Reichman University

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Reichman University

Reichman University boasts an international school student body of approximately 2,500 students from over 90 countries around the world , all enrolled in full-degree English language degrees. RU is located in the beautiful beach city of Herzliya.

English Language Degrees

🎓 Business Administration (BA)

The BA in Business Administration is a three-year program, designed to prepare students for managerial and entrepreneurial positions in a breadth of professional arenas in the business world. The theme of the Arison School of Business as reflected by its cutting-edge education program is "managerial agility and innovation."

🎓 Business Administration & Economics (BA)

In the competitive marketplace, interdisciplinary knowledge provides graduates a significant advantage in various professional and academic fields. Business executives need a solid understanding of local and global economic factors, while economists must acquire theoretical and practical business tools. The double major in business administration and economics offers a multi-dimensional understanding of the global economy and business world, providing students with the quantitative and analytical skills necessary for success in both private and public sectors

🎓 Communications (BA)

Have you always wanted to know how to tackle fake news? How to use virtual reality to solve crises? How to design a technological product that suits users and makes them want to use it? How power struggles between tech giants will shape our future? How AI tools can be leveraged in the communications industry? And how to create campaigns with effective impact? These are just a few of the questions you will explore at the School of Communications at Reichman University.

🎓 Computer Science (BSc)

As the IT and high-tech sectors are experiencing rapid growth, there is an increasing need for highly skilled computer science graduates in both the local and global markets. The program includes a rigorous, analytical foundation in mathematics; a thorough understanding of computer science and IT theory; and practical software development skills. Reichman University computer science students receive an average of three job offers from the biggest high-tech companies during their last year of studies.

🎓 Economics and Entrepreneurship with Data Science (BA)

The Double Major program in Economics, Entrepreneurship with Data Science provides a multi-dimensional understanding of the global economy and the business world, while giving the students hands-on knowledge to start their own business or startup, a knowledge which is taught both by academic experts as well as industry specialists. The Data part of the degree provides the students with unique data analysis and programming skills. The graduates of this program have superb quantitative and analytical skills as well as leadership skills which allow them to excel in the private and public sector.

🎓 Entrepreneurship & Business Administration (BA)

The double major undergraduate program in Entrepreneurship and Business Administration is the first of its kind in Israel. The Adelson School of Entrepreneurship, a unique and innovative school in the Israeli landscape, strives to promote academic, research, educational study and practice in the field of entrepreneurship and business in Israel. The program is intended for students who are interested in establishing new innovative startups or new initiatives in organizations.

🎓 Entrepreneurship (BA) & Computer Science (BSc)

The program provides students with practical tools and skills for building prototypes of innovative technological products, as well as for designing a business plan with the guidance of leading mentors from the Israeli startup community, entrepreneurs and investors. The program is the first of its kind in Israel and operates in the Adelson School of Entrepreneurship, a unique and innovative school in the Israeli landscape that strives to promote academic, research and educational study and practice in the field of entrepreneurship in Israel.

🎓 Government (BA)

The BA program in Government prepares students for careers in Israel and abroad in the fields of public policy and administration, diplomacy and foreign policy, and strategy and security. Thanks to its strong emphasis on theoretical foundations, leadership development, and practical tools, the degree equips future leaders, scholars, and policymakers with the necessary knowledge and skills to navigate the most critical challenges of the 21st century.

🎓 Psychology (BA)

The School of Psychology aims to provide students with the knowledge, tools and practical experience to enable them to fulfill their aspirations contribute to the wellbeing of individuals and society, and go on to advanced degree studies. Students are exposed to new fields in psychology, and core courses include clinical psychology, social psychology, neuroscience, and criminology.

All undergraduate degree programs at Reichman University are in English and take 3 years to complete.
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JLIC Community

Jewish Life At Reichman University

JLIC Mizrachi Herzliya is a vibrant and rapidly growing community of hundreds of young Jews making their lives in Israel, including students at Reichman University and other local universities, lone soldiers, young professionals, and olim chadashim from around the world.
A robust Shabbat life with tefilla and meals with hundreds of students
JLIC student centers on and off campus
All daily minyanim
Torah classes, including weekly Lunch and Learn on campus
Social programming and volunteer opportunities
Dedicated staff to care for needs of all students
JLIC Directors

Rabbi Ben and Ellie Menora

Rabbi Ben and Ellie Menora recently joined the JLIC Mizrachi Herzliya team as Co-Directors. Previously, they had been Co-Directors of JLIC at Binghamton since 2021. They live in Herzliya with their children Maayan, Hodaya Malka, Moshe, Ayelet Rachel and Adi Rivka. Rav Ben made Aliya as a kid from Chicago, IL. He served 3 years in IDF’s Golani brigade, learned in Yeshivat Kerem B’Yavneh (KBY) both before and after his army service, then earned an LL.B. at Bar-Ilan University, splitting his time between the law library and the BIU Kollel. After 2 years at a corporate law firm, Ben joined...
Rabbi Ben and Ellie Menora

Rabbi Ben and Ellie Menora recently joined the JLIC Mizrachi Herzliya team as Co-Directors. Previously, they had been Co-Directors of JLIC at Binghamton since 2021. They live in Herzliya with their children Maayan, Hodaya Malka, Moshe, Ayelet Rachel and Adi Rivka.

