

Semester / Year Program

A BGU experience is more than your typical study abroad. Here, you will immerse yourself into our vibrant campus community, living and studying courses alongside Israeli and international students alike. You'll encounter new perspectives and make friends with a diverse cohort of students from all over the globe. Beyond your academic studies, you'll take part in BGU's dynamic calendar of social events and activities, and have opportunities to travel throughout Israel.
We can't wait to see you on campus!
Fast Facts about BGU
- BGU is located on 3 campuses in Southern Israel, with its main campus in the heart of the fastest-growing ecosystem in Israel.
- Home to 20,000 students and research fellows, including over 1,000 international students from more than 75 countries.
- 6 Academic Faculties, all of which offer courses in English:
- Engineering
- Natural Sciences
- Desert Studies
- Humanities & Social Sciences
- Health Sciences
- Business & Management
Advantages of Beer-Sheva

Program of Study

A Study Abroad experience unlike any other
Spring Semester 2025 dates:
- Spring semester: March 16 - June 27, 2025
- Spring semester exam dates: June 29 - July 18, 2025
Fall Semester 2025-2026 dates:
- Fall semester: October 26, 2025 - January 23, 2026
- Fall semester exam dates: January 25 - February 13, 2026
Spring Semester 2026 dates:
- Spring semester: March 8 - June 26, 2026
- Spring semester exam dates: June 28 - July 17, 2026
Application Deadlines:
Fall Semester / Year Program: May 15th
Spring Semester: December 15th
Application Fees
- Application Fee: 60$
- Late Application Fee: $100
Semester Program
- Base Tuition: $7,200*
- On-Campus Housing: $495 per month (or part of a month)
Year Program
- Base Tuition: $11,200*
- On-Campus Housing: $495 per month (or part of a month)
* Tuition Fees for all Semester or Year-Long Programs include weekly social activities, trips around Israel, academic field trips, mandatory university service fees, access to the university sports center & health insurance.
On-campus housing – is optional. For more information click here.
- VP for Global Engagement Academic Mobility Provision Fund.
- Merit-based competitive scholarships are offered for the Semester\Year programs.
- Grants are also available through Masa Israel Journey (a joint project of the Israeli Government and the Jewish Agency for Israel), for those who are eligible. To find out more and to apply, please visit Masa Israel.