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Ner Israel Rabbinical College, also referred to as NIRC or Yeshivas Ner Yisroel, was established in 1933. Founded by Rabbi Yaakov Yitzchok Ruderman, the institute was named in honor of Rabbi Yisrael Lipkin Salanter, founder of the mussar movement. This Lithuanian-style Haredi Talmudic college in Baltimore, Maryland offers enrollment to only male students.
Ner Israel Rabbinical College's programs focus on rabbinic literature and Talmud texts. These courses lead to a Bachelor of Talmudic Law, Master of Talmudic Law, or Doctorate in Talmudic Law degree. The college also has a Machon program through which students are trained to become religious Jewish educators.
The student body of NIRC has representatives from foreign countries like Israel, Australia, Belgium, South Africa, England, and Russia. Among the notable alumni of the college are Rabbi Yochanan Zweig, Rosh Yeshiva, Yeshiva Bais Moshe Chaim; Rabbi Dr. Chaim Milikovsky, Dean, Talmudic studies, Bar-Ilan University; Rabbi Pesach Lerner, President, National Council of Young Israel; and Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt, Chief Rabbi of Moscow.
Students attend Ner Israel Rabbinical College in Baltimore, MD, a large suburb. The school is proud of its Jewish status. Ner Israel Rabbinical College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school degrees go up to the Doctoral degree.
Ner Israel Rabbinical College is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission.
Ner Israel Rabbinical College has a tenure system for senior faculty.
There are 574 students at the school (as of 2007-2008). A very high share of students at Ner Israel Rabbinical College are male.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Ner Israel Rabbinical College offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Ner Israel Rabbinical College was founded in 1933 by the revered Talmudic giant Rabbi Jacob I. Ruderman of blessed memory for the express purpose of transplanting the great citadels of European Talmudic scholarship in the American soil. Over the past six and a half decades Ner Israel has become one of the foremost sources of Jewish leadership. Our graduates serve with distinction as Rabbis, educators, outreach professionals, in leadership positions of national and international Jewish Service organizations, as well as in lay leadership positions in Jewish communities throughout the world.
Ner Israel is housed on the beautiful 90 acre Beren campus in suburban Baltimore. Our campus facilities are being taxed to capacity. Our student body has grown to over 800 Students. The High school has over 250 students. Our College level program has grown to over 375 students and our Kollel Graduate School has more than 180 fellows.
Ner Israel is authorized by the State of Maryland to grant a Bachelor's, Master's and Doctor of Talmudic Law. We have articulation agreements with Johns Hopkins University, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Towson University, and University of Baltimore. Our students are routinely accepted in Graduate and Professional Schools throughout the country."
More complete details are provided below.
Ner Israel Rabbinical College
400 Mount Wilson Ln
Baltimore, MD 21208
General Phone: (410) 484-7200
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 70 | theology, rabinnical studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Ner Israel Rabbinical College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 48 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 12 | 1 |
| First-professional degree | 9 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 1 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Ner Israel Rabbinical College had a total enrollment of 574 students (602 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 64% |
| Graduate | 33% |
| First Professional | 3% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 14% |
| 20-21 | 41% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 91 % |
Ner Israel Rabbinical College offers campus housing for 450 of its 602 (full-time) students.
(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 offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 71 | 42 | 59% | 39 | 93% |
| Men | 71 | 42 | 59% | 39 | 93% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,500 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,500 |
| Room and board | $ 8,000 |
| Room charge | $ 4,000 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 500 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,100 |
Financial Aid:
Ner Israel Rabbinical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 208700)
Ner Israel Rabbinical College 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 | 18 | $56,431 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 18 | $56,431 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Rabbinical Studies (MHL/Rav)
Theology/Theological Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Ner Israel Rabbinical College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (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 5% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Jewish affiliation Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching
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