The campus of Yeshiva Shaar Hatorah is in Kew Gardens, NY, which is a large city. Its Jewish nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Yeshiva Shaar Hatorah is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Master's degree.
Yeshiva Shaar Hatorah is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply.
In 2007-2008, Yeshiva Shaar Hatorah had 141 students enrolled (146 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at the school are male.
Yeshiva Shaar Hatorah has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Yeshiva Shaar Hatorah offers students meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"A PROGRAM THAT PREPARES INDIVIDUALS FOR ADVANCED TALMUDIC SCHOLARSHIP AND RESEARCH AND THE POSSIBILITY FOR ENTRY INTO A PROGRAM LEADING TO ORDINATION."
More complete details are provided below.
Yeshiva Shaar Hatorah
117-06 84 Ave
Kew Gardens, NY 11418
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 23 | Talmudic studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Yeshiva Shaar Hatorah in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 21 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 2 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Yeshiva Shaar Hatorah had a total enrollment of 141 students (146 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 100% |
| Women | 0% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 79% |
| Graduate | 21% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 44% |
| 20-21 | 26% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 4% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 96 % |
Yeshiva Shaar Hatorah offers campus housing for 176 of its 146 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
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The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 57 | 30 | 53% | 30 | 100% |
| Men | 57 | 30 | 53% | 30 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,750 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,750 |
| Room and board | $ 1,750 |
| Room charge | $ 750 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 100 |
| Other expenses | $ 350 |
Financial Aid:
Yeshiva Shaar Hatorah participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2152000)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 6 | $55,662 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 6 | $55,662 | 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 Shaar Hatorah 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% | ![]() ![]() |
Notable:
Jewish affiliation
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Option to study abroad
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
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