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Hochschule fĂŒr JĂŒdische Studien Heidelberg (HfJS) (2026/27)
Hochschule fĂŒr JĂŒdische Studien Heidelberg
The Hochschule fĂŒr JĂŒdische Studien Heidelberg (HfJS), also known as the Heidelberg University of Jewish Studies, is a unique private institution of higher education founded in 1979 by the Central Council of Jews in Germany. As Europe's largest centre for Jewish Studies, the HfJS is a dynamic centre for scholarly discussion encompassing all facets of Jewish religion, history, culture and society. The HfJS is situated in the historic city of Heidelberg, Germany, and works in close collaboration with the renowned University of Heidelberg. The campus environment fosters a personal atmosphere and offers students a well-equipped library, active Hebrew language practice, and a vibrant cultural and religious life beyond their daily studies.
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of international students 
No. of students (2025) 
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Type University (private (state-approved))
of international students 34%
No. of students (2025) 114
Term model Semester
Contact Info
LandfriedstraĂe 12
69117 Heidelberg
Phone: +49 (0) 62 21 / 54 192 - 00 
Email: [email protected] 
Website: hfjs.eu 
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15 programsFees & Costs
German Students 
Other EU Students Non-EU Students German StudentsDegree
Tuition Fee
Bachelor
No tuition fees
Master
No tuition fees
Disclaimer: You should use this text as a general guide, but it cannot serve as a guarantee. Keep in mind that there is no universal tuition fee that applies to all study programs and all student groups. Hence, we urge you to always individually double-check the specific fees of the specific study programs offered by the Hochschule fĂŒr JĂŒdische Studien Heidelberg (HfJS) on its official website.
Application Deadlines
Below are the most frequent application deadlines for Hochschule fĂŒr JĂŒdische Studien Heidelberg (HfJS) study programs.
German Students Other EU Students Non-EU Students Non-EU StudentsWinter Semester
Summer Semester
| Admission-restricted courses | Admission-free courses | |
|---|---|---|
| Master | 15 June | 15 March |
| Bachelor | No courses | 31 October |
Master
Admission-restricted courses
15 June
Admission-free courses
15 March
Bachelor
Admission-restricted courses
No courses
Admission-free courses
31 October
Specific courses may have different application deadlines. Please always double-check the information individually. 
Numerus Clausus (Admission Restriction)
For degree courses with a numerus clausus, part of the study places are allocated according to the grade point average (GPA) of the previous degree. Selection is generally based on how many applicants apply for a place. The higher the grade, the more difficult it is to get onto the course. The German grading system ranges from 1.0 (very good) to 6.0 (unsatisfactory).
