Jewish Theological Seminary, The

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A.-Jewish Thought, D.H.L.; PhD

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Jewish Thought Department offers a curriculum designed to provide students with knowledge of fundamental issues and trends in the history of Jewish philosophy as well as Jewish mysticism.

Courses are offered in biblical, rabbinic, medieval, and modern Jewish thought, as well as in Jewish ethics, political thought, Kabbalah, and Hasidism.

Course offerings are enriched by occasional special topics and by the contributions of visiting professors. The courses in the department lead to the MA, DHL, and PhD degrees.

Applicants are recommended to have a general familiarity with the major expressions and history of Jewish philosophy, as well as previous course work in Western philosophy. Some background in Jewish studies is beneficial as well.

Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Eligibility Requirements:

Prior to taking the Comprehensive Examination, doctoral students are required to pass a proficiency exam in reading Hebrew academic texts, for which HEB 5999: Reading Academic Texts provides the requisite skills.

# of Credits Required:

30

International Student Requirements:

Applicants whose native language is other than English and who have not been educated at a college where English is the language of instruction must submit official scores of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A minimum TOEFL score of 100 (Internet-based) is required. The Graduate School also may require that nonnative English speakers prove satisfactory proficiency by scoring at level 10 on the placement test administered by Columbia University's American Language Program (ALP).

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

1000.00 USD

Tuition In-State Full Time:

21200 USD

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Theological Seminaries

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: Under 1,000