RIS reserves the right to change fees at any time.
These tuition and housing costs for students in the Mechina Program apply only to international students or Israeli citizens who are not residents of Israel. If you are an Israeli citizen and you reside in Israel, please see the page for Israeli citizen residents.
All fees are listed in US Dollars (US$), unless otherwise noted, and are in effect only for the 2025-26 academic year.
- Application Fee (non-refundable): $120 – per academic year.
- Late Fee: $150 for payments received after the program payment deadline listed below.
- A non-refundable down payment of $250 paid up to two weeks after the receiving the billing letter.
Hebrew Language Programs
- Health insurance fees included in the tuition.
Pre-Semester Program Requirements
You will take a placement exam to determine your level for the summer language ulpan programs.
| Pre-Semester Programs | Tuition | Housing | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Ulpan (Levels Aleph – Gimmel) | US$ 2,840 | US$ 2,280 | July 4, 2025 |
| Summer Ulpan (Levels Dalet – Vav) | US$ 2,090 | US$ 2,280 | July 4, 2025 |
| Summer Ulpan – Students from Argentina and Uruguay | US$ 2,840 | US$ 840* | July 4, 2025 |
* Housing for duration of the program is in the Maiersdorf (Reznik dorms), in double rooms.
Learn more about the ulpan. Find out if you qualify for scholarships and financial aid.
Academic Year
Full-Time
| Academic Year | Tuition | Housing | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechina/Preparatory Program | US$ 13,000 | US$ 6,980 | September 19, 2025 |
| BASIS Foundation Year, Yesod | US$ 9,500 | US$ 6,980 | September 19, 2025 |
| Students from Argentina | US$ 9,000* | US$ 2,960** | September 19, 2025 |
* MASA scholarship will be deducted from the tuition.
** Housing for duration of the program is in the Maiersdorf (Reznik dorms), in double rooms.
Part-Time
You may opt to take up to two courses per semester, including Modern Hebrew. In order to calculate your total cost, add the Administrative Fee to your Course Fee per Semester costs. Note that one academic year course is equivalent to two semester courses.
| Part-Time Study Period | Administrative Fee* | Course Fee per Semester | Housing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Year | US$ 1,240 | Hebrew / English / Mathematics courses: -US$ 170 per weekly hour -All other courses: US$ 400 per credit | US$ 6,980 |
| Autumn Semester | US$ 800 | US$ 2,880 | |
| Spring Semester | US$ 900 | US$ 3,830 |
*Fees include health insurance.
Learn about scholarships and financial aid.
Tuition Refunds
If you cancel your studies prior to the beginning of the academic year or semester, you will be charged a US$ 250 withdrawal fee and for any points you may have utilized for activities coordinated by the Office of Student Life.
Once the academic year begins, withdrawal from the program is contingent upon submission of a completed Notice of Withdrawal that has been approved and signed by your department.
The withdrawal charges are as outlined below:
| From | October 19, 2025 | November 19, 2025 | January 23, 2026 | March 15, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechina | US$ 4,000 | US$ 8,100 | US$ 8,750 | US$ 13,000 |
| BASIS | US$ 3,125 | US$ 5,919 | US$ 6,394 | US$ 9,500 |
| Students from Argentina | US$ $3,000 | US$ $5,608 | US$ $6,058 | US$ $9,000 |
Housing Refunds
Students who have accepted a room key and/or have moved personal possessions into a room and then wish to vacate University housing must email to the RIS Housing coordinator at rishousing@savion.huji.ac.il.
Students who withdraw from an Ulpan and vacate University housing within the first three days of classes are issued a refund, provided they present an official clearance from the Housing Office confirming their departure. Refunds are processed with a deduction for the days the student has already occupied the room at a rate of $30 per day.
Students who vacate their rooms after the first three days of classes are not issued refunds.
Semester/year students who cancel their housing reservation or vacate their room by October 18, 2025 , you will be charged $750.
Students who vacate the University housing between October 19, 2025 and the end of the autumn semester January 23, 2026 are charged for the entire month in which they vacate their rooms plus one additional month of rent.
After the end of the autumn semester, no refund is available for the balance of the academic year.
Students who receive housing from the main Hebrew University Housing office are subject to their refund policy.
Registration and Housing Check-out Dates
| Program | Registration Dates | Housing Check-out Date (if applicable) |
|---|---|---|
| Summer Ulpan (without housing) | August 5, 2025 | — |
| Summer Ulpan (with housing) | August 4, 2025 | July 19, 2026 |
| Academic Year | October 19, 2025 | July 19, 2026 |
RIS reserves the right to change fees at any time.
