 | US $6,470 | June 10, 2021 |
** Students, taking Autumn Hebrew course, will have to add $1,030 for housing (the course starts six weeks prior to the beginning of the academic year).
The cost of Modern Hebrew studies is not included in the tuition.
M.A. Extended Year Students (Up to 5 years)
| Period of Studies | Tuition | Health Fee (optional) | Course Fee per Semester (optional) | Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn | US$ 500 | US$ 460 | Graduate Course – US$ 400 per Credit Individual Tutorial – US$ 1,500 | US$ 2,620 |
| Spring | US$ 500 | US$ 540 | US$ 3,040 | |
| Year | US$ 500 | US$ 1,160 | US$ 6,470 | |
| For late submission of papers only: $500 for 1st paper, $400 for 2nd, 3rd, 4th etc.. | ||||
Non-Degree Graduate Programs
Full-Time
| Period of Studies | Tuition | Housing | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | US$ 7,600 | US$ 2,620* | June 30, 2021 |
| Spring Semester | US$ 7,180 | US$ 3,040* | January 18, 2022 |
| Academic Year | US$ 11,400 | US$ 6,470* | June 30, 2021 |
| Summer Semester 2021 | US$ 5,000 | US$ 700* | June 27, 2022 |
*Housing is subject to availability. Students, taking Autumn Hebrew course, will have to add $1,030 for housing (the course starts six weeks prior to the beginning of the academic year).
The cost of Modern Hebrew studies is not included in the tuition.
Part-Time
Students may opt to take up to two courses per semester including Modern Hebrew, (one year-long course is equivalent to two semester courses).
| Period of Studies | Administrative Fee* | Course Fee per Semester | Housing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | US$ 1,335 | Graduate Course – US$ 400 per Credit Individual Tutorial – US$ 1,500 | US$ 2,630 |
| Spring Semester | US$ 1,395 | US$ 3,040 | |
| Academic Year | US$ 2,195 | US$ 6,470 | |
| Summer Semester (2022) | US$ 940 | US$ 700 |
*Fees include mandatory health insurance.
Independent and Visiting Research Fellows
| Program | Administrative Fee | Health Insurance | Housing (based on availability only) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visiting Research Fellow | No tuition fees. Other fees apply | Calculated according to length of the stay | Calculated according to length of the stay |
- Please contact the Finance Office for an estimated housing and health insurance fees based on your individual program dates.
- Students who wish to study a Modern Hebrew Language course or an Arabic Language course pay an additional fee for the course.
Miscellaneous Charges & Fees
| Miscellaneous | Charge |
|---|---|
| Replacement student card | NIS 60 |
| Hard copy of transcripts (beyond first five)* | US$ 15 |
| Request a certified e-transcript (one-time fee) | US$ 10 |
| Email an e-transcript to any specified address (per copy) | US$ 15 |
Students are eligible to receive 5 free hard copies of their transcripts for up to six months from the end of the program. Students who order five transcripts or more on the same transcript request form are charged US$15 per transcript for the first four copies ordered and then US$5 for each additional transcript on the same order. Thus, for example, 5 transcripts would cost US$65 and 10 transcripts US$90.
For more information and to order additional transcripts please see transcript page on our website.
Estimated Cost of Attendance for Graduate Students
| Full-Time Matriculated | Annual* | Monthly* |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Health and On-Campus Housing | Varies Per Program | |
| Off-Campus Housing | US$ 10,000 | US$ 1,111 |
| Board (utilities and food) | US$ 9,000 | US$ 1,000 |
| Transportation | US$ 900 | US$ 100 |
| Miscellaneous | US$ 4,000 – 6,000 | US$ 444 – 666 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | US$ 23,900 – 25,900 | US$ 2,655 – 2,877 |
| Part-Time Matriculated | Annual* | Monthly* |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | Varies Per Program | |
| Housing | US$ 10,000 | US$ 1,111 |
| Board (utilities and food) | US$ 9,000 | US$ 1,000 |
| Transportation | US$ 450 | US$ 50 |
| Miscellaneous | US$ 4,000 – 6,000 | US$ 444 – 666 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | US$ 23,450 – 25,450 | US$ 2,605 – 2,827 |
Refunds
Summer/Winter Hebrew Language Programs, Foundations of Literary Arabic Program, and Part-Time Students:
| Date of Withdrawal | Charged |
|---|---|
| Prior to the beginning of the program | US$ 250 (800 NIS) |
| During the first three days of the program | 25% of tuition fee |
| Between the fourth and the sixth day of the program | 50% of tuition fee |
| After the sixth day of the program | 100% of tuition fee |
Program Tuition
Withdrawal from the program for any reason is only possible by filling out the Notice of Withdrawal from. This form must be approved and signed by the department. Students who withdraw prior to the beginning of the academic year/semester are charged a $250 withdrawal fee and for any points they may have utilized for activities.
