Overview

Students of the Judaic Studies program of the University of Massachusetts Amherst are invited to enroll in a full range of courses in Hebrew language, Yiddish, Jewish history, Israel studies, philosophy, law, politics, and film. These courses provide critical perspective on the role played by Jewish culture in the development of human civilization. As an interdisciplinary program, Judaic Studies exposes students to a variety of perspectives on issues of enduring importance and global concern. Students may choose from a wide selection of introductory and advanced courses in Jewish history, culture, and thought, a full program in Hebrew language and literature, and Yiddish language.

Beyond the core area of instruction, the curriculum also includes courses offered by several faculty holding joint or adjunct appointments in Judaic Studies. Students are also encouraged to spend one or two semesters of study at a recognized Israeli university, and may, with prior permission, apply Judaic and Hebrew credits toward their major in Judaic Studies.

Careers

A major in Judaic Studies offers excellent preparation for professional training programs requiring an undergraduate liberal arts education.

Many of our majors have plans for a career that is directly related to Judaic studies, such as Jewish education, Jewish communal service, social work, the rabbinate, or an advanced graduate degree in preparation for an academic career. Some go on to graduate study in other fields such as law, business, medicine, or a career in the arts and communication. Alumni who have majored in Judaic Studies have gone to graduate schools such as Brandeis University, Harvard University, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Hebrew Union College, Jewish Theological Seminary, and Yeshiva University School of Social Work.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Jewish Experience I: Ancient to Medieval

The Jewish Experience II: Medieval to Modern

The Bible and Archaeology

Judaism and Christianity in the Ancient World

Transformation and the Jews: Jewish History Through Biography

Family and Sexuality in Jewish History and Culture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Ethnic Studies Language Studies View 275 other Bachelors in Ethnic Studies in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

A complete Common Application (including the UMass questions)

Official high school transcript (grades 9 -11) or Secondary School Exams

Official transcripts for all completed college coursework

Letter of recommendation

Application fee of $85 (unable to waive)

English Language Proficiency Requirements

(Optional) SAT and/or ACT scores

Tuition Fee

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International

40882 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40882 USD per year during 48 months.
National

40449 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40449 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

17772 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17772 USD per year during 48 months.

Regional Tuition: $33,512

Living costs for Amherst Center

1228 - 2543 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Judaic Studies.

Available Scholarships

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