These tuition costs for Mechina Program and Sadarah students apply only to Israeli citizens who are residents of Israel, including new immigrants. If you are an international student or Israeli citizen who is not a resident of Israel, please see the page for International & Israeli Citizen Non-Residents.
Students taking more than one program (i.e., Summer Ulpan and Autumn Semester) are required to meet all their financial obligations by the deadline of the first program they will attend.
Application Fee
- NIS 430 (per academic year; non-refundable)
General Notes
- You are personally responsible for joining a health fund (kupat cholim) to ensure access to medical care.
- Discharged soldiers and those who completed National Service (Sherut Leumi) may qualify for scholarships from the Ministry of Defense.
- Scholarships are available from the Ministry of Education for Israeli citizens at a low socioeconomic level. Please contact us.
- Housing is arranged with the main Hebrew University Housing Office. The fees are paid in Israeli currency (NIS) monthly via a bank standing order. Learn more about housing.
Pre-Semester Program Requirements
You will take a placement exam to determine your placement in the language ulpan the summer before the start of your program.
| Pre-Semester Programs | Tuition | Housing | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Ulpan (Levels Aleph – Gimmel) | NIS 9,200 – or official Scholarship Letter from the Student Authority* | See info about housing here. | July 4, 2025 |
| Summer Ulpan (Levels Dalet – Vav) | NIS 6,500 – or official Scholarship Letter from the Student Authority* | July 4, 2025 |
*Scholarships received from the Council for Higher Education will be deducted from the NIS 4,872 tuition fee.
Learn more about the ulpan. Learn about scholarships and financial aid.
Academic Year
Program Tuition:
| Student Type | Tuition | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Israeli Citizens (with an Israeli Identity Card) | NIS 16,750* | September 16, 2025 |
| Sadara | NIS 17,030* | September 16, 2025 |
| New Immigrants – Student Authority | 1,004 NIS + Official Scholarship letter | September 16, 2025 |
| Discharged Israeli Soldiers / Sherut Leumi Participants | NIS 1,004 | September 16, 2025 |
*Scholarships received from the Council for Higher Education will be deducted from the NIS 16,750 tuition fee or NIS 17,030 for Sadara.
Learn about scholarships and financial aid, or ask us about part-time study options.
معلومات مالية لطلاب شرقي القدس/Financial information for students from East Jerusalem.
Part-Time Students
You may opt to take up to two courses per semester, including Modern Hebrew. In order to calculate your total cost, add the Administrative Fee to your Course Fee per Semester costs. Note that one academic year course is equivalent to two semester courses.
| Period of Studies | Administrative Fee* | Course Fee per Semester | Housing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | US$ 800 | General Course – $400 per credit Language / Mathematics – $170 per weekly hour | US$ 2,880 |
| Spring Semester | US$ 900 | US$ 3,830 | |
| Full Year | US$ 1,190 | US$ $6,980 |
* Fees include health insurance.
Miscellaneous
| Miscellaneous Charges | |
|---|---|
| Replacement of student card | NIS 60 |
| Visa letter | US$ 15 |
| Hard copy of transcripts (beyond first five)* | US$ 15 |
| Request a certified e-transcript (one-time fee) | US$ 10 |
| Email an e-transcript to any specified address (per copy) | US$ 15 |
Refunds
Hebrew Language Courses & Part-Time Student Refunds
| DATE OF WITHDRAWAL | CHARGED |
|---|---|
| Prior to the beginning of program | NIS 800 |
| During the first three days of program | 25% of tuition fee |
| Between the fourth and sixth day | 50% of tuition fee |
| After the sixth day | 100% of tuition fee |
Tuition Refunds
Withdrawal from the program for any reason is only possible by filling out the Notice of Withdrawal form. This form must be approved and signed by the department. Students who withdraw prior to the beginning of the academic year/semester are charged a NIS 800 withdrawal fee and for any points they may have utilized for OSL activities. Once the academic year begins, the withdrawal charges are:
| From: | October 19, 2025 | November 19, 2025 | January 23, 2026 | March 15, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Israeli Citizens | NIS 4,401 | NIS 10,050 | NIS 10,888 | NIS 16,750 |
| Sadara | NIS 3,967 | NIS 9,521 | NIS 10,314 | NIS 15,868 |
RIS reserves the right to change fees at any time.
These tuition and housing costs for students in the Mechina Program apply only to international students or Israeli citizens who are not residents of Israel. If you are an Israeli citizen and you reside in Israel, please see the page for Israeli citizen residents.
All fees are listed in US Dollars (US$), unless otherwise noted, and are in effect only for the 2023/24 academic year.
- Application Fee (non-refundable): $120 – per academic year.
- Late Fee: $150 for payments received after the program payment deadline listed below.
- A non-refundable down payment of $250 paid up to two weeks after the receiving the billing letter.
