Yeshiva University

What you'll study

The dual degree brings together coursework from the Azrieli Graduate School and the Revel Graduate School to create an integrated programme in Jewish education, leadership and administration. Core topics typically include Jewish curriculum design, contemporary pedagogy, classroom assessment, educational leadership and school management, and advanced textual study in Tanakh, Talmud and Jewish thought. Students also study research methods and contemporary issues in Jewish education such as identity formation, pluralism, special educational needs, and the use of technology in Jewish learning.

Programme components commonly include a balance of seminars and practicum: small-group textual study and pedagogy seminars, leadership and administration workshops, a supervised field placement or residency in a day school or community setting, and a capstone project or practicum portfolio that applies theory to practice. Elective options allow specialisation in areas such as early childhood education, informal and experiential education, curriculum development, or educational policy.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a recognised bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Successful candidates typically demonstrate academic readiness for graduate-level study through undergraduate transcripts, a personal statement outlining professional goals and educational philosophy, and one or more letters of recommendation—preferably from academic or professional supervisors familiar with the applicant’s work in education.

Practical experience in Jewish or general education is highly valued; many applicants enter with classroom or programmatic experience. Admission processes commonly include an interview to assess fit with the programme’s dual academic and professional aims. Where applicable, proof of English language proficiency is required for candidates whose prior instruction was not in English.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Azrieli–Revel Dual Degree pursue leadership and teaching roles across the Jewish educational landscape. Typical career paths include classroom teacher in Jewish day schools, instructional coach, curriculum developer, director of Judaic studies, school administrator or assistant principal, and heads of education for synagogues or community organisations. The combination of pedagogical training and leadership preparation also positions graduates for roles in nonprofit management, educational consultancy, and continuing academic study at the doctoral level.

Field placements and the programme’s ties to New York’s diverse Jewish educational institutions help students build professional networks and practical experience that support job placement and career advancement.

Why study at Yeshiva University

Yeshiva University offers a distinctive environment that combines rigorous academic study with a commitment to Jewish tradition and communal responsibility. The Azrieli and Revel schools bring complementary faculty expertise in educational theory, Jewish texts and professional practice, giving students both intellectual depth and applied skills.

Students benefit from practicum placements in a wide range of metropolitan and community settings, mentorship from experienced educators and administrators, and access to Yeshiva University’s broader scholarly and professional networks. The programme is designed for those who want to shape the future of Jewish education with sound scholarship, pedagogical skill and practical leadership experience.