Yeshiva College

Founded in 1928, Yeshiva College is Yeshiva University’s undergraduate college of arts and sciences for men. Its programs embody a unique mission: to combine Jewish learning with the study of the classical liberal arts. Students at the College pursue a dual educational program that combines academic inquiry in classical liberal arts with the study of Torah and Jewish heritage. Located at the University’s Wilf Campus, the College’s proximity to several of the University’s other schools and affiliates provides students with a stimulating academic atmosphere. All major resources of the institution are easily accessible from this location. As a liberal arts college in the vibrant urban center that is New York City, Yeshiva College continues to meet the needs of our students in the 21st century through the ongoing development of a broad set of educational programs, student services, and extracurricular activities.

The College provides academic majors in arts and sciences disciplines, culminating in the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree. In addition, combined and joint degree programs are offered in several other disciplines in conjunction with the University’s graduate schools and other leading universities including economics, engineering, Jewish education, Jewish studies, mathematics, optometry, physical therapy, physician’s assistant, podiatry and social work. Students also participate in one of four distinct programs of morning Torah studies designed to meet the needs and interests of our students: the Isaac Breuer College of Hebraic Studies (IBC), the James Striar School of General Jewish Studies (JSS), Yeshiva Program/Mazer School of Talmudic Studies (MYP), or Irving I. Stone Beit Midrash Program (SBMP). Each student in Yeshiva College must be enrolled throughout his stay in a full-time course of study in one of the four programs. The Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein Honors Program, established in 1999, is designed for students who seek intellectually rigorous experiences, individualized mentoring, and academic challenges beyond the ordinary. The program augments the College’s educational programs and enhances academic opportunities for all Yeshiva College students.

The curriculum at Yeshiva College includes general education core requirements, major requirements, and elective courses. Majors at Yeshiva College lead to the degree of Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science. Students consult advisors in the Academic Advising Center, which also offers guidance in the areas of pre-health and pre-engineering. Students may also seek guidance regarding major requirements from academic advising or the faculty in the major discipline. Minors may be taken by Stern College, Yeshiva College, and Sy Syms students.

Refer to the Sy Syms School of Business catalog for business minors.