Graduate Students

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Funding SourceEligibilityGraduate Program at RISAmountDeadlineApplication & Links
Merit ScholarshipAt least in final year of undergraduate studies

Minimum GPA of 3.8 or equivalent

Maintain high academic standard

Must submit a complete application to a degree program

Non-renewable; does not cover tuition for students who extend their studies in the M.A. program
The Bible and the Ancient Near East

Jewish Studies

Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies

Israel Studies

Nonprofit Management and Leadership

Archaeology & the Ancient Near East

Smart Cities & Urban Informatics
Partial tuitionMarch 31Application
Rothberg Family FundCountries other than the US and Canada

Academic achievement

Financial need

Acceptance to program
The Bible and the Ancient Near East

Jewish Studies

Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies

Israel Studies

Nonprofit Management and Leadership

Archaeology and the Ancient Near East

Smart Cities and Urban Informatics
Partial tuitionApril 30Application
The Israel Student Authority (Olim)Eligible new immigrantsM.A. programsPartial tuitionSee websiteSee website
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Masa Scholarship
See websiteAll programsPartial tuitionSee websiteSee website
Israeli Government (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) Scholarship See websiteAll programsSee website. Please note that the application ends about a year prior to the beginning of the studies.See websiteSee website
Thanks to ScandinaviaScandinavian countries; see website for detailsThe Bible and the Ancient Near EastUp to $12,000 towards tuition fees April 30Further information
Jewish Studies
Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies
Israel Studies
Archaeology and the Ancient Near East

Nonprofit Management and Leadership
Smart Cities and Urban Informatics
Visiting graduate students and research students enrolled for full-time study for whole academic year
Daughters for LifeSee website

All programsVariesSee websiteSee website
M.B.A. StudentsGraduate students studying businessInternational StartUp 360° MBA ProgramPartial tuitionMay 15Email us
Law StudentsGraduate students studying lawLL.M. and M.A. in Human RightsPartial tuitionMay 15Email us
LL.M. and M.A. in International Law and Conflict Resolution
iVisa Annual ScholarshipSee iVisa websiteAllUS $1,500May 15See Further information

About Masa- Masa is the global leader in immersive international career development and leadership

experiences in Israel for young Jewish adults from around the world.

With a variety of long-term programs in Israel, Masa is able to provide meaningful, enriching

experiences to young Jews from many different countries, backgrounds, levels of education,

and fields.

Since its founding in 2004, Masa has helped over 150,000 young adults from 60+ countries to

strengthen their connection with Israel, empowering a new generation of connected,

committed, and inspired young Jewish adults. These young adults are changing the face of the Jewish world and Israel, as professionals, community leaders, and advocates.

Australian applicants to RIS are eligible for a number of needs-based and/or merit scholarships from the Australian Friends of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

United Kingdom applicants to RIS are eligible for a number of scholarships from the British Friends of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

US applicants to RIS, please see our scholarships and financial aid for students from the United States.

Apply to RIS

Hebrew University’s Rothberg International School offers you a challenging and rewarding academic environment to help you achieve your goals. Our tailored, flexible programs offer short- and long-term study opportunities.

Take a look at our pages for prospects, students, faculty and staff, alumni, and parents – or contact us!

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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