--- title: Summer Ulpan (Hebrew University) by Hebrew University of Jerusalem | Studyil description: The Hebrew University’s intensive Summer Ulpan in Jerusalem: a full Hebrew level in six weeks, 200 hours and 10 credits, 2026 dates and prices for tourists and Israeli citizens including olim. canonical: https://studyil.com/ulpan/hebrew-university/summer-ulpan/ last-updated: 2026-11-09 --- # Summer Ulpan at the Hebrew University **Hebrew University of Jerusalem** Jerusalem Rothberg International School, Mount Scopus The short answer An intensive Hebrew ulpan at the Hebrew University’s Rothberg International School in Jerusalem, running about six weeks in the summer, Sunday to Thursday mornings. You complete a full Hebrew level and earn university credit: 200 hours and 10 credits for levels Aleph to Gimmel. In 2026 it cost $2,720 for tourists or ₪9,200 for Israeli citizens, including olim, with health insurance included. Olim: Citizen price Checked against Hebrew University of Jerusalem’s official pages, September 2026 Independent listing At a glance Academic credit **Format** Intensive Sun–Thu, 8:30–13:30 **Length** About 6 weeks 28 Jul–9 Sep in 2026 **Hours** 200 Levels Aleph–Gimmel **Credits** 10 5 for Daled–Vav **Price 2026** ₪9,200 Israeli citizens; $2,720 tourists **Where** Jerusalem Mount Scopus Check my funding → ~ **Olim benefit Citizen price** Olim pay the Israeli-citizen rate (₪9,200 for Aleph–Gimmel in 2026). – **Government funding Not listed** HUJI’s guide doesn’t list government funding for the ulpan alone. – **Masa grant Not listed** Not listed for the ulpan alone. Overview ## What is the Summer Ulpan (Hebrew University)? For more than 50 years, HUJI’s Summer Ulpan has taught intensive Modern Hebrew with native-speaking instructors, alongside field trips, cultural activities and guest lectures in Jerusalem. You complete a full level of Hebrew during the summer (unless you’re starting without the Hebrew alphabet) and receive a transcript and credit. A post-exemption Level Vav course is offered for students working on literary and academic Hebrew. Attendance is mandatory. ### ✓ A good fit if you… - Want a fast, intensive Hebrew boost before university or work - Want academic credit on a Hebrew University transcript - Can study five mornings a week for six weeks - Are starting an HUJI program in the autumn ###! Think twice if you… - Want the free option. Olim should use Ulpan Aleph first. - Can’t attend every class. Attendance is mandatory. - Need evening or online classes. How it works ## How it works. How the Summer Ulpan runs. Summer ### Five mornings a week Sunday to Thursday, 8:30–13:30. In 2026 the ulpan ran from 28 July to 9 September, with the exam on 9 September. Levels ### Complete a full level Levels Aleph to Gimmel: 200 academic hours and 10 credits. Levels Daled to Vav: 140 hours and 5 credits. Aleph Bet Gimmel Daled Heh Vav (post-exemption) Beyond class ### Jerusalem as your classroom Field trips, cultural activities and guest lectures, with Israeli and international students. **50+ years** HUJI has run its Summer Ulpan for more than half a century. **Credit** A Hebrew University transcript on completion. **Level Vav** For students who already passed the exemption exam. **Minimum enrollment** Classes open only with enough registrations. Funding ## Funding and olim benefits. There’s no dedicated olim subsidy listed for the ulpan alone, but olim pay the citizen rate. **Citizen rate** Israeli citizens, including olim with a Teudat Zehut, pay ₪9,200 (Aleph–Gimmel) or ₪6,500 (Daled–Vav) instead of the dollar price. **Free alternative** Olim within 18 months of aliyah can use the free state Ulpan Aleph first. Paying for Hebrew after your free ulpan? See [the ulpan voucher for olim](https://studyil.com/ulpan/ulpan-voucher/) — who qualifies, what it is worth and which ulpanim accept it. A guide, not a ruling. Confirm your eligibility with the provider and the relevant ministry or funding body before you pay. Costs ## What it costs. As published by Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Prices can change. **Levels Aleph–Gimmel** 2026. Israeli citizens ₪9,200; tourists $2,720. Includes health insurance. ₪9,200 **Levels Daled–Vav** 2026. Israeli citizens ₪6,500; tourists $1,970. ₪6,500 **Housing** 2026, reserved through the housing office. About $1,130 **Application fee** Non-refundable, per year. Israeli citizens ₪430. $120 *!* **Prices are from 2026.** These are HUJI’s 2026–27 guide figures for summer 2026. Check the price for summer 2027 before you register. How to join ## How to get started. *✓* **Placement** You’re placed by level; complete beginners should know the Hebrew alphabet to finish a full level. *✓* **Attendance** Mandatory throughout the course. *✓* **Deadline** The 2026 application deadline was 28 June. - **Pick your level** Aleph–Gimmel or Daled–Vav. - **Apply to RIS** Before the June deadline. - **Book housing** Through the housing office, if you need it. - **Study and sit the exam** At the end of the ulpan. FAQ ## Questions about this program. ### ### How long is the Hebrew University Summer Ulpan? About six weeks. In 2026 it ran from 28 July to 9 September, Sunday to Thursday mornings. ### ### How much does it cost? For levels Aleph to Gimmel in 2026: ₪9,200 for Israeli citizens (including olim) or $2,720 for tourists, including health insurance. Levels Daled to Vav cost ₪6,500 or $1,970. ### ### Do I get credit? Yes: 10 credits for levels Aleph to Gimmel (200 hours) and 5 for Daled to Vav (140 hours), with a Hebrew University transcript. ### ### Can olim study for free? Not at this ulpan, but olim pay the lower citizen rate. The free option is the state Ulpan Aleph. Compare ## Other programs to consider. Ulpan ### Hebrew Ulpan (TAU International) Tel Aviv University · $1,400–1,700 *Read the guide →* Ulpan ### Ulpan Aleph (state ulpan) Ministry of Aliyah and Integration · Free for olim *Read the guide →* Ulpan ### Subsidized Hebrew for olim Ulpan La-Inyan · Up to ₪200 for olim *Read the guide →* Master’s ### MA in Israel Studies Hebrew University of Jerusalem · $11,400 *Read the guide →* [See all ulpan →](https://studyil.com/programs/?type=hebrew) ### Sources - [Hebrew University: Summer Ulpan](https://overseas.huji.ac.il/academics/hebrew-and-other-languages/study-hebrew-language-at-the-hebrew-university-of-jerusalem/summer-programs/) - [Hebrew University: RIS financial guide 2026–27](https://overseas.huji.ac.il/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/financial-Guide-26-27-1.pdf) Got it ### You’re all set. One of our advisors will be in touch shortly. Nothing to wait for in the meantime — here is your breakdown. A guide, not a ruling. Confirm the figures with the institution before you pay. Free, with no obligation to apply Your olim funding checked for this program You choose who contacts you [Or view the official page ↗](https://overseas.huji.ac.il/academics/hebrew-and-other-languages/study-hebrew-language-at-the-hebrew-university-of-jerusalem/summer-programs/) ## Not sure it’s the right program? Answer three questions and we’ll match you with English-taught options across Israel, with your olim funding on each. [Get matched →](https://studyil.com/#match) --- Source: https://studyil.com/ulpan/hebrew-university/summer-ulpan/ · Published by Studyil. Cite as "Studyil" with a link to the page.