Call for Applications: Summer School in Jewish Studies
Jewish Civilization:
From Then to Now
Join leading scholars from Bar-Ilan University’s Jewish Studies Faculty for an unforgettable two-week academic journey across Israel. Explore the evolution of Jewish civilization through dynamic classroom study, primary text analysis, and on-site learning at key historical, cultural, and archaeological sites.
Explore Jewish Civilization
Explore Jewish Civilization where it allhappens, from the start of Israelite nation tothe start-up nation. Join leading scholars of Bar-Ilan’s Jewish Studies faculty for an intensive two-week course combing classroom reading of primary texts with on-site lectures and explorations at major archeological, cultural and historical sites around Israel. Open to outstanding graduate students and undergraduates from around the world.
What to Expect
Rigorous Academic Curriculum Academic Credit
Daily study sessions, interactive workshops, and guided discussions
On-Site Lectures at major archeological and cultural sites across Israel
Faculty Instructors are from the Departments of Bible, Talmud, Jewish History, Jewish Philosophy, Hebrew Language and Literature, Jewish Art, Land of Israel Studies and Archaeology, and Middle Eastern Studies.
Dates
May 31 – June 11, 2026
Location
Bar-Ilan University Campus, Israel
Target Audience
Outstanding BA and MA students in Jewish Studies and related fields.
Application Requirements:This is a selective, honors-level program. Applications must include a CV and one academic letter of recommendation. All submissions will be reviewed by the academic committee. Participation is limited.
Program Cost and Scholarships:The cost of the program is $3,000, including academic credit, room and board, site visits, and all program activities.
Participants are responsible for their own travel arrangements.
A limited number ofmerit-based scholarships will be awarded to exceptionally qualified students.
Organizing Committee
Prof. Tova Ganzel Prof. Yehuda Halper Prof. Yigal Levin Prof. Aren Maeir
Prof. Arnon Atzmon, Head of the Multidisciplinary Department of Jewish Studies
Application and Admission
For further information and to apply, please contact: multi.judaic@biu.ac.il
