College Decision Hub
Jewish families’ one-stop shop for everything related to the college decision process, from campus visit to application to selection — powered by Hillel International, the world’s largest and most welcoming Jewish campus organization.
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Resources for High School Students and Parents
This school year, Jewish high school students and their families will be paying closer attention to the college search process than ever before. Browse our curated collection of resources below to help in your college decision journey.
Compare Colleges Tool
Add up to three schools to see how they stack up across a number of different factors, including Jewish student population.
Top 60 Colleges by Jewish Population
Browse the lists of the top 60 public and private colleges and universities as measured by Jewish student population and published in The Hillel Magazine in October, 2024.
Scholarships for Jewish Students
Browse the world’s largest searchable, sortable database of scholarships for Jewish students, and apply to Hillel International scholarships for Jewish students throughout North America.
Navigating Campus Antisemitism
As the world’s largest Jewish student organization, Hillel International takes a leading role in addressing antisemitism on college campuses and ensuring the safety and security of Jewish students.
Hillel magazine
Make the college selection process a breeze by reserving your free digital copy of the 2025 Hillel Magazine, the official guide to Jewish life on campus. Explore the Top 60 colleges and universities Jewish students choose, read stories from current Jewish college students about life on campus, and find over 650 scholarships exclusively for Jewish students.
College Visit Checklist
Use this checklist to learn all about the Hillel on the campus that you’re visiting, as well as all of the other amazing opportunities for Jewish college students!
Resources from our Partners
Browse additional resources from some of our partner organizations to help you in the college decision process.
- 1 Boundless Israel: Questions to Ask as You Navigate University and College Choices
- 2 Collegewise: Navigating College Search and Applications as a Jewish Student
- 3 Collegewise: Finding the Best-Fit College for Jewish Students
- 4 RootOne: Resources for Teens and Parents
- 5 The Orthodox Union-Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus (OU-JLIC): Deciding on College FAQs
As you explore institutions of higher education, here are some questions you can ask to get a better sense of how these institutions are managing and addressing concerns of antisemitism. This is not by any means an exhaustive list, but it does provide some scaffolding to explore the campus climate and develop a more in-depth understanding of what may or may not be happening on the campuses you are considering.
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There are many facets of Jewish life that a student may be searching for in their college experience to find meaning, to mirror the traditions and comforts of home, or to connect with students who have shared beliefs and values. There can be a difference between finding a Jewish population on campus and finding community.
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Brought to you by former admissions officers, admissions experts, and Collegewise counselors, this white paper is every student’s ultimate guide to articulate what they’re looking for in their college experience and the role that they want their Jewish community to play in it.
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This collection of resources is here to help you continue to engage with Israel and stay connected to our RootOne network. We also encourage you to share these resources with your communities, your family, and your friends.
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Questions geared to Orthodox students and their families.
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Upcoming Session
College Prep:
Navigating Antisemitism on Campus
December 4, 2025 | 7 p.m. ET, 4 p.m. PT
Over the past two years, antisemitic incidents on college campuses in the U.S. and Canada have reached alarmingly high rates — the highest in history. There is some good news to share, however: Violent antisemitic incidents on campus — vandalism and physical assaults — are down significantly.
As high school students and their families are in the college search process, we want to ensure you have the information you need about what antisemitism and Jewish life on campus are like right now and all the ways Hillel is supporting students navigate the changing environment.
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College Prep: Make the Most Out of Your College Search
Aired October 23, 2025
With so many factors to consider in the college search process, it may be difficult to know where to begin or who to turn to with questions. As high school seniors are finalizing their applications and juniors are compiling their lists of schools to visit, this is a critical time to adopt best practices for college search.
This session will provide high school students and their families with the tools and resources they need to ensure they are prepared for the upcoming year. Hear expert advice from Hillel staff, trusted college counselors, and current Jewish college students as they share their top tips for making the most of the college search.
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Incoming First Years: Know Before You Go
Aired July 31, 2025
Fall is almost here — college is literally around the corner! In this special Virtual College Prep Series for incoming first-years, participants will get the chance to hear directly from current Jewish college students as they break down their tips and tricks for packing, moving, dorm-life, and what to expect during the first week on campus.