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Summer & Short-Term Programs
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Why Choose
a Summer or Short-Term Program?
Hebrew University’s Rothberg International School
(RIS) offers stimulating courses for a culturally and
socially diverse, hands-on experience you won’t find
anywhere else. Benefits include:
• Enriching classes, engaging workshops, unique
activities, and local trips
• Wide array of courses to fit your interests and schedule
• Expert instruction from accomplished HebrewU and
visiting faculty
• Ideal location in Jerusalem, a diverse and innovative city
Join us at HebrewU, one of the world’s top 100
institutions and the highest-ranked university in Israel.
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Sample Summer Courses
• Emergence of the Modern State of Israel
• Conflict Resolution from Theory to Practice:
Israel as a Case Study
• The Body in Jewish Thought
• Trauma and Resilience: Theory and Practice
from the Israeli Experience
• Between Hamas and ISIS: Radical Islamic
Movements in a Changing Middle East
• International Summer Program in Economics
Education (ISEE)
• Transboundary Water Cooperation
• Archaeology of the New Testament
Summer Sessions
Study alongside students from more than 90 countries
in July or August, or combine courses from both sessions.
Courses are taught in English at the undergraduate and
graduate levels in all fields, with special focus in:
• Israel and Middle East Studies
• Language Studies in Hebrew and Arabic
• Religious Studies
• Social and Political Sciences
• Business and Legal Studies
• STEM
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Summer Language Programs
Our experienced faculty will support your development
through an intensive course in Hebrew or Arabic
that’s designed for your skill level – and you’ll get daily
practice while living in Jerusalem, one of the world’s
most historic, exciting, and diverse cities.
Having access to world-class
faculty at HebrewU really
helped. It was one-on-one –
something that you won’t get at
a large public school in the US.”
L. Eric Sundby, University of Oklahoma,
International Summer Program in
Economics Education (2016)
Summer Archaeological Field Schools
An exciting way to explore Israel and earn college credit,
HebrewU sponsors archaeological excavations at several
sites, such as Biblical Tel Hazor, Tel Abel Beth Maacah,
and Tel Lachish.
Winter Session
Take advantage of the semester break with a short
two- to three-week course and experience Israel at its
greenest. Options include:
• Coexistence in the Middle East
• Conflict Resolution from Religious Traditions
• Israeli and International Law: Mishpatim Seminar
• Biblical Archaeology in Israel

Enjoy Life at
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
You’ll study in beautiful Jerusalem, a center of hightech
entrepreneurship and rich culture. Our city offers
historic sites, trendy shops and festivals, and restaurants
with options for every taste and budget. You’ll also
benefit from our modern facilities and exceptional
student support.
Student Services
We offer personalized support to make sure your time
here is enjoyable, thought-provoking, and exciting. Our
Office of Student Life staff, including specially selected
multilingual Israeli students called madrichim, organize a
wide variety of activities and events – such as weekend
hikes, tours and day trips, and cultural events.
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For the last two summers,
I have studied at RIS at Hebrew
University, and I have had so
much fun both times. The staff,
professors, and other students are
wonderful and contributed to both
an enjoyable and intellectually
stimulating summer.”
Brenna Bormann, Iowa State University,
Summer Arabic Immersion and
Archaeology of the New Testament
(2016 and 2017)
Housing
You’ll live in apartment-style housing on campus –giving
you an opportunity to form new friendships with Israelis
and international students. Your madrichim also live on
campus, so they can assist you every step of the way.
Get to know your home away from home:
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Our Faculty
Our short-term courses and programs give you access
to accomplished members of the HebrewU faculty.
Our world-class faculty members are experts in their
fields and experienced in teaching a diverse
international group.
A Path to Success
Our summer and short-term programs will give you a
new perspective on your area of study – helping you
to meet your academic goals and expanding your
opportunities in the future.
Explore the
Possibilities
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Considering a Summer Course
or Short-Term Program?
Whatever your area of interest, schedule, or specific needs –
we can help match you with the perfect opportunity.
ELIGIBILITY
You can apply to one of our summer or short-term
programs if:
• You’ve been accepted into a recognized college
or university, or have successfully completed at
least one year of study at an accredited
institution of higher education
• You are fluent in English
Additional prerequisites vary by program.
COSTS & FUNDING
For current information on tuition, fees, housing,
and other costs, visit us online:
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Financial aid and scholarships are available. Learn more:
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APPLY
Ready to apply? You’ll find everything you need online:
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CONTACT US
We’re here to help! Contact us with
any questions you have.
Students from the US
Office of Academic Affairs
Email: hebrewu@hebrewu.org
Tel.: (212) 607 8520
Students from Canada
Canadian Friends of The Hebrew University
Email: admissions@cfhu.org
Tel.: (888) 432 7398
Students from Other Countries
Department of Summer Courses and
Special Programs
Email: rissummer@savion.hu ji.ac.il
Tel.: +972 2 588 2602
Fax: +972 2 588 2363
Rothberg International School
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Boyar Building, Mount Scopus
Jerusalem, Israel 9190501
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