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  University of Haifa, International School – Academic Semester and Year Program  

Students who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at their home university as well as recent university graduates are invited to study at the University of Haifa in the International School for a semester or a year. The program grants a unique study- abroad experience combining challenging academics with the opportunity to be immersed in an Israeli university and in Israeli society. All of the courses in The International School are taught in English and are fully accredited. Students who are pro . cient in Hebrew are welcome to take courses in all other departments of the university. Students are encouraged to participate in a full range of social activities, including trips, tours, celebrations, and lectures.



"I am glad that I had the opportunity to spend a year in Haifa. It is exciting and interesting, I would recommend to everyone to take the chance and come to Israel for a program or more."
Zsuzsi Rothschild, Hungary, Program Participant

"My program confirmed my love for Israel and allowed me to meet incredible people I would have never been able to encounter."
Aviva Levy, Canada, Program Participant

Core contents of the program:
Academic studies, living with Israeli students at the campus dorms, social activities program, volunteer opportunities, language immersion.

What does it include?
Academic studies, Hebrew language studies, social activities program, dormitories, health insurance, volunteer program.

Extras:
Academic credits: The University of Haifa is an accredited university under the auspices of Israel’ s Ministry of Education. All courses are academically accredited in accordance with the standards and criteria of North American and European universities. Integration/immersion in campus life: At the International School, we make every e . ort possible to integrate the students completely into campus life. Students in the International School may have Israeli students enrolled in the courses they choose to take. In the dormitories on campus, students will live with Israeli roommates. Additionally, through the numerous volunteer and internship possibilities, students will get to experience Israel firsthand as they leave campus to meet Israelis and participate in Israeli society.

* New Honors Programs:
Honors Programs in Peace & Conflict Studies
Honors Program in Jewish Culture & Civilization
Please see our website for more information



 

Contact in Israel:
University of Haifa
The International School
Mt. Carmel, Haifa 31905
972-4-824-0766
972-4-824-0391 (Fax)
info@mail.uhaifa.org
www.uhaifa.org

Program Information:
Starting Date:
Fall Semester: August 2008 ( Including Summer Ulpan), Spring Semester: January 2009 ( Including Winter Ulpan), Full academic year program: October 2008
Ending date: Fall Semester: January 2009, Spring Semester: June 2009, Full academic year program: June 2009
Duration ( months) : Fall academic semester: 5 months, Spring academic semester: 5 months, Full academic year program: 8 months
Ages: 19- 30. One year of university or more completed at a home university
Open to participants from: All countries
Language of program: English
Home base in Israel: The University of Haifa
Religious Affiliation Non-denominational

For cost, please contact the program directly.

 
 

 

 
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