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Israel: Hebrew University of Jerusalem - Application, Visa & Costs

Picture: Hebrew University Campus

A scenic view of the Hebrew University Campus

Application

Partner deadlines require students to submit all application materials to AU Abroad by March 15 (Fall and Full Year programs; please not that this is two weeks prior to our Enclave application deadline) and October 15 (Spring programs).

In addition to the application materials listed on our Apply page, students are required to do the following for Hebrew University's application:

Pleases note: All materials for the Hebrew University application should be dropped off at the AU Abroad office. Please do not send anything directly to their office. AU Abroad will collect your materials and send your complete application to Hebrew University's Academic Affairs office in NYC.

1. Complete the On-line Application

2. Submit the following supplemental forms to AU Abroad:

  • Two copies of the on-line application comfirmation page
  • Three passport-sized photographs (affix to the application form with your name and social security number written on the back of each photo)
  • Two official, sealed academic transcripts
  • Two confidential academic letters of recommendation in sealed envelopes. Use this form.
  • Two copies of your current one-page resume (detailing academic honors, published materials, extracurricular or community activities, foreign study, and recent employment experience)
  • Two copies of one-page personal statement (see application)
  • Two photocopies of the inside identification page of your passport
  • Two copies of the Hebrew Placement Exam Answer Sheet. The Hebrew Placement Exam is designed to assess Hebrew proficiency, and is used to place students in the appropriate class according to their level. The exam should be completed individually, within one hour, and without using a dictionary.
    - Exam Part 1- Those who do not know any Hebrew should submit the first page only. All others should submit all four pages of part 1 and answer as much as they can.
    - Exam Part 2- Those who completed part 1 should proceed to the questions in part 2 and circle their answers on the answer sheet. When submitting the exam, students should only send the four pages of the first part.
  • Two copies of the Medical Examination Report
  • Study Abroad Approval Form
  • Application fee of $60 (plus late fee, if applicable) made payable to The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Please be sure the applicant's name appears on the check or money order.

Cost

Information on program fees for AU Abroad Partners may be found here. More information on our fees can be found on our Costs page.

Visa Information

Upon acceptance, Hebrew University will provide students with a visa letter if required. AU Abroad will distribute the letters to students. Students are responsible for contacting the Israeli Embassy or Consulate to find out which additional documents are needed to obtain a student visa.

Advisor Contact Information

Please contact Brita Doyle for more information on this program.


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