Students

A new ISEF Foundation study of 21,000 scholarship applications shows Israeli students shifting away from computer science toward social work and healthcare.

As the academic year begins, experts note that chronic focus issues and procrastination among students are often undiagnosed ADHD rather than mere laziness or lack of willpower.

As the new academic year opens in Israel, student union head Sivan Koren highlights the heavy toll of reserve duty, soaring living costs, and a looming brain drain, with a third of students considering relocation.

The Academic College has launched "Program Shachar" to integrate wounded IDF veterans into higher education with full tuition coverage, academic flexibility, and holistic support.

Student protests in Tirana, Albania, turned violent on Wednesday as demonstrators clashed with police, attacked government buildings, and called for the prime minister's resignation.

A study by Or Yarok reveals that public transport commutes to Israeli academic institutions take significantly longer than private cars during morning rush hour, leading many students to abandon buses despite heavy discounts.

A new survey reveals that 40% of Israeli students avoid political discussions on campus ahead of the October 27 Knesset elections, preferring safe academic spaces over friction.

A substitute science teacher in Rosh HaAyin threw a foam ball at fifth-grade students' heads after they disrupted class, prompting parental outrage and a school investigation.

Ariel University launched a pilot system for elective course registration, replacing the first-come-first-served method with a fair algorithm developed by Prof. Eral Segal-Halevi.

Israel's higher education sector expects over 350,000 students for the 2026-2027 academic year, driven by undergraduate growth, new medical faculties, and robust support for thousands of student reservists.

Student protests in France and Belgium intensify over school conditions and state budgets, leading to widespread clashes, thousands of arrests, and growing political friction.

The U.S. administration proposed a 70,000 dollar fee for the OPT student work program, impacting thousands of international students, including Israeli graduates seeking U.S. work experience.

A pro-Palestinian demonstration outside Columbia University in New York broke months of quiet, occurring alongside memorial events for October 7 and campus dialogue initiatives.

The Holon Institute of Technology (HIT) has inaugurated a memorial honoring eight students killed in the October 7 massacre and Israel's wars, featuring a corten steel monument in the heart of the campus.

Starting university brings financial challenges alongside new independence. Effective budgeting for tuition, living costs, and smart saving helps students navigate academic life successfully.

A new Shoresh Institution study shows parents' occupations predict children's PISA test scores more than twice as effectively as their education level, accounting for 45% of performance gaps.

Madison police arrested two fraternity leaders after discovering around 30 pledges subjected to severe hazing inside an Alpha Epsilon Pi house near the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Israel's healthcare system sees rising medical student numbers and new university tracks, but severe shortages, rigorous admissions, and a brain drain of doctors persist.

Office Depot launches extensive back-to-school sales for students, offering discounts on laptops, ergonomic furniture, printers, and stationery across branches and its VAT-free Eilat location.

A new educational technology hub, BitMaker, has launched at Tel Hai to boost science learning in northern Israel. Backed by President Isaac Herzog and Elbit Systems, it pairs 450 students with industry mentors.

While most students started the school year in the classroom, dozens of students from the "Mekor Chaim" yeshiva put on work clothes and began harvesting and weeding. The students participated in activities as part of the "Shorashim" program, which combines agricultural work with educational and values-based activities. Over the course of the year, more than a thousand students from dozens of...

The coverage does not end at the school gate. Personal accident insurance for students, provided as part of parental payments, may also apply when a child is injured at home, at an extracurricular activity, or on vacation.

Ryan Kamal Asaad from Kisra was excited to enter 12th grade and had already prepared everything required, but three days before the start of school he was killed in a fatal car accident that claimed the life of another person. "His dreams were shattered. He will no longer go to the army, will not enter 12th grade," said his father in pain, who called out to the public with a plea: "Drive...

Ahead of new restrictions on phone use in middle schools, students, parents, and educators agree that screens have become a problem, but believe that a ban alone will not solve it. Dr. Rotem Eliyahu warns: "Other skills will not return on their own."

