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About BGU
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) — public non-profit university. It is located in Beersheba, Israel. The higher education institution is among the youngest in the country.
The university is ranked number 471 in QS World University Rankings 2025. Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE), places the university in 501 position in the world.
BGU does research in different fields of study and invites students to bachelor, master and doctorate programs.
Location
Beersheba, Israel
Establishment year
1964
Students
20,000
Female students
52%
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As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at BGU is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 680 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 3,832 USD. The university provides tuition assistance to some students through financial aid programs. They are available to both locals and foreigners. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.
It is necessary to pay attention to other costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, food, and personal expenses.
11 years of school is not enough to get into BGU. Since students study longer in Israel, you must first eliminate the academic difference — study for a year at a university in your home country, or take one of the preparatory programs (A-Levels, Foundation, etc.). Before submitting documents to the university, applicants take an English language exam. The university accepts the results of IELTS. The IELTS exam must be 6 and above.
IELTS
6
Master's degree at BGU
In order to enroll at BGU for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6.5. TOEFL — 80 or higher.
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
80
BGU campus
BGU has an urban campus, which provides students with many options for study and recreation. The abundance of museums, theaters and cinemas creates opportunities for the cultural development of young people. In the city, there are also large companies that offer internships. The school has a library where students can do their homework or just relax. BGU regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs. For locals, this is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the cultures of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.
There are many options to stay in the country after completing your studies at the university. One of them is to get an offer from an employer and apply for a work visa. Detailed information can be found on the embassy website. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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