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Welcome to the Weizmann School of Science

Founded in 1958, the Weizmann School of Science (WSoS) is the academic arm of the Weizmann Institute of Science. As a student at the Weizmann School of Science, you will be able to immerse yourself fully in research and study and work directly with research groups conducting groundbreaking and innovative research in their fields.

The Weizmann School of Science was chartered in New York State in 1967 as the Feinberg Graduate School.  The School received endowment and capital funding from the late Abraham Feinberg LL.B. (USA), who served as the founding Chairman of its Board of Trustees. The First Dean of the Weizmann School of Science was Prof. Joseph Gillis.

Mission

The Graduate School’s goal is the advanced training of new generations of creative and original researchers in the natural sciences and mathematics ─ in other words, the education of future scientific leaders. All students at the Weizmann School of Science are directly involved in the research conducted at the Institute.

Study Tracks and Fields of Study

The Weizmann School of Science offers the following study tracks:

Accreditation

The Weizmann School of Science is accredited by the Council for Higher Education in Israel.

Language

The official language of instruction at the Weizmann School of Science is English. This enables international students to benefit from its programs.

Non-discrimination Policy

The only criteria for admission to the Weizmann School of Science is academic excellence and integrity. The Weizmann School of Science admits students of any race, color, religion, gender, and ethnic origin to all the programs, privileges and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. See How to Apply for MSc Studies.

Fellowships

All students at the Weizmann School of Science receive fellowships so that they can devote their time to research and study. For further information, see Fellowships and Aid.

Tuition

All students at the Weizmann School of Science are exempted from paying tuition fees.

Management

The Weizmann School of Science is headed by a Dean, who receives the assistance of the WSoS Academic Secretary and of a Steering Committee consisting of the directors of WSoS five Research Schools. The Graduate School Office, headed by a Director Operations, coordinates all the services, activities and duties for which the School is responsible.

Framework

Studies at WSoS are conducted within the framework of research schools. Each school is headed by a director appointed by the WSoS Dean.  Each director is assisted by a Board of Studies. The director of each school coordinates all activities in the relevant field of study. These include guidelines for academic requirements, courses and laboratory work; admission of students; and evaluation of their progress in both research and studies. The instructors and mentors of students at the Weizmann School of Science are Weizmann Institute of Science faculty members, as are most of the lecturers teaching the courses offered by the WSoS.

Non-degree Undergraduate Programs

The Weizmann School of Science runs non-degree undergraduate programs designed to offer their participants an opportunity to experience science by becoming part of a research group at the Weizmann Institute. The goal is to support and cultivate the interest of undergraduate students in pursuing a career in the sciences and strengthen their curiosity and commitment through real laboratory experiences. The programs are:

Postdoctoral Training

The Weizmann School of Science is also responsible for the administrative and academic aspects of the postdoctoral training at the Weizmann Institute of Science.

Applications

Applications to the PhD tracks and postdoctoral fellowships are accepted throughout the year, while applications to the MSc degree must be received before the end of February for the following academic year. See the Admissions section to find out how to apply to each of the study programs.