The Intensive Hebrew Summer Course brings students from over 40 countries to the University of Haifa to study Hebrew in one of the most effective language learning programs in Israel. The Hebrew course is designed for those who want to immerse themselves in an intensive language acquisition experience that is personally enriching as well as academically demanding. Instruction is offered on all levels from beginning to advanced.**
Summer 2026 Dates:
July Session- July 5 – July 30, 2026
August Session- August 2 – August 27, 2026
*Our Summer Intensive Hebrew Course will be taught in a hybrid format, so you can join physically in the classroom or from the comfort of your home.
Sundays through Thursdays from 8:30-13:00 (Israel time)
Total Credits: 5
Academic Hours: 100
**Course levels are subject to cancellation due to insufficient enrollment.
In addition to learning through textbooks, classes may also include video sessions, student presentations, and visits to sites on campus such as the Hecht Museum. In addition, students may have the opportunity to listen to guest lecturers. While the more advanced classes will listen to the lectures and participate in discussions, the beginners’ classes will prepare questions for their guests and hold their own interviews in simple Hebrew. Activities are subject to change in accordance with the format of the class being offered (in-person or online)
In the afternoon students are expected to prepare their homework which should take approximately 3 hours daily. There will be mid-term and final examinations.
See above for information regarding course hours and number of credits.
Hebrew Language Aleph: Beginners
Hebrew Language Bet: Lower Intermediate
Hebrew Language Gimel: Upper Intermediate
Hebrew Language Dalet: Lower Advanced
*Please Note: Course levels are subject to cancellation due to insufficient enrollment
Medical Form (If program is in person)
Dormitories Contract (If residing in dorms)
Language Placement Exam**
**Please note** The language exam is a requirement for acceptance, but it is not part of the initial application. A link to an online placement exam will be sent to you via email after you submit your application.
The Hebrew placement test is to be completed online. This exam will be used to place students in the most appropriate class for their level of Hebrew language knowledge. It is mandatory to complete as much as possible without the use of any aid and submit it. A link to the placement exam will be sent after your application is submitted.
Registration fees – $100
Tuition –
In-Person – $1200
Online – $1100
The course is open to all applicants ages 18 and older.
Students in the in-person programs are welcome to live in the dormitory facilities on campus (based on availability). For options for on and off-campus housing, please see here.
