Students of the Raphael Recanati International School with IDC Herzliya president, Prof. Uriel Reichman.

D E B A T I N G , V O L U N T E E R I N G A N D L E A D I N G

IDC Herzliya’s Berman-Lippa Family Foundation Debating Club is the largestdebating club in Israel and one of the most popular activities at IDC Herzliya.The club has represented IDC Herzliya in competitions in Israel and abroad. Anotheranchor of extracurricular activities is the IDC Entrepreneurship Club which facilitatesthe exchange of information and views among students with entrepreneurial interestsand ideas, faculty members and successful entrepreneurs. Social responsibility is woveninto student life as well. Reflecting IDC Herzliya’s philosophy that campuses shouldbe an integral part of their communities, many student activities focus on serving thepublic. Some extracurricular activities allow students to use their newly acquiredknowledge to contribute to the community. For example, students mentor buddingentrepreneurs at local middle schools through the Young Entrepreneurs Israel Program.Students can earn academic credit for participating in selected activities.

A W A R D - W I N N I N G A T H L E T I C S

IDC Herzliya espouses the idea of “a healthy mind in a healthy body” and givesits students the opportunity to participate in various sports activities and to be apart of its teams. The sports teams of IDC compete both at the amateur level aswell as the professional one and take part in numerous competitions including theAcademic Sports Association (ASA). IDC aspires to nurture the next generation offuture leaders and believes that this generation will be characterized not only byintellectual achievement and academic excellence, but also by perseverance, firmness,maximal realization of personal abilities and contribution to the community. Inorder to assist in developing such qualities, IDC enables students to integrate theiracademic studies with diverse athletic activities on a volunteer basis. The studentsat IDC have the opportunity to take part in some thirty sports teams. During theacademic year, games in various sports take place on campus. Additional sports areoffered to athletes through ASA membership including junior soccer, basketball,volleyball, handball as well as personal sports such as windsurfing, tennis, swimming,judo, fencing, karate, chess, athletics, gymnastics, dance and more.

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S T U D E N T U N I O N

The Student Union is an apolitical organization that strives to enhance student lifeat IDC and to assist both students and the community. Students from each classare elected to the Union in order to represent their class and to provide assistancewith both academic and social issues. The Student Union publishes a student-runmagazine, in both English and Hebrew, which serves as a news organ and a forumfor discussion of relevant issues. Useful information on academic and other matters,such as renting apartments, is available at the Union’s office. In addition to organizingcultural and social events, such as the annual Student Day festival, the Unionsponsors peer-based assistance programs to help students cope with academicdifficulties and to address special needs. The IDC Student Union encourages studentsto become involved in the community by sponsoring a variety of volunteer activitiesincluding tutoring Herzliya schoolchildren and holiday visits to the children’s wardsat local hospitals. The Student Union also provides assistance and promotes student'sinitiatives on campus and for the Israeli community. As part of the IDC Herzliyacommunity, international students are encouraged to take part in all Student Unionactivities.

“When I arrived in Israel at the age of 18 I instantly realized my connection

with the country, the people and my heritage. After having spent 9 months

living and volunteering here I knew that one day I would return. Attending

IDC has allowed me to follow my dreams and ambitions in an inviting

atmosphere, rich in culture, enthusiasm and motivation. In the time I have

spent at the Recanati School I have already made life long friends and had

opportunities I couldn’t have even dreamed of back home.”

Daniel Buchen, Sydney, Australia

C AMPUS LIFE AT IDC HERZLIYA

SERVICES AND FACILITIES

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C A R E E R D E V E L O P M E N T C E N T E R

The IDC Herzliya Career Development Center serves as a bridge between theeducational and the professional stages in the lives of IDC Herzliya students andgraduates. The Center strives to prepare students to enter the workplace and toassist them in locating suitable employment opportunities. The Center provides avariety of counseling, placement and informational services tailored to meet thespecific needs of the students and graduates of each of IDC Herzliya’s schools andhelp them achieve their career goals. These services include personal career counselingand assistance as well as lectures and workshops on job-seeking strategies, careermanagement and other relevant topics. In addition, the Center presents companies’and creates recruitment and networking opportunities such as job fairs and employersmeetings. The Center also maintains an updated listing of job openings in Israelfor students and graduates and a resource center with information about organizationsand companies. An on-line forum is used to answer career questions asked bystudents and graduates, and a list of “hot jobs” is sent out by e-mail quite frequently.www.idc.ac.il/career/eng

H I L L E L

The IDC Herzliya Hillel House serves as a hub for Jewish activities on campus anda platform that enables a variety of student initiatives. It aims to enrich students’lives with meaningful Jewish experiences, inspiring them to enrich the Jewish peopleand the world. The IDC Herzliya Hillel House strives to meet the specific needsof international, veteran Israeli and new immigrant students through activities thatcelebrate the broad spectrum of languages and cultures in Israel. Activities includeFriday night Shabbat dinners, trips around Israel, weekend seminars and celebrationsof Jewish and Israeli holidays.www.hillelidc.org

From left:Lauren Allouche, France; Althea Zeloof, UK; Gabrielle Charnas, South Africa; Danielle Weinberg, USA.

P S Y C H O L O G I C A L S E R V I C E S

The IDC Herzliya Psychological Counseling Service is designed to promote thehealth and well-being of students. Resident psychologists provide professional,individualized counseling in both scholastic and personal matters – from problemsrelated to social integration and learning disabilities to personal conflicts and crises.All counseling is kept strictly confidential. If extended treatment is recommended,the student is referred to a suitable off-campus professional. The PsychologicalCounseling Service also sponsors workshops on topics such as coping with anxietyin testing situations and inter-personal relations.

