The Department of Academic Affairs is the primary point of contact between the Consulate of Israel and Academia. The mission of the Department of Academic Affairs is to foster cooperation with the academic community by making available Israel-related information, programs, and speakers to campuses in the United States. The Department works together with a variety of academic groups, including students, faculty, departmental, and professional associations.
In addition, the Department of Academic Affairs promotes and initiates study abroad and student exchange programs, both in Israel and the United States. Israeli Universities and Research Institutes are some of the leading academic institutions in the world. They have gained international recognition as a premier place to study and work. Israeli Universities work with and develop new leaders in the business and science communities, and are known for expansive innovative research in green technology and bio-medical devices. In addition to the many achievements in science and in technology, Israeli universities and colleges have a strong presence in the arts and humanities, drawing from the cultures of Israel’s diverse population.
For more information, please contact:
Avigail Buhler, Director of Academic Affairs
Phone: (415) 844-7505
Email: academic@sf.mfa.gov.il
Useful Resources
Study Abroad and Student Exchange Programs
Post College Programs
Funding, Scholarships and Fellowships
Useful Resources
Study Abroad and Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in studying abroad?
Learn more about Universities in Israel:
Additional opportunities:
Study in Israel
Arava Institute
For More Information Regarding Studying Aboad, please visit The Council for Higher Education in Israel
For Faculty
If you are looking for a speaker to come speak in a class on Israeli Politics, History, Culture, Economics, etc., please contact us as a resource. We also have a variety of printed materials that may be of use in the classroom as supplemental materials.
If you are interested in going to Israel to visit or as part of a mission or sabbatical please let us know. We can assist you in planning your trip as well as connecting you with Israeli Universities and faculty.