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Bachelor’s degree · First year in English

Engineering or Science BSc, year 1 in English

TechnionHaifa

Technion International, Technion – Israel Institute of Technology

The short answer

A four-year Technion BSc for international students and olim that starts in English: a first year of foundation courses in English with intensive Hebrew, then you join one of 13 engineering or science programs, studied in Hebrew. Tuition for 2026–27 is ₪12,203 a year for new immigrants and ₪15,254 for non-citizens, among the lowest of any program here.

First year in English✓ Olim: Student Authority aidGov funding: Partial
Checked against Technion’s official pages, September 2026Independent listing
✓Olim benefit Student Authority aidFor olim under 27 within three years of aliyah. The Technion says olim get generous state support for studies and living costs.
~Government funding PartialUp to the standard state tuition through the Student Authority, close to the Technion’s olim tuition.
–Masa grant Not listedNot listed for this program.
Overview

What is the BSc Engineering or Science (1st year in English)?

The program is a route into a Technion degree for students who don’t yet have academic Hebrew. You start with preparatory math, physics and chemistry and an intensive Hebrew course in the summer, study foundation courses in calculus, algebra, physics and chemistry in English in the first year, and then join a faculty and study in Hebrew from year two. There’s personal academic and social support, a buddies program with Israeli students, and the option of a research or professional internship during the degree.

✓A good fit if you…

  • Want a top-ranked engineering or science degree at a low price
  • Are ready to switch to studying in Hebrew after one year
  • Are strong in math and science
  • Are an oleh or olah under 27 within three years of aliyah

!Think twice if you…

  • Want a degree taught fully in English. Only the first year is.
  • Aren’t prepared to reach the required Hebrew level by the end of year one.
  • Want computer science or electrical engineering. They aren’t among the listed programs.
What you learn

What you’ll learn.

A first year in English, then your chosen faculty in Hebrew.

August–October

Summer preparation

An immersive Hebrew course at your level, a math preparatory course, and physics or chemistry preparatory courses with a classification exam if your high school didn’t cover them.

Semester 1

Foundations in English

Calculus, algebra, physics and chemistry taught in English, with Hebrew continuing as needed.

Semester 2

Toward your field

Courses in English following the recommended program for your area of interest. At the end of the year you choose your faculty.

Years 2–4

Your faculty, in Hebrew

Regular courses in Hebrew in one of the participating programs:

Mechanical EngineeringAerospace EngineeringCivil EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringChemical EngineeringBiochemical EngineeringMaterials Science & EngineeringBiotechnology & Food EngineeringChemistryBiologyChemistry & BiologyChemistry & Materials Science
To move into year 2Reach Hebrew level 3, complete 27 credits with an average of 65, and pass at least 66% of your courses.
Hebrew exemptionA Yael test score of 121 or more, submitted by 15 July, exempts you from the summer Hebrew course.
SupportA social guide, academic support and a buddies program with Israeli students.
InternshipsThe option of a research or professional internship during the degree.
Funding

Can olim get funding for this degree?

Tuition is already low. For olim, the Student Authority grant covers up to the standard state tuition.

I am…
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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 the Technion’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 the Technion’s tuition office so it can revise your payment plan.

Student Authority (olim)Olim under 27 who start within three years of aliyah can get tuition aid of up to ₪12,017 a year, according to Nefesh B’Nefesh. At universities it’s reimbursed after you show proof of payment.
Olim supportThe Technion says students who make aliyah are entitled to generous state support for their studies and living expenses.
Technion scholarshipsTechnion International lists scholarships for international students.

A guide, not a ruling. Confirm your eligibility with the provider and the relevant ministry or funding body before you pay.

Costs

What it costs.

As published by Technion. Prices can change.

Tuition for new immigrantsPer year, 2026–27.₪12,203
Tuition for non-citizensPer year, 2026–27.₪15,254
Summer ulpanBefore the first semester.₪2,625
Physics preparatory courseIf needed.₪600
DormsPer year.₪15,600
InsurancePer year.₪5,100
Campus feesPer year.₪1,230
Living costsFood, travel and basics, not including housing.$500–600 a month
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Olim, this is close to fully covered. The Student Authority’s cap of ₪12,017 a year for a bachelor’s is close to the Technion’s ₪12,203 olim tuition, so the gap is small. Fees are for 2026–27 and will be updated for 2027–28.

How to join

How to get started.

✓
Test scoresAn SAT, ACT or Israeli Psychometric score, combined with your high school grades into a “Sekem” score. The current minimum is 87 out of 100.
✓
MatriculationA recognized foreign diploma (AP, OSSD, IB, BAC or GCSE) or equivalent, with top-level math and a strong science subject.
✓
EnglishAt least 120 on the English section of the Psychometric or AMIRAM test, or the SAT or ACT equivalent.
✓
ApplicationOnline form, transcripts, test results and a ₪513 non-refundable application fee. Deferral requests are accepted until 1 May.
  1. Check your fitGet the guide and your olim eligibility from Studyil.
  2. Apply onlineUpload transcripts and test results and pay ₪513.
  3. Summer prepHebrew, math and science preparation from August.
  4. Pick your facultyAt the end of year one, then continue in Hebrew.
FAQ

Questions about this program.

Is the Technion program taught in English?

Only the first year. From the second year you study regular courses in Hebrew in the faculty you choose, and you must reach Hebrew level 3 by the end of year one.

How much does it cost?

For 2026–27, ₪12,203 a year for new immigrants and ₪15,254 for non-citizens, plus the summer ulpan (₪2,625), campus fees, insurance and optional dorms.

Which degrees can I finish in?

Mechanical, aerospace, civil, environmental, chemical, biochemical, materials and biotechnology & food engineering, chemistry, biology and two double majors.

What do I need to get in?

An SAT, ACT or Psychometric score and a recognized diploma giving a Sekem score of at least 87, plus English at 120 on the Psychometric English section or equivalent.

Can olim get funding?

Olim under 27 within three years of aliyah can get Student Authority aid of up to ₪12,017 a year, which covers most of the ₪12,203 olim tuition.

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