Acceptance Rate
57%
“Orthodox Jewish college blending rabbinic ordination with bachelor's degrees in the Midwest.”
Skokie, IL
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Hebrew Theological College, founded in 1922 in Skokie, Illinois, stands as one of the few institutions granting both semikhah (rabbinic ordination) and undergraduate degrees under Orthodox auspices outside the Northeast. Students here immerse in intensive Talmudic study alongside liberal arts courses, forming a tight-knit community of serious scholars committed to Jewish law and leadership. The college suits men deeply engaged in Orthodox observance who seek to balance religious depth with secular credentials; those preferring broad majors or flexible religious environments may find the focus too narrow.
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Classes emphasize close reading of classical Jewish texts in small seminars, where you'll debate Talmudic passages with peers and rabbi-professors who model rigorous inquiry. The curriculum integrates Jewish studies majors with business and education tracks, preparing graduates for communal roles, though options beyond these fields remain limited due to the school's size. Research centers on textual analysis rather than labs, fostering a contemplative intellectual life, but expect heavy demands on daily study time that crowd out electives.
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Total Enrollment
182 undergrad • 0 grad
Undergraduate
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White
87%
Hispanic / Latino
3%
Other / Multi-racial
10%
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Campus life revolves around the beit midrash, with mornings spent in communal learning and evenings in dormitory discussions or Chicago Bulls games via public transit. Shabbat brings communal meals and services that strengthen bonds, while the suburban Skokie setting offers quiet for study but requires trips to Chicago for urban energy. Social dynamics prioritize religious observance over parties, so you'll thrive if kollel life appeals, but the small enrollment means fewer clubs and a routine shaped by prayer schedules.
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$0 – $30K
$13,451
$30K – $48K
$1,959
$48K – $75K
$5,157
$75K – $110K
$21,030
$110K+
$21,030
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
86%
4 Years Graduation Rate
8%
6 Years Graduation Rate
8%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$33,291
86% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Hebrew Theological College and return in the fall. 8% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 8% graduate within 6 years.
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4-year grads
8%
Non-grad
92%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$13,800
Acceptance
57%
Undergrads
182
4-Year Grad Rate
8%
Endowment
$1M
Skokie, IL 60077
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