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Bachelor of Jewish Studies
- Allentown, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Four-year Jewish Studies major leading to a Bachelor of Arts at Muhlenberg College.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core theories and methods in Jewish Studies
- Strengthen skills in foundational concepts
- Research and professional practice related to Jewish Studies
- And present well-supported conclusions in academic or professional settings.
Career outcomes
- Program Coordinator
- Research Assistant
- Project Assistant
Curriculum
- The major has nine courses from at least three departments
- With Hebrew or another approved Jewish language and the required courses Jewish Experience in a Secular Age and Judaisms. Electives cover Jewish religion
- Literature
- Thought
- History and culture. It ends with a senior seminar and research project.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school completion with official transcript translated into English
- College-preparatory programme of about 16 Carnegie units expected
- Counsellor/school report and teacher recommendation
- Certification of Finance
- SAT/ACT optional.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school completion with official transcript (translated into English), College preparatory programme of about 16 Carnegie units expected, Recommendations, Certification of Finance.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 85
- Duolingo 115
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results.
How to apply
- Check the first-year international requirements and deadline: Early Decision 16 Nov
- Early Action 1 Dec
- Regular Decision 1 Feb. Apply online with the Common Application. There is no application fee. Provide: official secondary school transcript translated into English
- School report from a counsellor or principal
- One core-subject teacher recommendation
- English test scores (TOEFL
- IELTS or Duolingo) or exemption request
- Certification of Finance form. SAT/ACT optional. Optional interview with the admissions team or InitialView by 1 Feb. After an offer
- Confirm enrollment deposits and visa-document instructions directly with admissions.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $67,760 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Undergraduate Academic Programs |
| Department | Jewish Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships or financial assistance may be available at Muhlenberg College for eligible students based on academic merit, financial need, program criteria, or funding availability. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
2 Jan 2027
50 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 2 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $67,760 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $18,675 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 85, Duolingo 115.

