Quick Summary
Situated in Haifa, Israel, University of Haifa is a public established in 1963. Ranked #651-700 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 18000 students including 5% from outside Israel. Known for strengths in Archaeology, Education, Library and Information Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
University of Haifa is known for its diverse student body, world-class marine research facilities, and its unique location atop Mount Carmel overlooking the Mediterranean.
Subject Strengths
ArchaeologyEducationLibrary and Information ManagementSocial SciencesCommunication and Media Studies
Founded1963
TypePublic
Total Students18000
Intl Students5%
Faculty Ratio16
CampusMountain/Urban
Campus Size140 acres
Affiliated HospitalsRambam Health Care Campus,Bnai Zion Medical Center,Carmel Medical Center
AccreditationCouncil for Higher Education in Israel
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#651-700
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601–800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's,Master's,PhD,Post-Doctoral Fellowships
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Leon H. Charney School of Marine Sciences,The Sagol Department of Neurobiology,The Institute of Archaeology,Center for Cyber Law & Policy
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Council for Higher Education in Israel
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL89
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should focus on a strong personal statement and research intent. Local applicants require high Psychometric Entrance Test scores.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Israeli New Shekel
UG Tuition
₪11,000/yr
per year · ILS
Living Cost
₪36,500/yr
per year · ILS
PG Tuition
₪14,500/yr
per year · ILS
Application Fee
$100
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₪47,950/yr
tuition + living + essentials · ILS
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$4,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,PhD,Post-Doctoral Fellowships programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Sciences | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Holocaust Studies | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Archaeology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Psychology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Public Health | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Peace and Conflict Management | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,000
Average Salary After Graduation
86%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
IntelIBMMicrosoftGoogleTeva Pharmaceuticals
Notable Alumni
Yoav Galant,Idan Ofer,Gabi Ashkenazi,Meir Dagan
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Athletics Stadium,Tennis Courts,Swimming Pool,Fitness Center
Student Clubs
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Library Resources
Younes and Soraya Nazarian Library,One of the largest digital archives in the Middle East
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available