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The Asper Scholarships provide
financial support for Canadians of all backgrounds who plan to study at the
Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
The opportunity to study in another
country and learn what only exposure to a different culture can teach, is a
precious one. Through the Winnipeg Chapter of the Canadian Friends of the Hebrew
University, The Asper Foundation first established the I.H. Asper Hebrew
University of Jerusalem Travel Scholarship Fund to give Manitobans and now
Canadians of all ages and backgrounds the opportunity to broaden their
post-secondary education by studying in Israel.
The Hebrew University’s Rothberg School for Overseas Students, inaugurated in
1955, is one of the world’s largest programs for visiting university students.
Each year, approximately 1,500 students from 60 different countries enroll in
courses offered at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
While studying at the Hebrew University, students receive an additional unique
education by living in the ancient and culturally rich city of Jerusalem. In
addition to formal studies, the learning experience includes study tours to
places as historically significant as Masada and the pyramids of Egypt,
workshops on Jewish and Middle Eastern issues, a Beit Midrash program (study
centre), student
Christian forum, internships and home hospitality.
The Asper Scholarship is not based solely on need. Educational performance,
employment record, community involvement and personal references, which outline
a candidate’s leadership abilities, significant achievements and other criteria
are considered by the Scholarship Committee. The scholarships cover tuition,
books and room and board. Students must cover airfare, Israeli health insurance
and any additional touring expenses.
“I promise you the experience of a lifetime if you study at the Hebrew
University of Jerusalem, one of the world’s jewels of higher education.”
~Israel Asper
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Jerusalem, Israel |
