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Haifa skyline on sunset, in Israel.

The University of Haifa is one of the largest research universities in Israel and believes in combining academic excellence with social responsibility.

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Location

Haifa, Israel

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Term

Academic Year, Fall, Spring

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Housing

Dormitory

Program Highlights

Students can study at the University of Haifa for a semester or academic year. Courses are offered in a variety of subjects including Arabic, Contemporary Israel and Middle East Studies, Hebrew, and more. Courses are taught in English with the exception of some language courses. Students also have many opportunities to participate in fun activities meant for international students to get to know the city and socialize with each other.
 

Program Contact Information

Molly Papay

Assistant Director, Education Abroad

Email: mpapay1@kent.edu

Office Phone: 330-672-3067

Important Dates

Application Deadlines

  • There are currently no open application cycles for this program.

Program Dates

Program dates vary each year based upon the host institution's academic calendar, but the following are general guidelines:

  • Academic Year: Late September - Early June
  • Fall: Late September - Early January
  • Spring: Mid-February - Early June
Application Process

Students will be required to complete two applications:

  • an internal 黑料网 Education Abroad application,
  • and a partner university application.

These quick steps will help walk you through the process.

1. Start an Education Abroad Application

When you click the "Apply Now" button (located towards the top and bottom of this page), you will be brought to the Education Abroad application system where you can view program costs and start an application. Be sure to submit your application before the deadline!

2. Wait for Acceptance

Once you have submitted your application, it will be reviewed by an Education Abroad Advisor. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis. Please note that acceptance to the program by 黑料网 does not serve as final approval. The host institution or program provider grants final approval for each applicant.

3. Complete the Host University Application

Once your Education Abroad application has been accepted, you will be nominated to the host university. You will complete the host university鈥檚 application and wait for official acceptance to the program. 

Academics

Eligibility

  • Full-time, degree-seeking student at 黑料网
  • Any major
  • Minimum cumulative GPA: 3.0 or higher

Academic Programs

are taught fully in English, with the exception of some language courses, in a variety of subject areas, including the following:

  • Anthropology
  • Arabic Language and Culture
  • Communications
  • Contemporary Israeli
  • English Language and Literature*
  • Economics and Business Management*
  • Hebrew Language
  • History
  • Holocaust Studies
  • Law*
  • Literature
  • Maritime Civilizations*
  • Middle Eastern Studies
  • Peace and Conflict Studies (Honors Program Available)
  • Philosophy
  • Political Science
  • Psychology (Track Program Available)
  • Religious and Jewish Studies
  • Sociology

*Disciplines marked with an asterisk function on the departmental schedule of each department and not based on the International School calendar.

Intensive Hebrew language courses are available at an additional cost. To maintain full-time status, students must complete a minimum of 12 credit hours while abroad.

Transferring Credits

Transfer Credits

With this program, students enroll in courses at a partner (host) institution. You will need to transfer the credits you earn abroad back to 黑料网.

Upon successful completion of the program, the host institution will issue you an official transcript, which will be needed for the credit transfer process.

You must earn passing grades on the courses you take abroad for the credits to transfer. 

Prior to departure, students will meet with their academic advisor to complete a Transfer Course Planning (TCP) Form, which will outline the courses you plan to take while abroad and how the courses will transfer to 黑料网. 

Some courses have already been pre-approved for transfer to 黑料网 and can be viewed on the Transfer Credit Guide. Please note that this is only a guide and is NOT a comprehensive list of courses available at each partner institution.

Credit Approval

Prior to departure, it is your responsibility to meet with your academic advisor to discuss the courses you plan to take while abroad.

If a course needs to be evaluated for transfer, you are responsible for working with your education abroad advisor to obtain the syllabus and have it reviewed by 黑料网 faculty. 

Location & Transportation

Haifa, Israel

Haifa is a port city in northern Israel with about 280,000 inhabitants. The city is located upon Mount Carmel, where there are terraces going down the hill with the stunning Ba'hai Gardens. Haifa is an ancient city that dates back to the pre-Roman period and it is the home of one of the largest high-tech parks in Israel,  vital for the country's economy. The city has a variety of museums and students will never tire of the beautiful views Haifa has to offer.

Campus Information

The University of Haifa is located in Haifa, Israel. The university hosts approximately 18,000 students, almost 1,000 of whom are international students from 90 countries.

University services include on-campus housing, dining facilities, counseling services, a post office, and a bank. The university also has an Accessibility and Learning Disabilities Department. .

Transportation

Airports

Haifa International Airport is approximately 30 minutes from the University of Haifa by car.

Local Transit

Students can navigate Haifa using public buses.

Housing & Meals

Accommodations

Students live on campus in one of the two student dormitories: Federman Dorms or Talia Dorms. Federman Dorms have single or double rooms within shared apartments and Talia Dorms have single rooms within shared apartments. Shared kitchens are available. .

Meals

There are no meal plans at the University of Haifa but there are dining facilities on campus and opportunities for grocery shopping on and nearby campus.

Financial Aid & Scholarships
Health & Safety

Pre-Departure Orientation

Prior to your study abroad experience, you will participate in a mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Office of Global Education. During this orientation, you will be provided with information including but not limited to:

  • international travel procedures;
  • in-country resources;
  • health and safety resources and information;
  • culture shock and resources to help prepare for living abroad.

All students are encouraged to register with the prior to departure.

You can also review a wide variety of resources we鈥檝e pulled together for you on our 鈥Before You Go鈥 page.

Country Profile

You can learn more about your destination(s), including travel advisories, through the .

In addition, we encourage you to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) travel page for for traveling to your destination(s).

If vaccinations or medications are needed according to the CDC, you should make arrangements for appointments with your healthcare provider or the DeWeese Health Center as soon as possible. Appointment openings at the DeWeese Health Center are limited and vaccines may need to be ordered, which takes time. Please note that not all immunizations are available at the DeWeese Health Center. 

Visa Information

A visa is a document required by many countries, in addition to your passport, that allows you to enter the country for a certain purpose (whether that鈥檚 to stay, transit, or exit). Essentially, it is the country's government giving you legal permission to enter their country to travel, study, work, etc.

Please note, it is solely the responsibility of the student to: 

  • determine the entry, transit, and stay requirements for the country or countries to which they will travel,
  • and to apply for any necessary visas, stay permits, or any other immigration requirements of the host nation(s).

It is also the responsibility of the student to:

  • verify the correct documentation required to apply for the required visa(s), 
  • apply for the visa(s) early enough to ensure there is enough processing time,
  • and pay any fees associated with obtaining the visa(s).

黑料网's Office of Global Education is available to provide general guidance regarding student visa requirements and procedures; however, each student who travels abroad is expected to manage their own legal obligations regarding international travel.

It is strongly recommended by the Office of Global Education that you carefully review the appropriate consulate or embassy website for the nation(s) you plan to visit in order to determine current entry/study/exit visa requirements.

Costs and Funding

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Costs for the program will differ for every student. You can use our Cost Calculator to get an estimate of what you might expect for your program.

We also encourage you to meet with your Education Abroad Advisor and reach out to Financial Aid the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center to see how your aid may apply to an international program. 

 

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