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The University of Kansas Jewish Studies Program
KU Jewish Studies celebrates the Jewish experience with courses on the history, diversity, culture, religion, languages, thought, and practices of the Jewish people.
What we offer
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Undergraduate Degrees
There are many paths to becoming a scholar of Jewish Studies. Discover what is right for you. Explore our major and minor degrees.
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Hebrew and Yiddish Language
Jewish Studies offers language courses in modern conversational Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, and Yiddish.
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Israel Studies at the University of Kansas
Explore courses and events related to Israeli history, politics, and culture.
Opportunities
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Study Abroad
Through the Jewish Studies Program, KU students can take Jewish Studies courses abroad at any sponsored institution.
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Courses
Among the oldest of academic interdisciplinary studies, dating back to the 19th century, Jewish Studies explores Judaism, the Jewish people, their culture, and their role shaping the human experience.
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Student Funding
Thanks to the generous support of our donors, the KU Jewish Studies Program offers several excellence-based and need-based scholarships for undergraduate students.
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