Ohr Somayach is located in a large suburb, in Monsey, New York. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Ohr Somayach top out at the Doctoral degree.
Students at the school often study religion and philosophy.
The admissions department at Ohr Somayach does not accept all those who apply.
Students at the school benefit from the low student/teacher ratio.
Ohr Somayach offers classes to 76 students (63 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at the school are male.
Ohr Somayach has a large share of part-time students. The school has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. The school does offer meal plans to students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission statement for OHR SOMAYACH is too lengthy to be included here. Please contact the school for information regarding our mission statement. ( This response was approved by the IPEDS staff )"
More complete details are provided below.
Ohr Somayach
142 Rte 306
Monsey, NY 10952
General Phone: (845) 425-1370
Admissions Phone: (845) 425-1370
Financial Aid Phone: (845) 425-1370
Ohr Somayach awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 22 | Talmudic studies, ministry |
Number of programs and degrees for Ohr Somayach in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 13 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 9 | 1 |
| First-professional degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2005, Ohr Somayach had a total enrollment of 76 students (63 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 5% |
| Full-Time | 5% |
| Part-Time | 95% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 85% |
| Graduate | 15% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 71% |
| (Foreign Students) | 29% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 36 % |
| Part-Time | 30 % |
Ohr Somayach offers campus housing for 100 of its 63 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Monsey, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 20 | 20 | 100% | 20 | 100% |
| Men | 1 | 1 | 100% | 1 | 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 | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (845) 425-1370
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,750 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,750 |
| Room and board | $ 6,750 |
| Books and supplies | $ 200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,800 |
Financial Aid:
Ohr Somayach participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2320100)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (845) 425-1370
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 8 | $61,914 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 8 | $61,914 | 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 Somayach 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% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Remedial classes for students
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
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