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The Hebrew Univ. of Jerusalem
The program at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem offers UC students the opportunity to form an understanding of the complex relations between Israelis and Palestinians and between Israel and its neighboring Arab countries. The wide variety of courses offered by Hebrew University’s Rothberg International School (RIS) provides an interdisciplinary approach to your studies, with special emphasis placed on Jewish, Israel, or Middle East studies and Hebrew language.
 
Hebrew University is located on the eastern perimeter of Jerusalem, perched atop Mount Scopus. The campus and its dormitories provide a spectacular view of the old city on one side and the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea on the other.
 
Students on this program must be able to accept restriction of movement. Travel to specified areas inside and outside Jerusalem must be avoided and students are expected to closely follow all safety and security regulations and guidelines established by EAP, the Hebrew University, and the U.S. Department of State.
 
Students attend classes with international and/or host country students.

Course Opportunities

Regular university courses in your major or a related field are available. Of particular interest may be courses in ancient history, anthropology, archaeology, geography, Hebrew language and literature, history, international relations, political science, religious studies, and sociology.
 
RIS also offers:
  • An Arabic Immersion program taught in the classroom, social settings, and real-life interaction with the native-speaking Arab population, including field trips and special activities
  • ArtJerusalem with a wide variety of art courses at the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design
  • DanceJerusalem and Jerusalem Sounds taught at the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance (JAMD)
  • Spring in Jerusalem, an honors option with possible independent research and supervised internship opportunities

Students can take any combination of at least 18 UC quarter units at RIS and the Bezalel Academy or at RIS and JAMD. Each class at the Bezalel Academy and at JAMD has an associated lab fee that students pay independently.

 
Use the following resources to learn about courses on EAP:
 
  • EAP Program Search provides information on general areas of study.
  • Host institution online catalogs or course listings:
  • MyEAP Course Catalog lists courses previously taken by UC students. Additional courses may be available and not all courses may still be offered. Since courses in new programs have not yet been taken for credit, they may not appear in the MyEAP Course Catalog.
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Year participants may also participate in the winter Ulpan for an additional fee paid directly to Rothberg International School. Note: Students do not receive UC credit for courses that require them to pay tuition or enrollment fees in addition to the fees paid to the University of California.​

Units

You are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad (typically four courses) to meet the unit requirement of 18 UC quarter units per semester.  These 18 units are separate from any units earned during the Ulpan.
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Language of Instruction

English

You may be able take courses taught in Hebrew at Hebrew University if you pass a language placement exam at level "heh" or above.​ Law courses are taught in English at both Hebrew University and Rothberg international School.



Language Study

Hebrew
The program begins for all students with a required Hebrew intensive language program, known as an Ulpan. The “summer Ulpan” (Ulpan Session III) precedes the fall term for fall semester and year participants and occurs for three weeks in September.  The “winter Ulpan” precedes the spring term for spring participants and occurs for four weeks in January/February.
 
Hebrew language study is required during the fall term for fall and year students and during the spring term for spring students.
 
  • ArtJerusalem, DanceJerusalem, and Jerusalem Sounds participants may request exemption from Hebrew language study during the fall or spring semester.  Students in the Spring in Jerusalem honors option may request exemption from Hebrew language study during the honors program.  Students in the Arabic Immersion program should discuss Hebrew language study options upon arrival at the Rothberg International School.
 
  • Students who wish to study Arabic in addition to the required Hebrew langauge study may take Arabic as part of their regular course load.
 
  • Students who wish to substitute Arabic for the required Hebrew language study, have only one option at this time (due to number of units):  Literary Arabic, taught at three levels in the Graduate Department.  Note the Graduate Department has a different calendar, ending later than RIS and requiring a longer stay in housing, with increased housing cost.  Also, the timetabling of Literary Arabic may conflict with other courses being taken at RIS.
 
 
 
 
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Internships, Research, and Independent Study

Non-academic credit bearing internships are available. If you are interested in participating in an academic credit-bearing independent study, you may do so during the semester. This independent study may count as one of the five required courses.
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Duration

Go to the Participants section to see current or past calendars.
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Fall :  
early September through the first week of January​

Spring :  
mid-January to early June​

Year :  
early September to early June​
 

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​Extension of EAP participation is possible from the fall to the year.