Once the academic year begins the withdrawal charges are:
International Degree Programs
Three-Semester Master’s Programs
| Fee if Withdrawn From: | October 10, 2021 | November 10, 2021 | June 24, 2022 | July 18, 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonprofit Management & Leadership | US$ 3,150 | US$ $ 6,660 | US$ $ 10,750 | US$ 11,100 |
| Archaeology in the Land of the Bible | US$ 3,150 | US$ 6,660 | US$ 10,750 | US$ 11,100 |
| MBA in Entrepreneurship and Innovation | US$ 7,875 | US$ 18,000 | US$ 19,800 | US$ 30,000 |
Two-Semester Master’s Programs
| Fee if Withdrawn From: | October 10, 2021 | November 10, 2021 | January 14, 2022 | March 6, 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies | US$ 2,850 | US$ 6,450 | US$ 7,050 | US$ 10,750 |
| Israel Studies: Society and Politics | US$ 2,850 | US$ 6,450 | US$ 7,050 | US$ 10,750 |
| Geography: Smart Cities and Urban Informatics | US$ 2,850 | US$ 6,450 | US$ 7,050 | US$ 10,750 |
| Human Rights & Transitional Law | US$ 4,375 | US$ 9,600 | US$ 10,400 | US$ 16,000 |
| LL.M. Program in Human Rights and International Law | ||||
Two-Year Master’s Program
| Fee if Withdrawn From: | October 10, 2021 | November 10, 2021 | January 14, 2022 | March 6, 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bible and the ANE | US$1,675 | US$ 3,660 | US$ 4,026 | US$ 6,100 |
| Jewish Studies | US$ 1,675 | US$ 3,660 | US$ 4,026 | US$ 6,100 |
Full Time Non-degree Graduate Students
| Fee if Withdrawn From: | October 10, 2021 | November 10, 2021 | January 14, 2022 | March 6, 2022 | April 14, 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn | US$ 2,275 | US$ 7,600 | – | – | – |
| Spring | – | – | – | US$ 2,275 | US$ 7,600 |
| Year | US$ 3,500 | US$ 7,600 | US$ 8,225 | US$ 12,500 | – |
M.A. Extended Year, Part-time and VRF students are not entitled to a refund under any circumstances.
Housing Refunds
Students who have accepted a room key and/or have moved personal possessions into a room and then wish to vacate University housing must submit written notification to the RIS Finance Office, Boyar 501/502.
Students who withdraw from an Ulpan or Summer Course and vacate University housing within the first three days of classes are issued a refund, provided they present an official clearance from the Housing Office confirming their departure. Refunds are issued minus the payment for the days the student resided in the housing ($30 per day of occupancy).
Students who do not withdraw from the program or who vacate their rooms after the first three days of classes are not issued refunds.
Semester/year students who cancel their housing reservation or vacate their room by October 22, 2022 will be charged $750 .
Students who vacate the University housing between October 23, 2022 and the end of the autumn semester (January 27, 2023) are charged for the entire month in which they vacate their rooms plus one additional month of rent.
After the end of the autumn semester, no refund is available for the balance of the academic year.
Once winter/spring semester RIS students occupy a room, no housing fee refunds are issued.
Registration and Housing Check-out Dates
| Program | Registration Date | Housing Check-out Date (if applicable) |
|---|---|---|
| Biblical Hebrew | June 15, 2021 | July 20, 2021 |
| Summer Ulpan (without housing) | August 1, 2021 | — |
| Summer Ulpan (with housing) | August 2, 2021 | September 14, 2021 |
| Autumn semester Hebrew | August 25, 2021 | January 23, 2022 |
| Foundations in Literary Arabic | August 25, 2021 | October 5, 2021 |
| Autumn Semester | October 6, 2021 | January 23, 2022 |
| Spring Semester Hebrew | January 31, 2022 | July 7, 2022 |
| Spring Semester | March 2, 2022 | July 7, 2022 |
| Year | October 6, 2021 | July 7, 2022 |
| Summer Semester | July 18, 2022 | August 14, 2022 |
