Louis Levine Scholarship – Undergraduate U.S. Students

Brief Description

Established in 1991, the Louis Levine Scholarship is named after an esteemed board member of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. This scholarship program is dedicated to enhancing the academic experience of promising students from the United States, providing them with the opportunity to study at one of Israel’s leading universities. It serves as a platform for students to engage with diverse cultures, gain a global perspective, and receive a top-quality education.

Host Institution(s)

The Louis Levine Scholarship is offered by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, one of Israel’s oldest and most prestigious universities. Founded in 1918, the university has consistently been recognized as one of the top academic institutions in the country and the world. With its main campus located in Jerusalem, the university also has other campuses in Rehovot and Eilat.

Level/Field of Study

The Louis Levine Scholarship is available for undergraduate studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Students can pursue a degree in any field of study offered by the university, including Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Business and Law, Agriculture, and Medicine.

Number of Awards

The scholarship program offers multiple awards annually, with a minimum of two scholarships to be awarded each year.

Target Group

Only students from the United States are eligible for the Louis Levine Scholarship. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited university in the U.S. and have completed at least one year of undergraduate studies with a minimum GPA of 3.5.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

Each scholarship recipient will receive a generous tuition waiver for up to two years of undergraduate studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, equivalent to approximately $6,000 per year. In addition, the Louis Levine Scholarship also offers recipients with a living allowance of $9,000 per year.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Louis Levine Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Have completed at least one year of undergraduate studies at an accredited university in the U.S.
• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5.
• Demonstrate a strong desire to study at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and a commitment to promoting academic and cultural exchange between the U.S. and Israel.
• Submit a well-written essay explaining their motivation for studying at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and how it will contribute to their personal and academic development.

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Application Instructions

To apply for the Louis Levine Scholarship, students must submit their application to the American Friends of the Hebrew University, the official representative of the university in the United States. Applications are accepted in the spring and should include the following documents:
– Completed application form
– Official transcripts
– Two letters of recommendation
– Essay (as per the guidelines mentioned above)

Official Website

For more information on the Louis Levine Scholarship and to access the application form, please visit the official website.