Hebrew University, the best university in Israel and a top 25 institution globally outside the US, offers many options to you as a graduate student, whether you wish to study abroad for a semester or full year. The non-degree study abroad programs at HebrewU’s Rothberg International School (RIS) are designed for qualified master’s candidates, Ph.D. candidates, or recent college graduates who have not yet begun graduate study. Choose from courses and seminars of the highest academic quality to deepen your knowledge.
Whether you are beginning your graduate study, completing coursework, or focusing on your research, HebrewU provides an opportunity to learn from internationally recognized faculty in advanced facilities. You’ll be highly engaged in your learning while furthering your knowledge and experience in your field.
Focus Areas
We offer you a world-class education in a select range of disciplines. We’ve acquired a reputation for excellence in our focus areas, as Israel and Jerusalem provide a natural environment for advanced academic work in the following:
Additional Areas
We also offer a few specific opportunities in the following fields:
See our full Course Catalog.
Structure
You may enroll for a full academic year (October-July) or may opt to enroll for one semester only (autumn, spring, or summer). During the summer semester, courses are available in Jewish Studies, Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies, and Israel Studies.
The recommended full-time study load per semester is one course in Modern Hebrew language (10 hours a week) and three to four graduate courses (around 8-10 hours a week). You may also choose to study part-time, whether attending for the semester or the entire year. Part-time study enables students to take up to two courses per semester.
Additional Options
We also offer many opportunities for short-term study, visiting research, or fellowships and special programs – as well as highly respected master’s degree programs.
Credits
You can earn credits to transfer to your home university. Upon completion of your studies, we will provide you with a full transcript to facilitate the transfer of credit.
Our faculty are internationally respected in their fields, and you’ll be taught by both senior faculty members and adjunct lecturers. You will benefit from studying under both established scholars and new researchers. Please see our faculty page to learn more.
“[I] built relationships with professors who would create the connections that would land me my new job in New York City.”
Molly Wernick of the US
M.A. in Nonprofit Management and Leadership (2015)
Read more about our students’ experiences.
Extracurricular Activities & Student Support
HebrewU’s RIS offers a rich extracurricular activities program, including tours, cultural and social events, lectures, and more. We support you throughout your stay with us so that Jerusalem becomes your home away from home. Learn more about student life.
Apply by: May 15 for the following autumn and year; December 30 for the following spring and summer; late applications reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Arrive on campus by: Approximately one week before your program starts; specific dates will be sent to accepted students in the pre-arrival packet
Program length: Semester or year; check our academic calendar
For the 2016-2017 academic year:
Full-Time
For a complete explanation of fees, please see our Fees and Refunds page. As a full-time RIS student, you will receive health insurance for the duration of your enrollment through RIS for no additional fee. If you are arriving early or departing late, you may purchase extended health insurance.
Modern Hebrew courses in the autumn and spring semesters are included in your tuition fees. Participation in the intensive Modern Hebrew ulpan summer or winter sessions requires payment of an additional fee.
Part-Time
As a part-time RIS student, you may take up to two courses per semester. Your tuition is comprised of the administrative fee and the course fees.
For a complete explanation of fees, please see our
Fees and Refunds page.
Part-Time Fees by Course
Graduate course: US$ 400 per credit
Modern Hebrew or Literary Arabic course: US$ 170 per weekly hour
Individual tutorial: US$ 1,300 per semester
Check the course catalog for specific number of credits/hours per course.
As a part-time RIS student, you receive health insurance for the duration of your enrollment through RIS for no additional fee. If you are arriving early or departing late, you may purchase extended health insurance. Modern Hebrew courses in the autumn and spring semesters are counted towards the maximum of two courses per semester. Participation in the intensive Modern Hebrew ulpan summer or winter sessions is a separate framework and requires payment of an additional fee.
Housing
On-campus housing is available. See additional housing information.
Scholarships
A limited number of scholarships based on demonstrated need or merit are available. Please see our Scholarships and Financial Aid page for more details.
To be eligible for HebrewU’s graduate study abroad program, you must have the following:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education recognized by HebrewU
- GPA of 3.2 or higher
- Knowledge of English*
*You are required to submit one of the following:
- TOEFL score (minimum 573 paper-based, 230 computer-based, or 89 internet-based)
- IELTS score (minimum 7)
- Amir score (minimum 220)
- If you have completed a four-year degree taught solely in English at a recognized institution of higher education, you can request to be considered for an exemption. You must submit documentation from your university verifying English as the language of instruction. Exemption is not automatic and is determined on a case-by-case basis.
