University
Ben-Gurion University Olim L'Academia (pre-academic with Hebrew)
Pre-academic year combining Hebrew ulpan with preparatory studies for BGU degrees.
- Type
- University
- Run by
- Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, pre-academic unit
- Who it is for
- New olim aged 18 to 27 heading to engineering or natural sciences
- Eligibility
- Olim aged 18 to 27 with full matriculation; AMIRAM score 134+ by 31 May 2026; internal maths test
- Cost
- Tuition funded by the Ministry of Aliyah and Integration for those eligible; stipends and dorms for those who qualify
- Format
- In person
- Duration
- Starts 18 October 2026; two semesters plus a summer semester for low Hebrew levels
- Levels
- Hebrew at all levels
Contact
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See how it works for olimLast checked: 3 November 2026
Rules and schedules change. Confirm the details with your absorption counsellor at the Ministry of Aliyah and Integration or with the ulpan itself.