Hebrew Language Programs
- Health insurance fees included in the tuition.
Pre-Semester Program Requirements
You will take a placement exam to determine your level for the summer language ulpan programs.
All fees include the period from the end of the ulpan until the start of the autumn semester.
| Pre-Semester Programs | Tuition | Housing | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Ulpan (Levels Aleph – Gimmel) | US$ 2,790 | US$ 1,800 | July 2, 2023 |
| Summer Ulpan (Levels Dalet – Vav) | US$ 2,040 | US$ 1,800 | July 2, 2023 |
| Summer Ulpan – Students from Argentina and Uruguay | US$ 2,790 | US$ 840* | July 2, 2023 |
* Housing for duration of the program is in the Maiersdorf (Reznik dorms), in double rooms.
Learn more about the ulpan. Find out if you qualify for scholarships and financial aid.
Academic Year
Full-Time
| Academic Year | Tuition | Housing | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechina/Preparatory Program | US$ 13,000 | US$ 7,300 | September 11, 2023 |
| BASIS Foundation Year, Yesod | US$ 9,500 | US$ 7,300 | September 11, 2023 |
| Students from Argentina | US$ 9,000* | US$ 3,050** | September 11, 2023 |
* MASA scholarship will be deducted from the tuition.
** Housing for duration of the program is in the Maiersdorf (Reznik dorms), in double rooms.
Learn about scholarships and financial aid.
Part-Time
You may opt to take up to two courses per semester, including Modern Hebrew. In order to calculate your total cost, add the Administrative Fee to your Course Fee per Semester costs. Note that one academic year course is equivalent to two semester courses.
| Part-Time Study Period | Administrative Fee* | Course Fee per Semester | Housing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Year | US$ 1,240 | Hebrew / English / Mathematics courses: -US$ 170 per weekly hour -All other courses: US$ 400 per credit | US$ 7,180 |
| Autumn Semester | US$ 810 | US$ 2,980 | |
| Spring Semester | US$ 850 | US$ 3,930 |
*Fees include health insurance.
Learn about scholarships and financial aid.
Housing
Housing costs are outlined in the tables above. To learn more about housing, visit our housing page.
Miscellaneous
| Miscellaneous Charges | |
|---|---|
| Replacement of student card | NIS 60 |
| Visa letter | US$ 15 |
| Hard copy of transcripts (beyond first five)* | US$ 15 |
| Request a certified e-transcript (one-time fee) | US$ 10 |
| Email an e-transcript to any specified address (per copy) | US$ 15 |
Bachelor’s Program
Interested in the long-term costs? Here is an estimate of tuition for a standard bachelor’s degree program at Hebrew University.
| Tuition | Health Insurance | Housing | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three-Year Undergraduate Program | Approx. US$ 3,220 x 3 years | US$ 350 x 3 Years | US$ 5,292 (12 months) x 3 Years |
Learn about scholarships and financial aid.
Refunds
Hebrew Language Courses & Part-Time Student Refunds
| Date of Withdrawal | Charged |
|---|---|
| Prior to the beginning of the program | US$ 250 (800 NIS) |
| During the first three days of the program | 25% of tuition fee |
| Between the fourth and the sixth day of the program | 50% of tuition fee |
| After the sixth day of the program | 100% of tuition fee |
Tuition Refunds
If you cancel your studies prior to the beginning of the academic year or semester, you will be charged a US$ 250 withdrawal fee and for any points you may have utilized for activities coordinated by the Office of Student Life.
Once the academic year begins, withdrawal from the program is contingent upon submission of a completed Notice of Withdrawal that has been approved and signed by your department.
The withdrawal charges are as outlined below:
| From: | October 16, 2023 | November 15, 2023 | January 22, 2024 | February 19, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechina | US$ 4,000 | US$ 8,100 | US$ 8,750 | US$ 13,000 |
| BASIS | US$ 3,125 | US$ 5,919 | US$ 6,394 | US$ 9,500 |
| Students from Argentina | US$ $3,000 | US$ $5,608 | US$ $6,058 | US$ $9,000 |
Housing Refunds
Students who have accepted a room key and/or have moved personal possessions into a room and then wish to vacate University housing must submit written notification to the RIS Finance Office, Boyar 501/502.
Students who withdraw from an Ulpan and vacate University housing within the first three days of classes are issued a refund, provided they present an official clearance from the Housing Office confirming their departure.
Refunds are issued minus the payment for the days the student resided in the housing ($30 per day of occupancy). Students who do not withdraw from the program or who vacate their rooms after the first three days of classes are not issued refunds.
Semester/year students who cancel their housing reservation or vacate their room by October 15, 2023 , you will be charged $750.
