The Montefiore College

In general

The College is exacting in its requirements for entry. It expects applicants to have a good educational background, both in Torah learning and in secular studies. Some will have attended yeshiva and will hold university degrees; but there are no hard and fast rules and each application is assessed on its individual merit. The acceptance of the concept of Torah im Derekh Eretz and a wish to employ the acquired training in the service of the Jewish community are essential requirements.

Ashkenazim and Sephardim

The Montefiore College accepts students from Ashkenazi and Sephardi backgrounds without distinction.

Secular Careers or Studies in Tandem

Students are encouraged to continue their careers or courses of study in parallel with their semicha studies. Limited bursaries are available to help those who have difficulty in taking time off work to attend the course.

Applications

The modular structure of the programme enables the trustees to consider entry at the beginning of each term.

All applications should be made, in the first instance, to Lucien Gubbay, Chairman of Trustees, Montefiore Endowment (please see our contact page for details).

Applicants should attach a current C.V. together with a written statement of the reasons why they wish to join the Course.