The one-year BASIS/YESOD (B.A. Studies for International Students) program is held at Hebrew University’s Rothberg International School (RIS) and includes the following:
- Modern Hebrew language instruction
- English language instruction (if you are not exempt)
- Core courses in a discipline of your choice
- Personal academic counseling
Upon successful completion of the one-year BASIS/YESOD program with an average of 85 or higher, you’ll be admitted to a bachelor’s degree program at Hebrew University without being required to take the Psychometric Entrance Test. You can pursue undergraduate studies in the following Hebrew University faculties: Humanities; Social Sciences; Science; and Agriculture, Food, and Environment. According to the following table:
| Hebrew University Faculties Providing Direct Admission | Required Mechina Grade |
| Humanities (except for Amirim, Revivim, and Cognition programs). | 85 |
| Geography, International Relations, Political Science, Sociology and Anthropology, Statistics, Communications, and Criminology | 87 |
| Earth Science, Environmental Science and Plant Science, Agro-ecology, Earth and Water Science, Agricultural Economics, Animal Science, Biochemistry and Food Science, Nature preservation and Open Space Management, and Hotel Management | 90 |
| Economics, School of Business Management (Including Accounting and the Business combinations), Chemistry, Biology, and Nutrition | 92 |
| Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry-Biology Combination, Physics-Chemistry Combination, and Bio-Medical Sciences | 94 |
| Psychology | 95 |
| Computer science and School of Engineering | 95* |
*Acceptance with a minimum 15 average Baccalaureat
In addition to preparing you for academic study, our program helps you adjust to life on campus and in Israel. Our multilingual staff of experienced advisors offers personal support throughout the year and will help you transition successfully to living in Israel independently.
Furthermore, a team of specially selected, multilingual Israeli students, called madrichim, reside in the dormitories and will help you become better acquainted with Israeli society and culture. Your madrichim are a good resource for all things fun and exciting in Jerusalem, and they plan extracurricular activities, including cultural and social events, holiday celebrations, and tours.
The program is currently open to secondary (high) school graduates with excellent grades from France.
For financial information, see Tuition & Fees for Mechina/preparatory students
Living in university housing is an important part of your study abroad experience. Student housing complexes are located on Mount Scopus, overlooking Jerusalem, and are within walking distance of the university. From this location, you can take advantage of being close to the university while experiencing city life.
Additional information
Housing cost for international students
Housing cost and information for Israeli citizens and new immigrants
The Rothberg International School
