Master of Arts in Jewish Studies

The Master of Arts program at Revel provides broad and intensive training in Jewish Studies, with concentrations in Bible, Jewish history, philosophy, and Talmud & Ancient Judaism. Our program welcomes students from diverse backgrounds who wish to deepen their Jewish learning through rigorous and stimulating coursework. Whether your path leads to law, business, Jewish education, or personal enrichment, the MA program offers an inspiring academic journey that fosters intellectual growth and professional readiness. We look forward to supporting you in achieving your goals. At the Master of Arts level, we provide students with broad and intensive training in their fields of study. The MA program appeals to individuals in all walks of life who strive to enhance their Jewish learning through a rigorous and stimulating program. The MA degree is offered in the following areas of concentration: Bible, medieval Jewish history, modern Jewish history, Jewish philosophy, and Talmud & Ancient Judaism. The program is structured to appeal to men and women (40 percent of our current student body is female) who strive to enhance their Jewish learning through a rigorous and stimulating program. Whether you want to continue professionally in fields such as law or business, enter into more traditional areas like Jewish education or Jewish communal service, or pursue the degree out of intellectual curiosity and personal interest, the program is for those who want to be challenged and inspired.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university and have a grade point average of at least B (3.0). Admission to the General Jewish Studies MA does not require Hebrew proficiency, though certain electives will be unavailable to students who lack such proficiency. With the exception of Modern Jewish History, however, pursuing any of the specialist tracks requires an academic background that includes documented evidence of a Hebrew proficiency adequate for the required readings. In the absence of such evidence, a Hebrew reading test may be required as part of the admission process. Beginners Biblical Hebrew courses will be available to students entering without Hebrew proficiency.