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Application Guide

Admissions to Israeli Universities

You apply straight to each university, online. English-taught programmes ask for your degree or school results, an English test, letters and an essay. Hebrew is not needed for them at Tel Aviv University (TAU).

Israel University Applications

Language Proficiency
TAU: IELTS Academic 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 79. Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HUJI) MA in Jewish Studies: TOEFL 80 or IELTS 6.
Documents
Official transcripts and diploma, with official English translations if needed

How international students apply to English-taught programmes in Israel.

Admissions Journey

Your Path to Israeli Universities

The steps from choosing a programme to getting your visa.

1

Research programmes

Find English-taught programmes at TAU, HUJI, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology (Technion) and other universities.

2

Check you qualify

Check the degree, minimum grade and English score each programme asks for.

3

Prepare papers

Transcripts, diploma, CV, essay, two letters and an English test.

4

Apply online

Apply on the university website and pay the application fee: USD 150 (US dollars) at TAU, USD 120 at HUJI.

5

Interview and decision

Some programmes interview you. HUJI often decides within about two weeks.

6

Accept and get your visa

Pay your deposit to the university, then apply for your A/2 student visa (Israel's visa for students).

Key Application Deadlines

October intake (the month a course starts)
  • Most English-taught programmes start in October.
  • Applications for October 2027 start opening in November 2026 at many universities.
  • Technion graduate applications for the winter semester (it starts in October) are due before 1 April.
Spring intake (March)
  • Some graduate programmes take students in spring.
  • Technion - Israel Institute of Technology graduate applications for spring are due before 1 November.

Check each programme's own dates.

Key Components

Comprehensive Admissions Guide

Explore every aspect of the Israel university application process through our detailed guides on eligibility, documents, and submission procedures.

Eligibility Requirements
Who can apply to an English-taught programme.

Key Information

TAU Security and Diplomacy MA: any bachelor's, 80 out of 100 in the Israeli grading system.
HUJI: a bachelor's from a university it recognises.
2 key points
Documents
The papers you upload when you apply.

Key Information

Official transcripts from every university you attended.
Official English translations where needed.
2 key points
Application Deadlines
When to apply.

Key Information

HUJI runs early, regular and late rounds (a round is a period when applications are open).
Technion graduate: before 1 April (winter) or 1 November (spring).
2 key points
Language Tests
The English scores you need.

Key Information

TAU: English level B2 (good working English), or IELTS Academic 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 79.
Some students who studied fully in English can ask not to take the test.
2 key points
Essay and Letters
How to write your essay and get letters.

Key Information

At least one letter from a university teacher.
Letters often go straight from the people who write them.
2 key points
How to Apply
The application steps.

Key Information

TAU: Lowy International School portal.
HUJI: Rothberg International School site.
2 key points
Application Tips

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

Even qualified applicants can face rejection due to application errors. Be aware of these common mistakes to increase your chances.

Wrong English test

Not every test is accepted.

Transcripts not official

Some programmes want transcripts sent by your university.

Applying late

Late rounds can cost more.

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