Thrive

Overview

Thrive at the Knesset
Rothberg International School offers Thrive as an extracurricular, immersive program that will enable you to gain an in-depth and sophisticated appreciation of Israel. Thrive offers VIP activities all over Israel, Shabbat and holiday home hospitality (including placements in different communities), and exploratory discussions on Jewish thought. Our caring staff will treat you like family and assist in fulfilling all of your personal interests while abroad. Thrive is your custom-made Israel experience. We guarantee that you’ll have the best semester abroad of your life. Learn more about Thrive here!

Curriculum

Thrive students participate in the Undergraduate Study Abroad Program at HebrewU’s RIS and must meet all requirements.

You will take between 13-15 credits during the semester (a minimum of 4 courses) made up of Hebrew-language study, courses in Jewish, Israel, Middle East, Business, and Law, in addition to a pre-semester course.

Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem”

Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem” 2023-24
Spring
Practical Hebrew Beginners 4 credits
Israeli Society3 credits

*If you are interested in an internship, you can begin your placement during the Pre-Semester Program.

Hebrew University Quick Facts

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We offer courses and programs in a variety of fields, with a focus on social and political sciences, Israel and the Middle East, languages, religion, fine and performing arts, business and legal studies, and STEM.

The Real Jerusalem

Live on-campus with international and Israeli students – including a staff of Israeli students who help you navigate life in Jerusalem. This vibrant city will be your second classroom, full of trips and tours.

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Rothberg International School
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Boyar Building, Mount Scopus
9190501 Jerusalem, ISRAEL 

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TrackSAT ACT Psychometric Test
(General or QE)
Business & English1310 28629
Business & Liberal Arts131028629
English & Liberal Arts102019516
Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem” 2023-24
Spring
Practical Hebrew Beginners 4 credits
Israeli Society3 credits
Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem” 2023-24
Autumn
Practical Hebrew Beginners4 credits
Modern Standard Arabic Beginners 5 credits
Jerusalem: A Journey Through Time and Space3 credits
Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem” 2023-24
Autumn
Practical Hebrew Beginners4 credits
Modern Standard Arabic Beginners 5 credits
Jerusalem: A Journey Through Time and Space3 credits
Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem” 2023-24
Spring
Practical Hebrew Beginners 4 credits
Israeli Society3 credits