1. How many students are in yeshiva?
2. Can I come to learn for less than a full year?
3. What if my Hebrew isn't good enough?
4. Where is the yeshiva located?
5. Do I have to live in the dorm?
6. Do I need a student Visa? How do I get one?
Q: How many students are in yeshiva?
A: The yeshiva has between 40 and 50 students. This allows for an intimate atmosphere where students are able to enjoy the buzz and excitement of a full Beit Midrash on the one hand and a warm family atmosphere on the other.
Q: Can I come to learn for less than a full year?
A: The true benefit one can gain from the yeshiva program comes from being involved in Torah study for a significant amount of time- a whole year, or at least a semester. Even so, we are happy to receive students for shorter periods of time- a few months and even for just a few weeks. we will help you integrate as quickly as possible into the regular classes as well as assign you one on one learning with staff members to insure you maximize your time with us.
Q: What if my Hebrew isn't good enough?
A: As long as you can read Hebrew on the most basic level, you'll be fine.
The yeshiva has classes catering to all levels.
Q: Where is the yeshiva located?
A: The yeshiva is located in the picturesque and tranquil hills of Gush Etzion (The Etzion Block) 10 miles south of Jerusalem. The yeshiva is a self contained neighborhood adjacent to the city of Efrat. Efrat's commercial and shopping areas are less than a 10 minute walk from yeshiva. There is hourly public transportation to Jerusalem as well.
Q: Do I have to live in the dorm?
A: We strongly encourage students to live in the dorm. It is an important aspect of the yeshiva experience- living with others who are engrossed in Torah study, being close to the rabbis and Kollel students and partaking in community events. Even so, there are always students who choose not to be in the dorm. Some rent apartments in the neighboring community of Efrat while others commute daily from Jerusalem.
Q: Do I need a student Visa? How do I get one?
A: If you are coming to Israel for more than 3 months you will need a student Visa. You will need to apply for it at an Israeli consulate. If you did not get one before coming to Israel, it is possible to get it here.
