Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid is in Far Rockaway, NY. Far Rockaway is a large city. The school is classified as a Jewish college. Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Doctoral degree.
Fields of study in vogue at Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid include religion and philosophy.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted.
The most successful professors at Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 111 students study at the school (in 2007-2008). Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid is essentially a male school.
The school offers a real campus feel. Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students at the school can take advantage of the school's meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid was founded to provide post-high school Jewish Education for men based on the great traditions of Eastern European yeshivos in an inclusive, supportive, welcoming environment. Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid sees the establishment of such an institution in the Far Rockaway area as a vital contribution to the spiritual life of that community, and will, through its policies and programs, endeavor to serve the post-secondary educational needs of Jewish families in Far Rockaway and The Five Towns, as well as of any qualified student who exhibits a sincere desire to devote himself to Torah study."
More complete details are provided below.
Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid
257 Beach 17th St
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 5 | Talmudic studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 5 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid had a total enrollment of 111 students (114 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 100% |
| Women | 0% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 51% |
| 20-21 | 26% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 71% |
| (International Students) | 13% |
| Maryland | 10% |
| California | 3% |
| New Jersey | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 97 % |
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 16 | 16 | 100% | 16 | 100% |
| Men | 16 | 16 | 100% | 16 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,700 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,700 |
| Room and board | $ 4,500 |
| Books and supplies | $ 250 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,000 |
Financial Aid:
Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3713300)
Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $42,500 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 4 | $42,500 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Jewish affiliation
Career counseling
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
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