Explore University of Arizona Hillel Foundation
We are here to help YOU facilitate the development of a vibrant, diverse, meaningful, and empowered Jewish community at the University of Arizona. Undergraduate or graduate student, UArizona Hillel has something for you. From student-led services to student-driven programs and initiatives...from movie nights, to arts-and-crafts, to Israeli culture and travel, to fun trips with your peers, to diverse learning fellowships (with stipends!), to professional and leadership development, to Torah and Talmud study, to actually meaningful high holy days, to hikes, and MUCH more...drop in once, visit us at a table on the Mall, come to Shabbat, propose a program, check our our micro-communities/affinity groups, come learn with us, or just stop by for our free kosher snacks and Nespresso coffee. We are conveniently located on the corner of Mountain and 2nd, across from the Student Union Memorial Center in the middle of campus. Our building offers several lounges where you will always find students meeting, hanging out or studying.Undergraduate Enrollment
37,241 Students
*Percent of population
Graduate Enrollment
10,943 Students
*Percent of population
Jewish Experience
- Served by Hillel Yes
- Religious Services Available Yes
- Rabbi/Jewish Educator on Campus No
- Kosher Food Available Yes
- Birthright Israel Participation Yes
- Alt Break Participation No
- Jewish Studies Offered Yes
- Jewish Studies Major or Minor Minor, Major
- Study Abroad in Israel University sponsored program, University approved programs, Accepts credit for Israel study abroad
- Israel Fellow Yes
Kosher Dining
Hillel offers Shabbat dinners bi-weekly which are generally meat meals. In addition, Hillel offers Erev Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur break the fast, and the first Passover seder meals in addition to lunches during Passover weekdays.
Options: University meal plan-no extra cost;Meals available on shabbat/holidays only;Kosher food available nearby
Religious Services
UArizona Hillel holds Friday night services most weeks, often followed by a full Shabbat dinner, and sometimes by a kiddush reception. We have Shabbat Lab Saturday experiences quarterly, which include a delicious homemade Shabbat lunch. Our post-denominational, student-led services are full of joy and welcome all students, regardless of denomination, experience, or belief (including no belief!). Come sing with us.
Frequency: Friday and Saturday
Additional Campus Information
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- Private/Public Public
- Acceptance Rate 85%
- U.S. Region Western
- Commuter/Residential Residential
- Tuition In-State $10,990
- Tuition Out-of-State $33,739
- Out-of-State/Int’l 47% / 4%
- Greek Life Yes
Related Scholarships
Check out some of the scholarships available for University of Arizona Jewish undergraduate students.
Marcy Finerman-Lewis Scholarship
The Marcy Finerman-Lewis Scholarship supports an undergraduate student majoring in Communication at the University of Arizona. Required GPA of 3.0 available to undergraduates students currently registered for a minimum of 12 units and who demonstrate financial need.
John Likins Memorial Scholarship
Applicants must have graduated from a Tucson area high school and be accepted to The University of Arizona (students are encouraged to apply for this scholarship as soon as they are officially admitted to The University of Arizona).
Jack & Irene Sarver Scholarship
The Jack and Irene Sarver Scholarship provides funding for tuition at The University of Arizona to help Judaic Studies majors and minors achieve their educational goals. Applicants must be full time Judaic Studies students at The University of Arizona and in good academic standing.
The Hillel College Guide aims to provide you with a snapshot of each local Hillel’s makeup and offerings. We recognize that there may be more information you need in order to better understand the campus reality, particularly around issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. If you would like additional information about a given campus’ offerings or action steps in those areas, please reach out to us at [email protected].