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Neve School of General Jewish Studies (SGJS) Including Mechina and Pre-Shalhevet Year Program September 1, 2003-May 23, 2004 The
Year Program at the Neve School of General Jewish Studies is a full-time
Jewish studies program designed for the inquiring Jewish woman interested in
deepening her knowledge of Judaism. Participants come with varying
backgrounds of Jewish education, ranging from minimal to highly advanced. All
share, however, a desire to enhance the spiritual dimension of their lives.
The program is open to Jewish women ages 19 and over. Offered on levels from
beginners to advanced, the program meets each student’s needs with
flexibility. The
program is designed to accommodate both long-term and short-term enrollment.
It is preferred, however, that students plan to stay a full academic year,
but if they cannot, a minimum stay of four weeks is required. Place: The program takes place at Neve Yerushalayim’s
beautiful campus in Har Nof, Jerusalem. Housing is provided in
student residence buildings on campus. (Those over 30 years of age need
special permission to reside in dormitories.) Students may also choose to
reside off campus. Full meal service is offered in Neve’s dining hall. Tuition
and Fees: The costs for the
ten-month Neve Academic Year 2003-2004, excluding the summer, are as follows: Tuition $5,800 Room $2,800 Full Board $2,800 Total $11,400 Shorter stays at Neve are pro-rated. Monthly fees
are $1,140 or $285.00 per week. Minimum stay is four weeks, but exceptions
may be made for former students. Tuition and fees are payable in U. S.
dollars or in the equivalent exchange rate on the date on which payment is
made. The above costs do not include airfare. A needy student who is unable to pay full tuition, should seek scholarship assistance for study in Israel from her synagogue, local Jewish Federation, foundations, sponsors, etc. If she still cannot meet the full educational cost, she may apply to Neve for financial assistance. Depending upon the student’s economic circumstance, Neve will defer part of the tuition until the student is able to repay the obligation she incurred. The student should request this financial assistance when she applies to the school. Medical Insurance: Students are urged to obtain, if possible, full medical coverage
from home for their stay in Israel. Students, moreover, are required to
enroll in an Israeli health plan. The health plan that provides coverage for hospitalization
only (up to 90 days) in cases of injury or serious illness
occurring for the first time in Israel, costs U.S.$50. This plan does not
cover visits to doctors’ offices, the cost of medication, or dental work.
Another Israeli health plan that covers hospitalization, doctors’ visits, and
prescriptions costs approximately U. S. $1.00 a day. Schedule: A full-time program of classes covering a wide
range of Jewish studies is given Sundays through Thursdays. The program
includes lectures, small-group discussions, and one-to-one study, as well as
these highlights: v
Special programs and
guest lectures on current social, ideological, and political issues in Israel v
Multi-level Hebrew Ulpan v
Full and half-day
tours throughout Israel to places of religious, historical, and current
interest; scenic areas; national parks; etc. v
Shabbat programs
including home hospitality in different communities, group programs on
campus, and home hospitality by faculty members Study Programs: The study program is offered on nine levels: ·
Introductory Mechina Level:
Assumes little or no previous Jewish studies. A wide range of classes in all
areas of Jewish studies, with emphasis on philosophy and practice. ·
Six Intermediate
Neve Levels plus an Advanced Level: For students who have had some Jewish
studies background. Instruction is given in improving textual learning
skills, in addition to the topics mentioned above. ·
Shalhevet: For
those with advanced Hebrew textual skills, who are able to study text sources
independently or with the help of a study partner (chavruta). The
program includes lectures, seminar sessions, and independent study projects. Tutorials: Optional one-to-one tutorials are available to
students on all levels in subjects of their choosing in the afternoon and
evening hours. College
Credit: Many North American
colleges and universities accept for transfer the credits earned at the Neve
School of General Jewish Studies. Applicants should check with the registrar
of their home college to ascertain the school’s policy. Upon
request, a transcript for courses successfully completed at the Neve School
of General Jewish Studies will be issued by the Neve office in Israel if the
student is in good academic and financial standing. The fee for each
transcript is U.S. $6.00. To
Apply: Download the application here or request an application from the address
below. Complete the form and mail to the admissions office of Neve
Yerushalayim in Israel together with two photos and a U.S. $25.00
non-refundable application fee. The application
form itself may be faxed to the Neve office, in which case the photos and
check should be sent by mail. If the criteria for acceptance is met, the student will be sent a medical questionnaire, (to be completed by a physician), two applicant evaluation forms to be filled out by the student’s rabbi, teacher, etc, and a waiver and release form. These forms are then sent to the Admissions Office together with the student’s high school and college transcripts. Financial arrangements must be completed before formal acceptance to the school is given. Flight
Arrangements: Students planning to
attend Neve’s programs must make their own flight arrangements. Travel
arrangements may be made with any travel agent of the participant’s choosing.
Please note that flight plans should not be finalized before acceptance to
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Addresses:
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In Israel General Jewish Studies Admissions Tel
011-972-2-654-4555 Main Office Fax:
011-972-2-651-9376 Transcripts: Main Office: |