Touro Graduate School of Jewish Studies

Touro Graduate School of Jewish Studies is a university in New York, NY, offering a Master of Arts degree in Jewish Studies with concentrations in Jewish history or Jewish education, as well as a PhD in Jewish Studies. The school serves students seeking advanced academic training in Jewish history, education, and scholarship, emphasizing close student-faculty interaction, rigorous curriculum, and interdisciplinary learning. It is accredited by the Middle States Association and maintains a small, supportive academic community. The school was founded in 1981 by Dean Michael Shmidman and is currently led by Dean Moshe Sokol. It has a student body of approximately 70 full- and part-time students. The institution offers both in-person and online degree programs, with courses in Jewish history, Hasidism, Holocaust studies, and Jewish-Muslim relations, taught in seminar-style settings.

The Graduate School of Jewish Studies emphasizes a collegial learning environment rooted in mutual respect and intellectual curiosity. Faculty members are recognized scholars in their fields, and students engage in deep scholarly work, including thesis development for the MA program. The school values academic excellence, Hebrew language proficiency, and a commitment to Jewish community and scholarship. It has developed a reputation for superior instruction, personalized attention, and a strong focus on both historical study and contemporary application.

Located at 3 Times Sq Room 654 in New York, NY, the school occupies a space within a prominent urban district. It is situated on a major thoroughfare in midtown Manhattan, near the heart of the city’s commercial and cultural center. The surrounding area includes high-rise offices, entertainment venues, and public transit hubs, placing the school within a dynamic urban setting. The institution’s location reflects its integration into a vibrant metropolitan environment while maintaining a dedicated academic focus.

The school is known for its rigorous academic standards, small class sizes, and strong emphasis on scholarship in Jewish history and education. Its programs attract students with a deep commitment to Jewish learning and community engagement. With a long-standing tradition of academic excellence and a growing presence in online education, it stands as a distinctive institution in the field of Jewish studies.

Services:

• Master of Arts degree in Jewish Studies
• PhD in Jewish Studies
• Online Degree Programs
• Close student-faculty interaction
• Superior instruction and rigorous curriculum