Not Shabbat
Once a week, we pause. We breathe. We come together. Find your people, share some refreshments, meet Hillel, and let Shabbat be what it's meant to be: community. This event is open to both commuter…
Explore Hillel at Drexel University
Drexel Hillel is a home away from home, a place to meet new friends, and reconnect with old ones. A vibrant community, filled with people from all around the world, from a variety of different backgrounds, and with an assortment of different perspectives on Judaism and on life in general. It is a place that allows students to continue traditions that they grew up with, and it's a place that allows students to try on new experiences for the first time. Drexel Hillel compliments the entrepreneurial spirit of our University, giving students the opportunity to dream big and participate in building Jewish life on campus and the Jewish future beyond.Undergraduate Enrollment
900 Jewish Students (7.3%*)
12,395 Students
*Percent of population
12,395 Students
*Percent of population
Graduate Enrollment
400 Jewish Students (4.7%*)
8,473 Students
*Percent of population
8,473 Students
*Percent of population
Jewish Experience Through Hillel
- Served by Hillel Yes
- Religious Services Available Yes
- Hillel Rabbi/Senior Jewish Educator Yes
- Hillel Mental Health/Wellness Staff No
- Kosher Food Available Yes
- Birthright Israel Participation Yes
- Alt Break Participation No
- Israel Fellow Yes
- JLIC Educator No
Campus Climate for Jewish Students
- Hillel CCI Antisemitism Training Participant Yes
- Open Title VI Investigation No
- Anti-Israel Student Government or BDS Resolution None
Kosher Dining
Kosher food is available on the University meal plan at the Perelman Center Cafe (under supervision of Community Kashrut of Philadelphia). Currently the cafe features light fare only (sandwiches, soups, heat and serve items). In addition to the cafe, Hillel offers free Shabbat and holiday meals.
Options: University meal plan-no extra cost;Meals available on shabbat/holidays only;Kosher food available nearby
Religious Services
Drexel Hillel hosts a variety of different minyanim (Orthodox, Reform, Conservative) - some meet weekly, others monthly, some on Friday evening and Saturday morning and/or afternoon, others just Friday evening.
Frequency: Friday and Saturday
Additional Campus Information
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- Jewish Studies Offered Yes
- Jewish Studies Major or Minor Minor
- Study Abroad in Israel University sponsored program, University approved programs, Accepts credit for Israel study abroad
- Private/Public Private
- Acceptance Rate 78%
- U.S. Region Mid-Atlantic
- Commuter/Residential Residential
- Tuition In-State $61,842
- Tuition Out-of-State $61,842
- Out-of-State/Int’l 49% / 9%
- Greek Life Yes
Trips & Experiences
Events
Roll, Gather, Connect
Join campus faith groups for an afternoon of board games, conversation, and connection with students from diverse backgrounds. All skill levels welcome come meet new people, share perspectives, and build community across campus. Lunch and…
Tuesday Schmoozeday
Join Springboard Fellow Anna outside on campus at the Mario Statue for Tuesday Schmoozeday, a casual hangout. This is your chance to say hi to friends new and old and try some delicious coffee. No…
Sock Puppets with Eli
Come create silly sock puppets with Drexel Hillel. All materials will be provided. Just bring yourself and your whimsy.
Challah Pop Up
Join Hillel for a challah pop up. Sprinkle on your fav toppings, learn to braid, and walk away with a challah that's totally yours. No experience needed - just an appetite.
Hillel BBQ on Race Lawn
🔥 Hillel BBQ 🔥 Good food, outdoor games, music, and summer vibes all in one place 😎☀️.
Candle Decoration
🕯️Candle Decoration🕯️Put your creativity to the test and decorate candles with Drexel Hillel. All materials will be provided, all you have to do is show up.
Falafel Friday
🥙 Falafel Friday 🥙 Come hang with Hillel, eat falafel (Israel’s iconic street food 👀) and hear about Birthright- a free trip to Israel for Jewish young adults✨ Plus more about fun Israel-related opportunities at Hillel.
Challah Braiding for Shabbat
Challah braiding for the community - braid challah in the Hillel Perelman Center's kitchens, and share it at Shabbat dinner. What you braid becomes part of the dinner table. Located at 118 N 34th Street…
Shabbat Services
Join us for Hillel Shabbat Services with rabbinic intern Emma, featuring a taste of Soulful Shabbat, which happens the first Friday of every month. These are prayers, songs, and poetry in community. It's truly a meaningful way to end the week ✨.
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