The Israel Student Authority operates through the Ministry of Aliyah and Integration, encouraging young Olim from around the world to study in Israel.
The Israel Student Authority is a vital link between immigrant students (Olim) and higher education in Israel.
We are the most significant official supportive body that assists young immigrant students.
Our assistance and support will enable you to succeed in your studies, integrate into the Israeli society and build your career later on.
Register here if you have not made Aliyah yet
(for example- if you are a tourist in Israel, Masa participant, planning your Aliyah etc.)
Olim- If you have already made Aliyah, please Apply here
From Advice about Choosing a Study Track to Funding Tuition - the Student Authority Guides You Throughout Your Academic & Social Absorption Process in Israel.
Tuition
A full university tuition scholarship! We cover full tuition (up to a standard university fee) for each year of the structured program.
Pre-academic programs
Pre-academic programs to prepare the student Olim for academic studies in Israel. Including Mechinat Olim or Pre-Academic Program –TAKA.
Choosing a Study Track
Assistance in choosing a study track/academic institution and constructing a study program. This is accomplished by using a professional institute that helps you find the suitable track for you, based on your interests and skills.
Social and Cultural Activities
Getting to know Israel via trips, seminars and social gatherings while expanding your social network.
A network of counselors
A network of counselors throughout the university and college campuses in Israel on a collective and individual basis.
Personal Support
Social workers and psychologists for personal support.
Academic assistance and tutoring
There are private and group lessons being funded by the Israel Student Authority and provided by the Academic institute to further advance students' success in their studies.
Preparation courses for the Yael Test
Provided courses that help students succeed at the YAEL exam which is needed in order to either be accepted to a higher education institute or be exempt from mandatory Hebrew classes within the institutes.
English or Hebrew courses
As part of the admission requirements each student is required to reach a certain level of Hebrew or English. There are academic preparation courses offered by most institutions in order to reach the "exemption" level.
New Olim (Ole Chadash)/Returning Minors (Katin Hozer)/ Citizens Olim (Ezrach Ole) – as defined by the Ministry of Aliyah and Integration.
Students must begin their studies within 36 months of receiving status, not including army or national service.
Start studies:
Students who receive over two and a half years of assistance from the Israel student authority are required to volunteer in "Shahak" (voluntary community work). This program will enable students to integrate into Israeli society in the best possible way through giving back to the community.
A full university tuition! We cover full tuition (up to a standard university fee) for each year of the structured program
For example:
Assistance for Mechinat Olim (preparatory year) or TAKA is given in addition to assistance for regular studies! Mechinat Olim is ONLY funded for students obligated by the institute to do the Mechina, in case their high school diploma is not recognized in Israel for Academic Studies.
Register Here if you have not made Aliyah yet
(for example- if you are a tourist in Israel, Masa participant, planning your Aliyah etc.)
Olim- If you have already made Aliyah, please Apply here
When you choose to study in Israel, we have a series of programs that will prepare you for the Israeli academic system, and will bring your Hebrew to the level needed in order to succeed. These options serve as additional assistance to the academic scholarship we offer.
Every ulpan in Israel enables students to study Hebrew starting from the most basic levels.
MECHINA: University preparatory program, full academic year OR Taka: The Pre-Academic 5 month program.
Every ulpan in Israel enables students to study Hebrew starting from the most basic levels.
MECHINA: University preparatory program, full academic year OR Taka: The Pre-Academic 5 month program.
A university preparatory program.
Full academic year: Summer ulpan + 2 semesters
Students, who have high school diplomas or certificates, not equal to an Israeli matriculation, did not study for at least 2 semesters at an academic institute abroad and want to study for undergraduate degree at certain institutes in Israel.
A university preparatory program.
Full academic year: Summer ulpan + 2 semesters
Students, who have high school diplomas or certificates, not equal to an Israeli matriculation, did not study for at least 2 semesters at an academic institute abroad and want to study for undergraduate degree at certain institutes in Israel.
Preparing academic program.
5-10 months.
Opens twice a year
The following Academic degrees were designed especially for olim, on which during the first year offer introduction and completion courses taught in English/Russian while also attending intensive ulpan and gradually take courses in Hebrew starting on the program's second year.
* The opening of the program is conditioned by minimal registration requirement.
Register Here if you have not made Aliyah yet
(for example- if you are a tourist in Israel, Masa participant, planning your Aliyah etc.)
Olim- If you have already made Aliyah, please Apply here
As a country with hardly any natural resources, the secret to Israel's growth and development is its rich human resources, reflected by the number of Israeli academics who have won a Nobel prize or other international prizes and the number of Hi Tech startups.
* There is a vast variety of studying options in Hebrew or English in Israel, there is a place for everyone!
We recommend you to study in Hebrew in Israel, though there are some options to study in English.
I made friends from all over the world. Together, we were new Olim, young adults, who often worked together to start our lives in Israel.
There are number of activities, trips, vocational orientation and short journeys through Israel, which provides integration and help with the absorption.
TAKA is a program suitable for those who want to learn Hebrew quickly and are willing to invest hard work to achieve this goal. All the studies were in Hebrew. You have to study hard, but it's worth it!
TAKA allowed me to find my way socially and professionally.. TAKA is more than just Hebrew lessons; it's a social experience we take with us for life.
I study Nutrition at Hebrew University. I study in Hebrew with Israeli's and one of the great things that Minahel Hastudentim offers every month are social activities, both on campus and off, which allows me to connect with other Olim!
My time in Israel has been life changing. I was planning on staying here for only a short time, but thankfully for the Student Authority I have been able to make it my home and stay longer.
I made friends from all over the world. Together, we were new Olim, young adults, who often worked together to start our lives in Israel.
Talia – USA
There are number of activities, trips, vocational orientation and short journeys through Israel, which provides integration and help with the absorption.
TAKA is a program suitable for those who want to learn Hebrew quickly and are willing to invest hard work to achieve this goal. All the studies were in Hebrew. You have to study hard, but it's worth it!
TAKA allowed me to find my way socially and professionally.. TAKA is more than just Hebrew lessons; it's a social experience we take with us for life.
I study Nutrition at Hebrew University. I study in Hebrew with Israeli's and one of the great things that Minahel Hastudentim offers every month are social activities, both on campus and off, which allows me to connect with other Olim!
My time in Israel has been life changing. I was planning on staying here for only a short time, but thankfully for the Student Authority I have been able to make it my home and stay longer.
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