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.

Features

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.

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 2026-01-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-10-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amherst Center, United States

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Ethnic Studies Language Studies View 2852 other Bachelors in Language Studies in United States

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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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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

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

42082 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42082 USD per year during 48 months.
National

41639 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41639 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

18197 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18197 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Amherst Center

1228 - 2543 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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