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Hebrew Theological College

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 120
Religious affiliation Jewish
Student to faculty ratio 5 to 1
Acceptance rate 80%
Students retention rate 87%
On-time graduation rate 6%

Located in Skokie, Illinois, Hebrew Theological College is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 80% indicates that Hebrew Theological College is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Hebrew Theological College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 5-to-1, Hebrew Theological College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at Hebrew Theological College is reported to be 6%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Illinois state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 48% whereas the national average was 58%.

Hebrew Theological College boasts an impressive student retention rate of 87% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 70% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

80%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$13,760

Cost of attendance at Hebrew Theological College in 2022 for students from Illinois.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Illinois's average $13,029
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$13,760

Cost of attendance at Hebrew Theological College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Illinois's average $19,104
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 38 of freshman students at Hebrew Theological College received on average $17,116 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$17,116
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 2 25% $5,708 $11,416
Other Federal Grant 2 25% $5,899 $11,797
State Grant/Scholarships 1 13% $5,340 $5,340
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 3 38% $11,404 $34,212
Total Grant & Scholarships 3 38% $17,116 $51,349

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Hebrew Theological College students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Hebrew Theological College students is 5.5%. Female students graduated at a rate of 5.1%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 11.1%.

5.5%

  • white 5.0% 18 students
  • hispanic 100.0% 2 students

Service Offerings

Hebrew Theological College provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Hebrew Theological College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • High school education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification