Admissions

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Year and Semester Program Admission Requirements

Self-motivation and a desire to learn are the most important requirements for studying at the Conservative Yeshiva. Prior formal Jewish text study is not required.

Most students in the Year Program have an undergraduate degree. Current college students are welcome to our Summer Program or Discover Jerusalem Semester for juniors and seniors. Interested high school graduates may apply to the United Synagogue Nativ Program, which offers a Conservative Yeshiva track.

Hebrew Level

English is the basic language of instruction though some high level courses may be taught in Hebrew. Hebrew is important since it is the language of most of the traditional texts. Therefore, Year Program students should attain at least level “Bet” Hebrew skills, according to the Israeli ulpan rating system. For students below this level, we recommend Ulpan study prior to the start of the school year. The Conservative Yeshiva offers a six-week summer Ulpan for incoming and summer students.

How to Apply

The application process consists of filling out our online application form, uploading a brief essay, and submitting two letters of recommendation.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; you should receive a decision within three weeks of submitting all materials.

Dates

September 5, 2011 to May 31, 2012.
Students are welcome to join the program for the full nine months or for a semester or shorter period.

Financial Aid

Students qualifying for MASA are eligible for grants of $3,000 and up, additional scholarships are available. Read more

Admission Requirements

Applicants should have an undergraduate college degree; previous text study is not required. Read more

Applying

Students who apply before April 30 receive priority for admissions and financial aid. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Application Form

Calendar

Daily Schedule

7:40 Optional Halacha Studies
8:00 Shacharit (morning service)
9:00 Talmud Chevruta and Shiur
12:30 Lunch
1:45 Hebrew Ulpan
3:00 Mincha (afternoon service)
3:15 Afternoon Classes
6:15 Ma'ariv (evening service)
7:00 Optional Evening Learning

Meet Us

The Conservative Yeshiva is a Project of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism.

Conservative Yeshiva of United Synagogue
8 Agron Street, PO Box 7456
Jerusalem, Israel
011-972-2-622-3116
011-972-2-624-6473 (fax)
Email yeshiva@uscj.org

The Conservative Yeshiva in Jerusalem is sponsored by JAFI and MASA The Project for Long Term Programs of the Government of Israel and the Jewish Agency for Israel.


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