The Hebrew University is a scientific center of international repute, with formal and informal ties extending to and from the worldwide scientific and academic community.

It is an institution where young Israelis of all backgrounds receive a university education with an accent on excellence; where advanced, postgraduate study and research are stressed; and where special programs attract many overseas students to pursue degrees or earn credits for transfer.

The Hebrew University's mission

• To serve the State of Israel by training its scientific, educational and professional leadership;
• To serve the Jewish people by preserving and expanding the Jewish cultural, spiritual and intellectual heritage;
• To serve humanity by extending the frontiers of knowledge.

Nobel Prize Heritage

The Nobel Prize Heritage of the Hebrew University is diverse, starting in 1921 when the Nobel Prize in Physics is awarded to Albert Einstein, founder and supporter of the Hebrew University.

Did you know that:

• 30% of all doctoral candidates in Israel are enrolled at the Hebrew University?
• Over 3.000 research projects are currently underway?
• 16% of all the research conducted at the University finds application in high-tech industry?

Faculties, Schools and Institutes 

Mount Scopus Campus
Faculty of Humanities
Faculty of Social Sciences
Faculty of Law

Edmond J. Safra Campus, Givat Ram
Faculty of Science
Institute for Advanced Studies

Ein Kerem Campus
Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Dental Medicine

Rehovot Campus
Faculty of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Quality Sciences

Milestones

Film on the milestones of the Hebrew University.
Watch it here.

1882	Professor Herman Zvi Shapira proposes the establishment of a university for the Jewish people
1913	11th Zionis Congress passes a motion in favor of the establishment of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem
1918	Foundation stones laid on Mount Scopus in the presence of Chaim Weizmann, General Allenby and Jewish leaders
1923	Albert Einstein gives the University's inaugural scientific lecture during his only visit to Palestine; he also edigts the University's first scientific publication. Institute of Chemistry established.
1925	Gala opening of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Einstein Institute of Mathematics established.
1935	The University issues certificates enbaling young European Jewish refugees to enter the country and study in Jerusalem. Faculty of Science established, with Chaim Weizman appointed dean.
1936	First doctoral degree conferred
1948	War conditions prevail. On April 13, 77 faculty an staff members of the University and Hadassah are killed when a convoy to Mount Scopus is attacked. In August, the provisional Israeli governement recognizes the importance of the Hebrew University "as a central scientific institution of the State of Israel" and its duty "to continue its activities and develop them". The Mount Scopus campus is cut off from West Jerusalem.
1949	University relocates to makeshift premises throughout Jerusalem. Hebrew University - Hadassah Medical School, Faculty of Law and Adult Education Center established. First Summer Institute for American students held.
1955	One-Year Program for overseas students established
1958	Dedication of the Givat Ram campus
1960	Dedication of Ein Kerem medical campus
1964	Yissum Research Development Company established to patent University research findings and promote University partnerships with industry.
1966	Establishment of the Harry S. Truman Research Institute for the Advancement of Peace
1967	Jeruzalem reunified, access to Mount Scopus restored, renovation of Mount Scopus campus begins
1969	Academic activity is resumed on Mount Scopus
1975	Opening of the Institute for Advanced Studies
1985	Opening of the Koret School of Veterinary Medicine
1998	Rothberg International School (formerly the Overseas School) moves to te Boyar Building
1999	Dedication of the Selim and Rachel Benin School of Engineering and Computer Science