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
Every Jewish student deserves a campus where they can bring their whole self, and the college search is where that starts. 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, 2026.
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.
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2026 Hillel Magazine
The 2026 Hillel Magazine is packed with resources, advice, and real student stories to help all high school students and their families feel more confident no matter where they are in the college search journey. Inside you’ll find:
- The Top 60 colleges and universities Jewish students choose
- Stories from current college students about life on campus
- 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.
Hillel’s Virtual
College Prep Series
Virtual events from the world’s largest Jewish campus organization to help high school students and families prepare for college and the changing campus environment.
Hear directly from current Jewish college students as they break down their tips and tricks for packing, moving, dorm-life, and what you can expect during your first week as a college student. We can’t wait to see you at the session — and on campus!
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Hear expert advice from college counselors, Hillel executive directors, and student leaders as they share practical guidance, personal insights, and strategies to help you confidently choose the school that’s right for you.
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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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