INFO FOR PARENTS AND FAMILIES

Yeshiva University offers a distinctive educational experience that combines academic excellence with Torah learning and Jewish values. Through its unique dual curriculum, students are challenged to grow both intellectually and spiritually, with strong faculty mentorship and access to the many academic, professional, and cultural opportunities New York City has to offer. YU prepares students not only for successful careers, but also for lives of leadership, personal growth, and meaningful Jewish engagement.

YU offers a wide range of undergraduate programs across business, the sciences, and the liberal arts. Popular areas of study include business, pre-med and other health professions, psychology, computer science, accounting, and Judaic studies. Students can explore a variety of academic paths while benefiting from close faculty mentorship and opportunities to prepare for graduate school and future careers. For a full list of majors and programs, click here.

YU Direct offers qualified students the opportunity to pursue early assurance to select YU graduate and professional programs while completing their undergraduate degree. Benefits may include a streamlined pathway to advanced study and greater certainty in academic and career planning. Standardized test scores are currently required for consideration. Visit the YU Direct website for the most up-to-date information.

YU offers both merit scholarships and need-based financial aid. Merit scholarships are based primarily on academic achievement and the overall strength of a student's application, and students are automatically considered with their applications. Need-based aid is determined by the family's financial circumstances. To apply, students will need to complete the FAFSA, submit any required institutional financial aid forms, and provide tax or income documentation if requested.

YU's general undergraduate admissions process is currently test-optional. However, certain programs, including Honors and YU Direct, require standardized test scores for consideration. Students should review the specific requirements for their intended program to ensure they submit all required materials.

Admissions decisions are released on a rolling basis, beginning in mid-December. The timing of a decision may vary depending on when a student applies and when all required application materials are received. Students should check their applicant portal for updates and ensure that all required materials have been submitted.

YU offers a vibrant campus experience with opportunities for students to get involved, build friendships, and grow both inside and outside the classroom. Students can participate in student government and leadership initiatives, chesed and volunteer opportunities, NCAA athletics and intramural sports, and a wide range of Jewish life programming. Students also have access to internships, professional networking, and New York City's rich cultural offerings.

Yes! YU’s location in New York City gives students access to a wide range of internship and career opportunities across industries, including business and finance, healthcare, technology, education, and nonprofit organizations. Through career development resources, faculty mentorship, and connections with professionals and alumni, students can gain valuable experience and build skills that prepare them for life after graduation.

Students participating in the S. Daniel Abraham Israel Program (SDA) accept their Yeshiva University admission through SDA and submit an initial $550 payment toward the program fee. Once YU receives the tuition bill from the student's yeshiva or seminary, the remaining SDA fee and Israel program tuition are combined into a single student account statement. Families may then choose a payment plan, allowing costs to be paid over time, typically across 10 months.

Students in SDA pay a $3,500 program fee, $2,000 of which is credited toward the first semester on campus. In contrast, students who defer and later transfer credits, will incur a $4,000 credit transfer fee. In addition, because SDA students are considered YU students while in Israel, they can use federal aid toward their tuition, and receive ongoing support from dedicated YU staff in Israel throughout the year.

Students can enroll in the payment plan and add parents as authorized users here.

Students can accept their offer of admission by logging into yu.edu/apply and navigating to action required next to their open application. From there, they can choose whether to accept, defer, or join SDA, and make the initial deposit.

While families are welcome to support their students, enrollment-related tasks should be completed by the student. The good news is they’re not alone — YU has dedicated staff in Israel who are available to answer questions, provide guidance, and help students navigate each step of the process, making it easier for them to prepare for their transition to campus.

Students who wish to remain in Israel for an additional year should request a Leave of Absence by logging into yu.edu/apply and submitting an Enrollment Intention form. Read more about the enrollment intention process here.

Course registration takes place during designated periods each semester, and students may receive individual registration appointment times. Incoming students should follow the instructions provided by YU and consult their school’s academic advising office for guidance. For registration information and important academic dates, visit the Office of the Registrar and the undergraduate academic calendar.

Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), students' educational records are generally protected, and YU may require written authorization before sharing information with parents or other third parties. Students can complete YU's FERPA release form to authorize access to their educational records. For access to financial aid or billing information, additional authorization through the Office of Student Finance may be required. Learn more about YU's FERPA policy.