Students who vacate the University housing between October 16, 2023 and the end of the autumn semester (January 22, 2024) are charged for the entire month in which they vacate their rooms plus one additional month of rent.
After the end of the autumn semester, no refund is available for the balance of the academic year.
Students who receive housing from the main Hebrew University Housing office are subject to their refund policy.
Registration and Housing Check-out Dates
| Program | Registration Dates | Housing Check-out Date (if applicable) |
|---|---|---|
| Summer Ulpan (without housing) | August 3, 2023 | — |
| Summer Ulpan (with housing) | August 2, 2023 | September 20, 2023 |
| Academic Year | October 11, 2023 | July 21, 2024 |
Tuition for the 25/26 academic year will be updated shortly
These tuition costs for Mechina Program and Sadarah students apply only to Israeli citizens who are residents of Israel, including new immigrants. If you are an international student or Israeli citizen who is not a resident of Israel, please see the page for International & Israeli Citizen Non-Residents.
Students taking more than one program (i.e., Summer Ulpan and Autumn Semester) are required to meet all their financial obligations by the deadline of the first program they will attend.
Application Fee
- NIS 430 (per academic year; non-refundable)
General Notes
- You are personally responsible for joining a health fund (kupat cholim) to ensure access to medical care.
- Discharged soldiers and those who completed National Service (Sherut Leumi) may qualify for scholarships from the Ministry of Defense.
- Scholarships are available from the Ministry of Education for Israeli citizens at a low socioeconomic level. Please contact us.
- Housing is arranged with the main Hebrew University Housing Office. The fees are paid in Israeli currency (NIS) monthly via a bank standing order. Learn more about housing.
Pre-Semester Program Requirements
You will take a placement exam to determine your placement in the language ulpan the summer before the start of your program.
| Summer Program | Tuition | Housing | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Ulpan (Levels Aleph – Gimmel) | NIS 8,580 or official scholarship letter from the Student Authority* | See info about housing here | July 3, 2023 |
| Summer Ulpan (Levels Delet – Vav) | NIS 6,100 or official Scholarship letter from the Student Authority* | July 3, 2023 |
*Scholarships received from the Council for Higher Education will be deducted from the NIS 4,560 tuition fee.
Learn more about the ulpan. Learn about scholarships and financial aid.
Academic Year
Program Tuition:
| Student Type | Tuition | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Israeli Citizens (with an Israeli Identity Card) | NIS 15,662* | September 19, 2023 |
| Sadara | NIS 15,377* | September 19, 2023 |
| New Immigrants – Student Authority | 888 NIS + Official Scholarship letter | September 19, 2023 |
| Discharged Israeli Soldiers / Sherut Leumi Participants | NIS 888 | September 19, 2023 |
*Scholarships received from the Council for Higher Education will be deducted from the NIS 15,662 tuition fee, or NIS 15,377 in Sadara.
Learn about scholarships and financial aid, or ask us about part-time study options.
معلومات مالية لطلاب شرقي القدس/Financial information for students from East Jerusalem.
Part-Time Students
You may opt to take up to two courses per semester, including Modern Hebrew. In order to calculate your total cost, add the Administrative Fee to your Course Fee per Semester costs. Note that one academic year course is equivalent to two semester courses.
| Period of Studies | Administrative Fee* | Course Fee Per Semester | Housing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | $810 | General Course – $400 per credit Language / Mathematics – $170 per weekly hour | $2,980 |
| Spring Semester | $850 | $3,930 | |
| Full Year | $1,240 | $7,180 | |
* Fees include health insurance.
Miscellaneous
| Miscellaneous Charges | |
|---|---|
| Replacement of student card | NIS 60 |
| Visa letter | US$ 15 |
| Hard copy of transcripts (beyond first five)* | US$ 15 |
| Request a certified e-transcript (one-time fee) | US$ 10 |
| Email an e-transcript to any specified address (per copy) | US$ 15 |
Refunds
Hebrew Language Courses & Part-Time Student Refunds
| DATE OF WITHDRAWAL | CHARGED |
|---|---|
| Prior to the beginning of program | NIS 800 |
| During the first three days of program | 25% of tuition fee |
| Between the fourth and sixth day | 50% of tuition fee |
| After the sixth day | 100% of tuition fee |
Tuition Refunds
Withdrawal from the program for any reason is only possible by filling out the Notice of Withdrawal form. This form must be approved and signed by the department. Students who withdraw prior to the beginning of the academic year/semester are charged a NIS 800 withdrawal fee and for any points they may have utilized for OSL activities. Once the academic year begins, the withdrawal charges are:
| From: | October 15, 2023 | November 15, 2023 | January 22, 2024 | February 19, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Israeli Citizens | NIS 4,129 | NIS 9,397 | NIS 10.180 | NIS 15,662 |
