Overview

The Jewish Studies programme at the University of Florida provides a rigorous academic exploration of Jewish cultures, languages, and societies across the globe. Students engage with a diverse curriculum that spans the arts, social sciences, and historical transformations to understand the complexity of the Jewish experience. This interdisciplinary approach encourages learners to develop as critical thinkers while examining comparative frameworks between different religious and ethnic groups.

Why Jewish Studies at the University of Florida?

The programme is hosted by the Bud Shorstein Centre for Jewish Studies, which serves as a vibrant hub for academic research and community engagement. Students benefit from a wide range of scholarship opportunities and specialised study abroad programmes at prestigious Israeli institutions, including the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Tel Aviv University. The centre also offers unique internship opportunities in Jewish communal services, allowing students to gain practical experience in museums, social service agencies, and educational organisations.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 30900 per year
National fee: USD 30900 per year
Local fee: USD 6380 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to provide a broad sampling of the Jewish experience across different eras and disciplines. Students must complete a capstone research project in their final year to demonstrate their analytical and communication skills. Modules may include:

Jewish Studies
Jews, Judaism, and Jewishness
Holocaust Studies
Modern European Jewish History
Jewish History
Secular Jewish Culture
Judaism and Politics
Israeli Society
Modern Hebrew

Careers with Jewish Studies

Graduates are equipped with versatile skills in research, oral argumentation, and critical evaluation, preparing them for diverse professional paths. The programme provides a strong foundation for careers in communal service, education, and international relations. Many students pursue roles within Jewish family and social service agencies, federations, or cultural institutions such as museums and synagogues. Additionally, the degree serves as excellent preparation for advanced graduate study in history, religion, or area studies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Jewish Studies

Holocaust Studies

Modern European Jewish History

Jewish History

Secular Jewish Culture

Judaism and Politics

Israeli Society

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gainesville, United States

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies History View 808 other Bachelors in Area & Cultural Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GMAT

460

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

All international applicants should apply online.
Submit the non-refundable $30 application fee (U.S. currency drawn on a U.S. bank or credit card); an application will not be considered without this fee.

Freshmen must submit official SAT or ACT (with writing test) scores.

Applicants whose native language is not English must submit official scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

Freshman applicants with coursework completed outside the US must submit at least three full years of their most current secondary school transcripts, in addition to the final/senior year schedule or predicted grades, in both native language of instruction, and if applicable, a certified English translation.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

30900 USD / year

≈ 30900 USD / year
Out-of-State

30900 USD / year

≈ 30900 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6380 USD / year

≈ 6380 USD / year

Living costs

Gainesville

United States

900 - 1335 USD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Gainesville

Funding

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