Oak Park, MI is home to Yeshiva Gedolah Of Greater Detroit. Oak Park is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Yeshiva Gedolah Of Greater Detroit go up to the Doctoral degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in religion and philosophy.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
Yeshiva Gedolah Of Greater Detroit has 64 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A very high share of students at the school are male.
Yeshiva Gedolah Of Greater Detroit has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Yeshiva Gedolah Of Greater Detroit offers students meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of the Yeshiva Gedolah Rabbinical College briefly stated is:
1. To teach a student how to study the Talmud in a concentrated and intense style that encourages not only continued study for its own sake but also a study which ôspills overö to his peers.
2. To develop the student into a true scholar one who is aware of the importance of community and unity both with his fellow students, his teachers, and with the community at large.
3. To develop a student refined in character and responsible to his friends, family and community.
4. To develop each and every student into a critical thinker and a Talmud scholar."
More complete details are provided below.
Yeshiva Gedolah Of Greater Detroit
24600 Greenfield Rd
Oak Park, MI 48237
General Phone: (248) 968-3360
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 6 | Talmudic studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Yeshiva Gedolah Of Greater Detroit in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 4 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 2 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Yeshiva Gedolah Of Greater Detroit had a total enrollment of 64 students (60 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 | 12% |
| 18-19 | 39% |
| 20-21 | 30% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100 % |
Yeshiva Gedolah Of Greater Detroit offers campus housing for 75 of its 60 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Oak Park, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Michigan 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 | 23 | 23 | 100% | 23 | 100% |
| Men | 23 | 23 | 100% | 23 | 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 |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,500 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,500 |
| Room and board | $ 3,600 |
| Room charge | $ 1,800 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,800 |
| Books and supplies | $ 200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,800 |
Financial Aid:
Yeshiva Gedolah Of Greater Detroit participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2363800)
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 | calendar year | 5 | $37,280 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $37,280 | 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 Yeshiva Gedolah Of Greater Detroit 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 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
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