Rav Ben made Aliya as a kid from Chicago, IL. He served 3 years in IDF’s Golani brigade, learned in Yeshivat Kerem B’Yavneh (KBY) both before and after his army service, then earned an LL.B. at Bar-Ilan University, splitting his time between the law library and the BIU Kollel. After 2 years at a corporate law firm, Ben joined the Kollel at Yeshivat Har Etzion (Gush) studied education at Herzog College, and taught 7th grade boys for a stint. When he can find the time, Ben enjoys a good run, jam session, any kind of puzzle, and a good schmooze.

Ellie made Aliya from London with her parents and five siblings. She started training in gymnastics and swimming at the age of 5 and is a certified instructor in both. Ellie studied at Midreshet Tehillah, earned her BSN at Machon Tal in Jerusalem, and is a trained kallah teacher. Before moving to Binghamton, Ellie was an ER nurse in Shaare Zedek hospital and volunteered as a medic for Magen David Adom. Ellie thoroughly enjoys hiking, running, swimming and a good cup of coffee.

Your Voices

From The Students

“Even since I made aliyah, finding a synagogue I felt connected and comfortable to go to was a mission. Thanks to JLIC, I don’t have to worry about that anymore!”
“I feel so comfortable in Israel because I have a strong Jewish community.”
“The JLIC program has helped strengthen my overall Israel experience by giving me a community to make me feel at home.”
"Studying at Reichman was incredible—I got top-notch education, built an amazing community, and had endless opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. It was the perfect place to launch my life in Israel!"
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FAQs about Reichman University

Application Process and Admissions Requirements

Do programs at Reichman University require ACTs/SATs?

The programs do not require, but scores can sometimes help individuals in quantitative subjects, because they provide further indication.

What other admissions requirements are there at your school?

Each school with the RRIS has its own admissions requirements. Normally on the average a “B” average and above is required. For quantitative subjects, advanced math is required.  It is not possible to give one general idea.  For example, for government or communications a solid “B” average works. For psychology it is preferred to have studied biology. For computer sciences one must have done advanced calculus and must pass a summer mechina, etc. For business, economics, entrepreneurship one must be strong in math, and grades such as an “A” in math will help the individual get accepted.

See more about admissions requirements here.

When is application season?

From November 1 until July 15th.

There are last minute acceptances if there is still room.

If a student wants to apply in high school, can s/he defer admissions and take a gap year?

Yes.

What are the requirements for someone who did high school in the U.S. and wants to apply to a Hebrew-language degree program? 

The same basic requirements as one would need for the English-language track.

Can a student get credit for APs taken in high school?

It depends on what they studied.  Each one is looked at on its own merits.  (Often not).

Can a student get credit for classes taken on a gap year program? 

Only if the courses are relevant to the subject being studied.

If a student studies at an accredited university/college abroad for one or several semesters, will programs at Reichman University accept transfer credits?

Yes.

See more information on transfer students here.

If a student decides to take a break from study and serve in the army or sherut leumi, can he or she resume studies afterwards?

IDF is above all. A person can apply and get accepted to RU, and delay for a whole three years or in the middle. The IDF transcends all.

 

Finances

What is the cost of tuition?

US $16,900

What is the cost of student housing? 

US $11,400.

What kind of financial assistance is available for housing?

The Ministry of Absorption grant is available for those who are olim. No financial assistance for housing is available from the university.

What scholarships are available for students to Reichman university (including those who make aliyah and those who don’t)?

Those who do not make aliya can receive a Masa scholarship in the first year and a needs-based scholarship for tuition based on their socio economic profile.  Olim receive the regular sal klita benefits but can also receive our needs-based scholarships.  There are, of course, special scholarships for soldiers and reservists and we have 300 lone soldiers on campus.

What type of health insurance is available to students and what is the cost?

Health insurance is available for US $1600 from an Israeli insurance company

What other expenses can a student expect to incur?

A person will need US $16,900 for tuition, US $11,400 for dorms, US $6,000 for food, US $1,500 for insurance. A student needs around US $35,000 a year all inclusive. Many of our students work and make anywhere from $6,000 to $10,000 per annum in various available jobs.

 

Living Arrangements

Where do most students who attend Reichman University live?

550 international students live in the dorms, 1,900 live in apartments around the campus and some live in neighboring satellite towns in the Sharon area and in Tel Aviv.

Many students in the JLIC community live in the area slightly East and South of campus.

After the school year is over is there a place for students to live over the summer?

Yes.

What types of accommodations are there for religious students in the dorms?

Special floors, Shabbat elevator, synagogue, shiurim outside the dorms, dozens of activities with a strong JLIC.

General

What accommodations are available for students with learning disabilities?

All learning accommodations are available in accordance with regulations for Israel campuses. We have special dorm rooms for students with disabilities.

What is the connection between Israeli students and international students?

There is a natural connection since 25 percent of the students in the international school are Israelis. In all of the extra curricular activities, especially in the clubs, there is a lot of connection and through events of the student union and our social and cultural division.

How do the degrees at Reichman University transfer to other countries if students were to plan to work outside of Israel?

They transfer perfectly. We are a fully fledged university with PHD programs and research all approved by the Council for Higher Education.

Hundreds of our students get jobs, we have job fairs, and we have a career placement office. They also get into grad school in the finest universities in the world.