Israeli universities are global contenders in higher education and postgraduate fees are similar to those in Europe and North America.
Israeli universities commonly list their fees for international students in the US Dollar rather than the local currency, the Israeli Shekel (NIS/ILS).
Tuition fees for Masters in Israel
A full year of Masters study in an Israeli public university is usually in the range of USD $10,000-30,000 per year for international students.
Tuition fees can normally be paid in several instalments to spread the cost.
You’ll probably also have to pay an application fee of around ILS 370 (USD $110).
Fortunately, international postgraduates have several opportunities to apply for both government and university allocated scholarships to subsidise their Masters tuition fees.
Government scholarships
The Israeli government offers full and partial scholarships to foreign students for one academic year of research studies.
In addition to covering your tuition fees in part or full, the scholarship also gives students a monthly allowance for one academic year, as well as basic health insurance cover.
For more details on the application process for a full or partial international scholarship, visit the Israeli government’s website.
If you’re a Jewish student but don’t have Israeli citizenship, you might be eligible for a scholarship from Masa Israel.
University scholarships
Many Israeli universities offer scholarships to international students based on prior academic achievements.
Scholarships will often be offered to specific areas of study in the interest of the university. You should check with your chosen institution and faculty which scholarships are available for international Masters students.
Study in Israel, a website run by the Israeli Council for Higher Education, has an excellent list of funding opportunities for international students.
Student living costs in Israel
The cost of student living in Israel for internationals is comparable with Western Europe and North America. Housing can be fairly costly in Israel.
Student accommodation
It is common to find student accommodation on university campuses in Israel, or at least close by. While traditional student accommodation will be in the form of dormitories, some universities also have studio rooms available for international postgraduate students.
The cost of university accommodation in Israel generally depends on which city your university is located.
For example, a dormitory at the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology in Haifa will cost around USD $320 per month, while Tel Aviv University accommodation can cost around USD $650 - USD $1,160 per month.