Baltimore Hebrew is found in Baltimore, MD. Baltimore is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Doctoral degree at Baltimore Hebrew.
The school is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
Admission to Baltimore Hebrew is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Baltimore Hebrew has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 109 in 2007-2008 at the school. A large number of students at Baltimore Hebrew are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Baltimore Hebrew Universtiy is to preserve, generate, transmit and apply knowledge of Judaism, through the teaching of its culture and civilization in a universal, trans-denominational context."
More complete details are provided below.
Baltimore Hebrew University
5800 Park Heights Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215-3932
General Phone: (410) 578-6900
http://www.bhu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 18 | Jewish studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Baltimore Hebrew in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 13 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 2 | 1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 2 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | 1 | 1 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 0 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Baltimore Hebrew had a total enrollment of 109 students (74 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| (Foreign Students) | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 16% |
| 18-19 | 1% |
| 20-21 | 2% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 16% |
| 50-64 | 20% |
| 65+ | 4% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Baltimore, Maryland for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Maryland Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,350 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,350 |
| Books and supplies | $ 750 |
Financial Aid:
Baltimore Hebrew participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 206000)
Baltimore Hebrew has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $48,233 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $58,923 | 5 | $49,940 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Baltimore Hebrew Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Tenure system for quality teaching
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