--- title: MA in Behavioral Economics in English at Reichman University | Studyil description: Reichman University’s English-taught MA in Behavioral Economics: courses, practicum, thesis track, Sunday and Friday schedule, 2026–27 tuition and olim funding. canonical: https://studyil.com/degrees/reichman-university/ma-behavioral-economics/ last-updated: 2026-11-09 --- # MA in Behavioral Economics **Reichman University** Herzliya 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 aid Taught in English Masa: possible, first year Checked against Reichman’s official pages, September 2026 Independent listing At a glance Thesis option **Degree** MA Thesis or final project **Length** 16 months Seven mini-semesters **Language** English International program **Schedule** Sun & Fri Sun 16:00–21:50, Fri 8:00–12:30 **Tuition 2026–27** ₪68,800 Program tuition **Minimum GPA** 80 Any bachelor’s field Check my eligibility → ✓ **Olim benefit Likely, with conditions** Student Authority aid for olim under 30 who start within 3 years of aliyah. ~ **Government funding Partial** Up to the standard state tuition, through the Student Authority. Reichman costs more, so budget for the difference. ~ **Masa grant Possible, first year** Reichman 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 Behavior The Psychology of Investing FinTech Empirical 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 schools** Run jointly by the School of Economics and the School of Psychology. **Internships** Behavioral economics internships for top students. **Practicum** A required, supervised practicum. **Research option** The 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. I am… My age when studies start 26 Months since aliyah (excluding army or national service) 10 ✓ ### 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. See my full breakdown → **10 November** First Student Authority application, online **1 October** Renewal each following year **Under 30** MA 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. *i* **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 tuition** 2026–27. ₪68,800 **Down payment** Due within two weeks of your acceptance letter. Counts toward tuition. ₪8,500 **Payment plan** Pay in full by the start of classes, or monthly from November 2026. Instalments add interest and fees. Monthly **Health insurance** Optional, for foreign students, per academic year. ₪4,970 **Student Union fee** Optional, one-time. ₪250 **Reichman alumni** Graduates of Reichman’s undergraduate programs get a discount on total tuition. 10% off *!* **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. *✓* **Bachelor’s degree** In any field. Prerequisites may be required depending on your background. *✓* **Minimum GPA** 80. *✓* **Apply online** Through Reichman’s online application form for MA and MBA programs. Confirm deadlines and start dates with admissions. - **Check your fit** See your olim eligibility and this program’s numbers on Studyil. - **Apply to Reichman** Through the online form for graduate programs. - **File with the Student Authority** Olim: online by 10 November of your first year. - **Reserve your place** Pay 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. Compare ## Other English-taught programs at Reichman. Master’s ### MA in Financial Economics ₪81,900 total · 14 months *Read the guide →* Bachelor’s ### Psychology BA $20,900 a year · 3 years *Read the guide →* Master’s ### MA in Human-Computer Interaction ₪81,900 total · 12–16 months *Read the guide →* Master’s ### MA in Government ₪56,650 total · 12 or 16 months *Read the guide →* [See all 19 English programs at Reichman →](https://studyil.com/degrees/reichman-university/) ### Sources - [Reichman University: official program page](https://www.runi.ac.il/en/schools/rris/graduate/behavioral-economics/) - [Reichman University: graduate tuition fees and terms of payment, 2026–27](https://www.runi.ac.il/media/fdsigeun/tuition-regulations-graduate-degrees-2026-27.pdf) - [Reichman University: graduate programs brochure, 2026–27](https://www.runi.ac.il/media/3b3oapum/mini-ma_2026_web.pdf) - [Reichman University: aliyah and olim information](https://www.runi.ac.il/en/schools/rris/resources-services/olim-information/) - [Reichman University: Masa grants](https://www.runi.ac.il/en/schools/rris/admissions/undergraduate-admissions/financial-aid-and-scholarships/masa) - [Nefesh B’Nefesh: Student Authority tuition benefits](https://www.nbn.org.il/life-in-israel/government-services/rights-and-benefits/student-authority-tuition-benefits/) Got it ### You’re all set. One of our advisors will be in touch shortly. Nothing to wait for in the meantime — here is your breakdown. A guide, not a ruling. Confirm the figures with the institution before you pay. Free, with no obligation to apply Your olim funding checked for this program You choose who contacts you [Or view the official program page ↗](https://www.runi.ac.il/en/schools/rris/graduate/behavioral-economics/) ## Not sure it’s the right program? Answer three questions and we’ll match you with English-taught options across Israel, with your olim funding on each. [Get matched →](https://studyil.com/#match) --- Source: https://studyil.com/degrees/reichman-university/ma-behavioral-economics/ · Published by Studyil. Cite as "Studyil" with a link to the page.