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Bachelor’s degree · Double major · Taught in English

Economics & Entrepreneurship with Data Science BA

Reichman UniversityHerzliya

Tiomkin School of Economics & Adelson School of Entrepreneurship

The short answer

A 3-year, English-taught double major from Reichman’s Tiomkin School of Economics and Adelson School of Entrepreneurship. You study economics, build ventures and learn data science, from Python and SQL to machine learning, with no prior programming needed. The 2027–28 brochure lists tuition at $20,900 a year plus a $300 materials fee. Olim under 27 who start within 3 years of aliyah can apply for Student Authority aid.

✓ Olim: Student Authority aidTaught in EnglishMasa: possible, first year
Checked against Reichman’s official pages, September 2026Independent listing
✓Olim benefit Likely, with conditionsStudent Authority aid for olim under 27 who start within 3 years of aliyah.
~Government funding PartialUp to the standard state tuition, through the Student Authority. Reichman costs more, so budget for the difference.
~Masa grant Possible, first yearReichman lists Masa grants for international students aged 18–35, depending on country, age and program.
Overview

What is the Economics & Entrepreneurship with Data Science BA?

The program gives you a working understanding of how markets, prices and public policy work, and the tools to start a business or startup on top of it. A large share of the coursework is practical: assignments, group projects and presentations. Programming and data analysis run through all three years, and Reichman says no prior programming knowledge is required. In year three you do a practical project with an industry partner.

✓A good fit if you…

  • Want economics depth together with startup and data skills
  • Are new to coding. No prior programming is required.
  • Like team projects and presenting, which are a big part of the coursework
  • Are an oleh or olah under 27 who can start within 3 years of aliyah

!Think twice if you…

  • Want entrepreneurship without heavy math. Expect calculus, statistics and econometrics.
  • Want a single-major economics degree. Reichman’s English economics options are both double majors.
  • Need the lowest possible tuition. Reichman is a private university.
Curriculum

What you’ll study.

Three years of economics alongside entrepreneurship and data science. These are Reichman’s selected courses.

Year 1

Economics, math and first code

EconomicsPrinciples of Micro- and Macroeconomics, Microeconomics I, Mathematics I–II for Economists, Statistics I–II, Introduction to R
Entrepreneurship & dataEntrepreneurship, Creativity & Innovation (0 to 1), Computational Thinking & Python, Excel for Data Analysis, Introduction to Data Science, Entrepreneurial Finance
Year 2

Econometrics, machine learning and a vertical

EconomicsIntroduction to Econometrics, Applied Econometrics, Microeconomics II–III (markets, game theory), Macroeconomics I–II
Entrepreneurship & dataDatabases & SQL, Machine Learning, FinTech, Product Management, Legal & Tax Aspects of Ventures, Accounting

Plus one industry vertical, such as:

Medical & BiotechCyber & SoftwareConsumer ProductsReal EstateInternet & E-commerceFashionTechSportTechSustainability & CleantechAccelerators & VCImpact EntrepreneurshipPlaytika GamingPre-Acceleration
Year 3

Deep learning and a capstone

CoursesDeep Learning, Business Intelligence, AI Tools for Entrepreneurs, UX Design
EconomicsApplied Economics (policy analysis), Experiments & Behavioral Economics

Choose a year-long capstone seminar (some need acceptance):

Data Science with industryVenture CreationVenture Capital internshipCase StudyValue CreationAcceleratorInnovation ResearchGame Changers (Playtika)Personal Research
Honors ProgramFor students with excellent admission records who want to build leadership skills.
Field tripsVisits to the Bank of Israel and leading companies, plus hackathons.
ExchangeAn exchange program with partner campuses worldwide.
Special programsZell Entrepreneurship Program, ASEhub, CO-UP and UpStart.
Olim funding

Can olim get funding for this degree?

Often, yes. The Student Authority of the Ministry of Aliyah and Integration supports olim studying for a bachelor’s who are under 27 and start within 3 years of aliyah. Check your situation below.

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Likely eligible for Student Authority aid

You’re under 27 with 26 months left to start. The grant covers up to the standard state tuition, so expect to pay the rest of Reichman’s fee.

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10 NovemberFirst Student Authority application, online
1 OctoberRenewal each following year
Under 27BA age limit, starting within 3 years of aliyah

A guide, not a ruling. The program must be recognized by the Student Authority. The 3-year window doesn’t count regular army service, national service or Masa programs. If you get any grant, tell Reichman’s tuition office so it can revise your payment plan.

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Not an oleh? Look at Masa. Reichman lists Masa grants for international students aged 18–35. They depend on your country, age and program and cover the first year only. You apply after you’re accepted, do 30 hours of volunteering, can’t hold a work visa while funded, and the grant stops if you make aliyah and start receiving government aid.

Costs

What it costs in 2027–28.

Reichman’s published figures for its English-taught undergraduate programs. All sums are subject to change.

Annual tuition2027–28, from Reichman’s undergraduate brochure. Subject to change.$20,900
Materials feeCharged a year to students in the Schools of Communication, Computer Science, Entrepreneurship and Psychology.$300
Down payment to reserve your placeCounts toward tuition. Refunded in full if you withdraw in writing by 15 July 2027.$1,050
Application feePaid when you apply.$100
Health insuranceOptional, per academic year.₪4,970
Reichman dormsOptional, per month, depending on the room.$1,100–1,300
Living costsReichman’s estimate of other monthly expenses.$700–900
For reference: first-year tuition, 2025–26Reichman’s last per-program fee sheet.$17,200
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Olim, read this before budgeting. The Student Authority pays up to the standard state tuition, which Nefesh B’Nefesh currently lists as ₪12,017 a year for a bachelor’s. At universities it reimburses you after you submit proof of payment. Reichman’s fee is well above that, so plan for the difference and get figures in writing before you pay the deposit.

Admissions

How to get in.

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English proficiencyIf your high school didn’t teach in English, you’ll need an English proficiency exam. Depending on your score, you may take English courses in year one.
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DocumentsHigh-school transcripts, a 250–500 word essay on why Reichman and this program, a CV in English, two letters of recommendation and a $100 application fee.
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Standardized testsReichman was test-optional in 2026–27 for US and Israeli high-school graduates. If you test, the SAT code is 4267 and the ACT code is 5385.
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Entrepreneurship questionnaireEntrepreneurship applicants also submit a short supplementary questionnaire.
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Quantitative backgroundFor economics, a standardized test may be required depending on your earlier math grades.
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DeadlineSubmit everything by 15 July. Admissions are rolling, with a decision usually within two weeks of a complete application.
  1. Check your fitGet the guide and your olim eligibility from Studyil.
  2. Apply to ReichmanThrough the international school’s online form, by 15 July.
  3. File with the Student AuthorityOlim: online by 10 November of your first year.
  4. Reserve your placePay the $1,050 down payment from your acceptance letter.
FAQ

Questions about this program.

How long is the Economics & Entrepreneurship with Data Science BA at Reichman?

It takes 3 years (industry project in year 3).

Is it taught in English?

Yes. It’s one of the programs of Reichman’s Raphael Recanati International School, which teaches in English.

How much does it cost?

Reichman’s 2027–28 undergraduate brochure lists tuition at $20,900 a year plus a $300 materials fee, with a $1,050 down payment that counts toward it. Health insurance (₪4,970 a year) and dorms are optional.

Can new olim get Student Authority aid for this bachelor’s?

Olim under 27 who start a bachelor’s within 3 years of aliyah can apply. The first application is due online by 10 November and renewals by 1 October each year. The grant covers up to the standard state tuition, so at Reichman you’ll pay the difference.

Can international students get a Masa grant?

Reichman lists Masa grants for international students aged 18–35. The amount depends on your country, age and program, it covers the first year only, and you can apply only after you’re accepted.

What do I need to apply?

Transcripts, a 250–500 word essay, a CV, two recommendation letters, an English test if your school didn’t teach in English, and a $100 fee, all by 15 July. Reichman was test-optional for 2026–27.

Do I need to know how to code?

No. Reichman says no prior programming knowledge is required. You learn Python, R, Excel and SQL in the program, then move on to machine learning and deep learning.

How is it different from Business Administration & Economics?

Both include economics. This one pairs it with entrepreneurship and data science, including machine learning, while the other pairs economics with business subjects such as marketing, accounting and finance.

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