Ministry of Education data presented to the Knesset Education Committee reveals the scale of the system ahead of the new school year. Over half a million children will attend kindergartens, while approximately 2.08 million will study in grades 1-12. Some 418,000 students are eligible for special education services.

A group of Palestinian researchers who have already received study offers in the European country will not be able to begin their studies. The reason is the blocking of their exit from the Gaza Strip due to disagreements within the nationalist coalition regarding immigration policy.

In September of this year, students are expected to have only 14 school days due to the Tishrei holidays. Purchasing single tickets will save 30% for students who study on Fridays and 40% for those who do not study on Fridays.

24 medals, including nine gold: Israeli students achieved impressive results this year at international science olympiads. So what makes a student an Olympic champion? Dr. Carmel Bar, director of Israel's national teams on behalf of the Future Scientists Center, shares tips that can make the difference.

A survey examining the effects of the "Lion's Roar" war presents a worrying picture: over 80% of parents report psychological damage to their children, and 74% report social damage. Only 22.4% are satisfied with the Ministry of Education's performance, while the ultra-Orthodox sector reports significantly lower levels of damage.

Starting from the upcoming school year, the Ministry of Education will ban the use of smartphones and smartwatches in middle schools to restore focus in classrooms. Students refuse to surrender and are purchasing dummy devices, camouflage covers, and watches to be hidden under pants. Chairman of the Parents' Leadership: "We fear a situation of increased violence in schools."

Only 3% of teachers believe children are properly prepared for school, while 48% estimate they arrive insufficiently or not at all prepared. And what is the price parents pay for private lessons? Back to school project.

The complex represents a significant step in strengthening the community of students and researchers in the capital, and will provide new and advanced housing solutions in the heart of the campus alongside a learning and community environment and a variety of services. The complex, designed by Schwartz-Besnosoff Architects, enjoys exceptional transport accessibility, including a connection to the...

The school year is approaching, and it's time to gear up: from headphones that translate and summarize lessons to a tablet with 'armor' — here are eight gadgets to make a student's life more comfortable.

Channel 14 monitoring reveals that the attempt to allocate millions of shekels from student funds for activities during the election period was blocked after student union representatives opposed the move and demanded a significant reduction in the amount and the creation of transparency and oversight mechanisms. At the center of the dispute was a demand by the National Union of Students chair...

A government report reveals a grim reality on campuses: most students are afraid to display Jewish symbols and feel that universities have abandoned them. A third of harassment incidents are carried out by lecturers and academic staff.

Students are obsessed with smartphones: 18% of them testify that they often forget to perform tasks because they were busy with it. 22% of teenagers say they are immersed in their phone even while spending time with friends. The ORT network identifies damage to attention and mental health and is launching a program with students and teachers to reduce phone usage.

Students at Bar-Ilan University are facing demands to pay for courses they were exempted from due to reserve duty. The university maintains that the exemption is academic, not financial.

The iDigital chain is launching a special consumer campaign, granting a package of accessories and an extended warranty worth up to 999 shekels at no extra charge for those purchasing at the chain's branches and on the website.

The annual student survey reveals a young generation grappling with economic distress, burnout, and a loss of trust in the government. A majority of students state that the cost of living will determine their vote, and 28% are already considering emigration after graduation. The National Union of Students plans to demand that party leaders adopt a 'National Program for Israel’s Youth.'

No parties, no alcohol, and no shared apartments: young people in the USA who are tired of paying exorbitant rent have found the most unusual solution available, for only 500 dollars.

Nicola Coughlan ("Bridgerton"), Paapa Essiedu ("Harry Potter"), and other British celebrities have joined an initiative to donate items from their personal collections for an auction, with proceeds dedicated to assisting students from Gaza who have been accepted to study in the UK. "I cannot imagine a situation where almost all universities have been destroyed, and the immense talent in every...