Universities in Israel offer specialized academic preparation programs for young olim who possess high school graduation certificates not equivalent to the Israeli matriculation certificate. These programs serve as a pathway to bachelor’s degree enrollment.
The programs are offered at prestigious institutions like the: Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Bar-Ilan University, the University of Haifa, and the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology.
Completion of this preparatory program is often a prerequisite for admission to a bachelor’s degree program at participating universities.
The intensive curriculum incorporates:
- Advanced Hebrew Language: Designed to equip students with fluency and academic proficiency in Hebrew.
- English Language Studies: Maintains and develops English language skills.
- Selected Academic Courses: Tailored to specific degree programs, providing necessary foundational knowledge.
- Academic Reading and Writing: Develops essential skills for university-level coursework.
- Yael Test Preparation: Assists with passing the required standardized university entrance exam.
- Counseling and Guidance: Offers support in choosing a suitable degree program and navigating university life.
- Diverse Social Activities: Facilitates integration into the university community and Israeli society.
Eligibility:
- Young high school graduates (up to age 27) with non-equivalent foreign high school diplomas.