Pre-Semester program

Mechina students in Boyar at the Rothberg International School at Hebrew University of Jerusalem

All Study Abroad students will arrive a month prior to the start of their semester for a mandatory experiential pre-semester program, before diving into their studies.

In our Service-Learning program students will volunteer at the placement of their choice for 3 days a week.

Students will partake in a group volunteering activity twice a week.

This four-week program combines meaningful volunteer work with cultural exploration and academic enrichment. Participants will engage in both individual and group volunteering projects, contributing to local communities in various settings. In addition to hands-on volunteer experiences, the program includes guided tours and social activities, offering a deeper connection to Jerusalem and Israeli society.

Students will participate in a workshop on community volunteering in Israel. Those who choose to complete a final assignment will be eligible to receive one academic credit.

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Pre-semester Service-Learning Program Dates:

Fall semester dates: September 2-29, 2025
Spring semester dates: February 5-March 4, 2026

Hebrew Ulpan option:

In the Fall semester students may choose to take the Hebrew ulpan if they prefer. The ulpan offers level Aleph through Heh.

Ulpan dates: August 3-September 18, 2025

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Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem”
Spring
Practical Hebrew Beginners 4 credits
Israeli Society3 credits
Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem”
Autumn
Practical Hebrew Beginners4 credits
Modern Standard Arabic Beginners 5 credits
Jerusalem: A Journey Through Time and Space3 credits
Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem”
Autumn
Practical Hebrew Beginners4 credits
Modern Standard Arabic Beginners 5 credits
Jerusalem: A Journey Through Time and Space3 credits
Pre-Semester Program: “Encountering Jerusalem”
Spring
Practical Hebrew Beginners 4 credits
Israeli Society3 credits