The main campus of Ohr Hameir Theological Seminary is in Peekskill, NY (a large suburb). The school is a private, not-for-profit school. Ohr Hameir Theological Seminary offers degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
The school does not accept everyone who applies.
The school's faculty/student ratio compares favorably with most colleges.
In 2007-2008, the school had 86 enrolled students. Males make up the lion's share of the student body at Ohr Hameir Theological Seminary.
Many students at the school live in campus housing. Ohr Hameir Theological Seminary makes available a lot of student housing. Meal plans are available.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Ohr HaMeir Theological Seminary seeks to train students in the skills required for understanding, studying and mastering the Talmud and the considerable body of traditional Jewish thought. At the same time we are committed to the understanding that knowledge is a means to a larger end. We seek therefore to help students build a world outlook drawn from the ethical and moral concepts of Judaism. If scholarship is to have a significant value it must orient its students to a way of life that, by its own definition, is good and moral."
More complete details are provided below.
Ohr Hameir Theological Seminary
141 Furnace Woods Rd
Peekskill, NY 10566
General Phone: (914) 736-1500
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 0 | theology |
Number of programs and degrees for Ohr Hameir Theological Seminary in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Ohr Hameir Theological Seminary had a total enrollment of 86 students (92 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| (Foreign Students) | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 16% |
| 18-19 | 52% |
| 20-21 | 31% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100 % |
Ohr Hameir Theological Seminary offers campus housing for 150 of its 92 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Peekskill, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York 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 | 11 | 11 | 100% | 11 | 100% |
| Men | 11 | 11 | 100% | 11 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | 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 | $ 7,300 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,300 |
| Room and board | $ 4,550 |
| Books and supplies | $ 200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,800 |
Financial Aid:
Ohr Hameir Theological Seminary participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1198400)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 8 | $45,021 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 8 | $45,021 | 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 Ohr Hameir Theological Seminary Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
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