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This Hillel serves: University of Georgia; Emory University; Valdosta State University; Oglethorpe University; Georgia Southern University; Savannah College of Art and Design; Kennesaw State University; Georgia Institute of Technology; Georgia State University; Georgia College and State University; Agnes Scott College; Georgia Southern University Armstrong Campus

Undergraduate Enrollment

600 Jewish Students (1.5%*)
39,511 Students
*Percent of population

Graduate Enrollment

100 Jewish Students (2.2%*)
4,561 Students
*Percent of population

Jewish Experience Through Hillel

<p>Hillel fosters a strong sense of community through events like coffee and bagels, Jewish-Greek Life collaborations, and tailgates that blend Jewish culture with school spirit. The Matzah Ball Soup Delivery program ensures that sick students receive kosher matzah ball soup at no cost. For adventure seekers, white water rafting trips and Alternative Breaks offer opportunities for community building and service learning. Leadership Development & Advocacy students can develop leadership skills through roles in the First-Year Council, Campus Engagement Internships, and Social Media Internships. Hillel also supports social justice initiatives like Tikun Olam, which encourages students to engage in community service and advocacy. The MitzVote campaign educates and mobilizes students to participate in elections, reflecting the Jewish value of civic responsibility. Through these diverse programs, Hillels of Georgia provides Jewish students with meaningful experiences that enrich their college journey and foster a strong, supportive community.</p>

  • Served by Hillel Yes
  • Religious Services Available Yes
  • Hillel Rabbi/Senior Jewish Educator No
  • Hillel Mental Health/Wellness Staff Yes
  • Kosher Food Available No
  • Birthright Israel Participation Yes
  • Alt Break Participation No
  • Israel Fellow Yes
  • JLIC Educator No

Campus Climate for Jewish Students

Religious Services

Students can engage in weekly Shabbat dinners, participate in Passover Seders, and attend High Holiday services. The Jewish Learning Fellowship (JLF) offers a 7–8 week experiential seminar for those seeking to deepen their understanding of Judaism. Additionally, the Café Ivrit provides conversational Hebrew courses, and the Distinguished Speaker Series features talks on various Jewish topics

Frequency: Friday night only

Wellness, Inclusion, and Activism

BE WELL WITH HILLEL Through a partnership with Jewish Family & Career Services Atlanta, Hillels of Georgia is proud to provide confidential counseling services at no cost to all Georgia college students.

Additional Campus Information

  • Jewish Studies Offered No
  • Jewish Studies Major or Minor None
  • Study Abroad in Israel University sponsored program
  • Private/Public Public
  • Acceptance Rate 69%
  • U.S. Region South
  • Commuter/Residential Residential
  • Tuition In-State $5,562
  • Tuition Out-of-State $19,630
  • Out-of-State/Int’l 2% / 2%
  • Greek Life Yes

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735 Gatewood Road NE
Atlanta GA 30322 US
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(470) 905-1800
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