In this track, you will learn about the history, politics, societies, cultures and religions of the Middle East and North Africa in a way that befits the region’s mosaic-like character, as well as its unifying cultural, social, and religious foundations. A broad array of electives and seminars includes topical themes and country-specific courses. This wide variety of academic courses is complemented with the opportunity to study Hebrew or Arabic. Sample course offerings include: Social and Cultural History of the Middle East, Modern North Africa: History, Politics, and Identity , Arab society in Israel, The Rise and Fall of the Ottoman Empire, Culture and Politics in Modern Egypt , and Spoken Arabic. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 80 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Applicants are asked to submit the following with their application form (all documents must be in original and sent from their source): - Official high school diploma and transcript. Applicants in their final year of high school may submit a partial transcript. Their admission process will be complete once the final transcript and diploma are received.
- Results of the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or American College Test (ACT). These are only required for applicants graduating from a U.S. high school system, whether in the U.S. or abroad. TAU's SAT code is 0810, and our ACT code is 5517. Applicants who attended non-U.S. high schools should submit the results of analogous nationally administered tests. Please note that the requirement to submit SAT scores has been waived for 2023 applicants.
- Two letters of recommendation from principal, teacher, guidance counselor, or others who are able to comment on the applicant’s academic abilities. Please ask your referees to submit their evaluations via email or through our online form.
- A personal essay of 300 to 500 words.
- A signed medical form with a physician's approval.
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| Test Scores: | - Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration)
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Statement of Research Interests
In some cases the Admissions Committee may also request a personal interview. Those applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview either in person, by phone, or by virtual media. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.