Michlelet Esther - Application Material
Requirements for Admission
A comprehensive application process, which includes a personal interview, a written essay and a review of past academic achievements, determines acceptance to this select group of students.To apply online go to www.applytosem.org
Tuition And Fees
Tuition includes room and board (three meals a day). A limited scholarship program is available. Michlelet Esther is a MASA-scholarship approved program. It also has joint programs with Teacher’s Institute in Skokie, IL and Touro College.Financial Aid
The school administers a limited program of financial assistance to qualified students who are in economic distress. Students who require help should first investigate the possibility of receiving monetary support from Jewish Federations, local synagogues, or other organizations that offer scholarships for study in Israel.United States students who are enrolled in Joint Programs (described below) are eligible for Federal grants. New York State residents are also eligible for New York State grants.
A number of colleges and universities in the United States offer a Joint Program with Michlelet Esther whereby the student is accepted both at the home college and at Michlelet Esther. While attending Michlelet Esther, the student is considered a registered student of the home college and pays tuition to that college. In turn, the home college issues an official college transcript for credits taken at Michlelet Esther.
Medical Coverage
It is mandatory that all Michlelet Esther students join the AIM Gold Plan Hospital and Medical Insurance. This program covers:- Unlimited visits to the AIM Center for examinations and treatment located near the Neve Yerushalayim campus
- Emergency room and hospitalization coverage throughout Israel
- 24-hour hot line with a physician on duty 7 days a week
- Emergency dental care
- X-rays, lab tests, specialist care, etc.
- Periodic medical checkups
- Visiting nurse services
- Prescribed mediations included