Housing

You are required to live in a dormitory on campus for security reasons. The residence halls have the usual amenities, a hospital is nearby, and there is a shuttle bus service to other parts of the campus and into the city. A well-trained staff of Residence Advisors is always available and also makes plans for many off-campus excursions and other events. You can be as busy, informed, and entertained as you choose to be.
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On-site Support

EAP students are supported by UC's network of EAP offices at every UC campus and partnerships with EAP host universities throughout the world. Local staff abroad help students integrate into the culture of Israel and provide assistance with academics, housing, safety, and other issues.
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​See the EAP Program Guide (PDF) for program-specific details about host institutions, program structure, and courses; academic culture and conduct; internships, research, & independent study; units, exams, and grades; orientation; housing; and information about the intensive language program (if applicable).

Host Institutions

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Hanoi University
The Hebrew University (HU), Israel’s first national university, was founded in 1925 as a symbol of the cultural rebirth of the Jewish nation in its ancestral homeland. It now enrolls more than 24,000 students of all races and religions studying on four campuses; these include 12,000 undergraduates, 7,600 MA students, and 2,600 doctoral candidates. There are 1,200 tenured academic faculty and 1,500 full-time administrative and technical staff. Hebrew University opened its first program for international students in 1955 with 22 students.
 
EAP students primarily attend courses offered at HU’s Rothberg International School (RIS). RIS has become an international educational arena, attracting students from around the world. The School offers a flexible, interdisciplinary program comprising Hebrew language, Jewish studies, Israel or Middle East studies, and a diverse range of courses spanning the humanities, social sciences, and sciences taught either in English at RIS or in Hebrew at Hebrew University.
 
 
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Estimated Cost

Participation in UCEAP is a great value! The cost of studying abroad on UCEAP programs is typically less than that of non-UC study abroad programs. The dollar figures listed in the chart represent: 1) the amount of the fees that are paid directly to UCEAP in the current year, and 2) an estimate of the amount needed to cover personal living expenses in this location. Personal travel and entertainment are not included here.
 
Don't forget that you take your financial aid with you and the amount of your financial aid package will take into account the estimated TOTAL COST of this experience, as it is estimated below.
 
These expenses are estimated for 2012-13. Amounts will vary for 2012-13 participation due to potential changes to UC fees, exchange rate fluctuation, etc. Non-Resident Fees apply: If you are subject to out-of-state tuition at your UC campus, you will pay the same fees on UCEAP. For a more detailed breakdown of 2012-13 payment information, visit the Participants Portal and select the appropriate program. 
 
Here’s what is included in the estimate:
 
  • Predeparture expenses (health clearance, student visa, etc.)
  • Round-trip airfare
  • UC fees
  • Cost of attending the host university
  • Accident and medical insurance
  • On-site orientation
  • Hebrew Ulpan (intensive language program)
  • Room and board
  • Local transportation
  • Optional excursions
  • Books and other incidental expenses
  • Automatic transfer of credits and grades to your UC transcript
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Estimated EAP Costs*

Options Cost
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Year
  • $19,100
  • $18,600
  • $33,600
*Based on most recent costs to the nearest $100.

Scholarships

UCEAP scholarships for the 2012-13 academic year are available. Please visit our scholarships overview page for general information and details  regarding eligibility requirements and application deadlines.

Application Requirements

Class Level:

Junior, Senior, Graduate

Language Prerequisites:

Hebrew
- The University-level language requirement is: minimum 0 quarters / 0 semesters.
* Required for fall semester and academic year students during the fall term and for spring semester students during the spring term.

GPA:

3.00 cumulative GPA at the time of application and maintained through the end of the last term prior to departure.

Minimum Criteria:

 All applicants must also have:
  • Serious academic goals and a clear plan for integrating EAP studies into the student's UC degree program
  • Social and cross-cultural sensitivity; maturity; ability to adapt successfully to a different environment and an new education system; ability to assess and exhibit appropriate behavior in a variety of situations
  • A willingness to abide by program regulations
  • An endorsement by the Campus EAP Selection Committee and completion of all campus-specific requirements (an interview may be required)

Deadlines

Application deadlines and information on the application process are available through your Campus EAP Office. Supplemental predeparture materials will be required for many programs, including, but not limited to, host institution applications, visa and housing applications, medical clearances, etc.

For participation in the program, you must meet all deadlines and submit complete application materials.

Visit your Campus EAP Office for more information: