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Master’s degree · Taught in English

MA in Behavioral Economics

Reichman UniversityHerzliya

Tiomkin School of Economics & Baruch Ivcher School of Psychology

The short answer

An English-taught MA from Reichman’s Tiomkin School of Economics and Baruch Ivcher School of Psychology on how people really make decisions, with a practicum and a thesis or final-project track. It runs seven mini-semesters over 16 months, on Sundays and Fridays. Tuition for 2026–27 is ₪68,800. It’s open to any bachelor’s degree with a GPA of at least 80.

✓ 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 30 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 MA in Behavioral Economics?

Behavioral economics studies how psychological factors shape economic decisions, and where real choices depart from the “rational agent” of standard economics. The program gives you theory and practical tools in psychology, economics and public policy, taught by economists and psychologists who also work in the field. Everyone does a supervised practicum, and top students can get behavioral economics internships.

✓A good fit if you…

  • Want to apply decision science in policy, marketing, finance or product
  • Come from psychology, economics, sociology, law, computing or another field
  • Want evening and Friday classes you can fit around work
  • Are an oleh or olah under 30 who can start within 3 years of aliyah

!Think twice if you…

  • Want a pure finance master’s. See the MA in Financial Economics.
  • Want to avoid statistics and econometrics, which are required.
  • Have a GPA under 80.
Curriculum

What you’ll study.

Seven six-week mini-semesters: foundations, applied courses, a practicum and your final track.

Foundations

Introductory courses

Statistics, Social Psychology, Econometrics, Consumer Theory, Introduction to Behavioral Economics, Data Analysis with Excel, and R.

Advanced

Applied behavioral economics

Decision Theory, Behavioral Research Methods, Experimental Economics, Psychological Motives in Decision-Making, Behavioral Economics: From Theory to Practice, Behavioral Ethics, Public Policy & Behavioral Economics, Reading Financial Statements, and Voices from the Field.

Practicum

Supervised work placement

A practicum seminar followed by a supervised practicum, applying what you’ve learned in a real setting. Electives include:

Consumer BehaviorThe Psychology of InvestingFinTechEmpirical Research Strategies
Final track

Thesis or final project

Choose by the end of the fourth mini-semester: a thesis (44 credits) or a final project (46 credits).

Two schoolsRun jointly by the School of Economics and the School of Psychology.
InternshipsBehavioral economics internships for top students.
PracticumA required, supervised practicum.
Research optionThe thesis track, for students who want to do research.
Olim funding

Can olim get funding for this master’s?

Often, yes. The Student Authority of the Ministry of Aliyah and Integration supports olim studying for a master’s who are under 30 (in some cases 35) and start within 3 years of aliyah. Check your situation below.

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Likely eligible for Student Authority aid

You’re under 30 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 30MA age limit (in some cases 35), 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 2026–27.

Reichman’s published graduate fees for 2026–27. All sums are subject to change.

Program tuition2026–27.₪68,800
Down paymentDue within two weeks of your acceptance letter. Counts toward tuition.₪8,500
Payment planPay in full by the start of classes, or monthly from November 2026. Instalments add interest and fees.Monthly
Health insuranceOptional, for foreign students, per academic year.₪4,970
Student Union feeOptional, one-time.₪250
Reichman alumniGraduates of Reichman’s undergraduate programs get a discount on total tuition.10% off
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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 ₪16,239 a year for up to two years (₪32,478 in total) for a master’s. For a one-year MA it pays up to ₪32,478, half during the year and half after you graduate. 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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Bachelor’s degreeIn any field. Prerequisites may be required depending on your background.
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Minimum GPA80.
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Apply onlineThrough Reichman’s online application form for MA and MBA programs. Confirm deadlines and start dates with admissions.
  1. Check your fitGet the guide and your olim eligibility from Studyil.
  2. Apply to ReichmanThrough the online form for graduate programs.
  3. File with the Student AuthorityOlim: online by 10 November of your first year.
  4. Reserve your placePay the ₪8,500 down payment within two weeks of acceptance.
FAQ

Questions about this program.

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?

Tuition for 2026–27 is ₪68,800 for the program, with a ₪8,500 down payment that counts toward it. Graduates of Reichman’s undergraduate programs get 10% off.

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

Olim under 30 who start a master’s within 3 years of aliyah can apply (in some cases up to 35). 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 are the admission requirements?

Bachelor’s degree: in any field. Prerequisites may be required depending on your background. Minimum GPA: 80.

Do I need an economics degree?

No. Reichman accepts a bachelor’s in any field with a GPA of at least 80. Students come from psychology, economics, sociology, law, computing and more.

How long is it?

Reichman’s program page lists seven six-week mini-semesters over 16 months; its 2026–27 brochure lists 18 months. Classes are on Sundays and Fridays.

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