T H E L E A & N A F T A L I B E N - Y E H U D A S T U D Y S K I L L S C E N T E R

The Study Skills Center strives to help students who have been diagnosed withlearning disabilities and/or attention deficit disorder to succeed academically. TheCenter offers both workshops and individual sessions in which students work ondeveloping study skills such as: managing time; reading complex academic texts;writing academic essays; and understanding assignments, directions and questions.

“I grew up in Cali, Colombia and moved to Miami, Florida when I was

10 years old. I decided to come to Israel because I have lots of family

here and I truly believe that Israel is the best place to study, experience,

and grow. I wanted something different than the typical experience

in the United States and I succeeded in finding that difference. So far,

IDC has been amazing. The campus is beautiful, the faculty is so eager

to help, and I have made friends from all over the world.”

Shany Marianowsky, Cali, Colombia

ALL YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT RRIS

F R O M T H E S T A F F

We would like to thank you for taking an interest in the Raphael Recanati InternationalSchool and look forward to meeting you in Herzliya. We are here to assist you notonly in the application process, but also in adjusting to IDC Herzliya and makingthe most of your experience here in Israel. Traveling abroad to study is not easy, butwe are dedicated to making this process as smooth as possible for you. We will helpyou adjust to both academia and life in Israel in general, from acclimating to a newculture and being far from home to providing personalized guidance on academicoptions and everyday tasks, such as setting up a bank account, planning a weekendexcursion or dealing with government agencies. We believe that it requires morethan a good education to succeed in life, and we aim to provide our students withthe skills and knowledge vital to success. At the same time, we are forging acommunity of students that will support one another along the way and strengthenties between Israel and the communities from which they hail. It is a uniqueexperience for individuals who have the maturity, dedication and self discipline toembark on a global journey of academic discovery and personal growth. Feel freeto contact us directly.

T H E S T A F F O F T H E

R A P H A E L R E C A N A T I I N T E R N A T I O N A L S C H O O L

Wendy Keter, Director of the SchoolRRIS.Director@idc.ac.il, 972-9-960-2771

Sarit Ben-Or, Program CoordinatorRRIS@idc.ac.il, 972-9-960-2771

Mimi Laufer, Director of International MarketingRRIS.marketing@idc.ac.il, 972-9-952-7261

Jessica Bernstein-Danino, Admissions Coordinator in North AmericaRRIS.us@idc.ac.il, 1-212-213-6371

Davina Hammel, Undergraduate Program Coordinator for the School of BusinessRRIS.registrar@idc.ac.il, 972-9-952-7248

Stephanie Miller, Undergraduate Program Coordinator for the Schools ofCommunications and PsychologyRRIS.registrar@idc.ac.il, 972-9-960-2841

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Sylvia BercholzUndergraduate Program Coordinator for theSchool of GovernmentRRIS.registrar@idc.ac.il, 972-9-960-2801

David Jonathan TopelGraduate Programs CoordinatorRRIS.master@idc.ac.il, 972-9-952-7658

Merav AtarDirector of Student AffairsRRIS.absorption@idc.ac.il, 972-9-952-7391

Maayan GaliliCoordinator of Cultural and Social AffairsRRIS.culturalaffairs@idc.ac.il, 972-9-960-2794

Linda GoldsteinHousing CoordinatorRRIS.housing@idc.ac.il, 972-9-960-7657

Mali ChoreshHousing CoordinatorRRIS.housing@idc.ac.il, 972-9-960-2791

Gali HefezFinancial Aid CoordinatorRRIS.studentaffairs@idc.ac.il, 972-9-960-2719

Odeya ArtziStudent Affairs CoordinatorRRIS.studentaffairs@idc.ac.il, 972-9-960-2880

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FEELING AT HOME

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B E Y O N D T H E C L A S S R O O M

Studying in an academic institution in Israel is a excellent way for students to becomeacquainted with contemporary Israel and its priorities and trends, as well as with thelong, rich history of the Jewish People. The staff of the Raphael Recanati InternationalSchool feels a responsibility to take students beyond the boundaries of the IDCHerzliya campus and expose them to all that Israel has to offer, from the GolanHeights in the north to the Red Sea in the south. This is done through a variety ofextracurricular activities. They include: fieldtrips; seminars and events in uniquelyIsraeli locations, such as Masada and Jerusalem; hiking trips in the Galilee and theNegev; and becoming better acquainted with Israeli society by volunteering in theHerzliya community. In addition, we supply school tours that are tailor-made forthe students, based on their field of study and interests. Examples of these includetaking the business students to the Tel-Aviv Stock Exchange and to a bankingmuseum, while the communications students get a one-of-a-kind tour to exploreother means of communication which simulate blind and deaf experiences.The school also organizes events and programs on campus, such as the AmbassadorsClub, which teaches Israel advocacy and diplomacy. In addition, a wide range ofsocial events – from barbecues to bike trips to beach parties to formal receptions –bring together international and Israeli students.

P A I R E D F A M I L Y

The Raphael Recanati International School wants international students to feel athome in Israel and to have the opportunity to experience as many facets of Israeli lifeas possible. The school, in conjunction with the Jewish Agency for Israel and immigrantorganizations, arranges for students to be paired with local families if they wish. Thisallows students to experience Israeli life firsthand and enjoy holidays in a familysetting. The Jewish Agency has initiated a special project called Babayit Beyahad/AtHome Together which provides students with an Israeli family based on commonbackground and interests. For more information go to www.jewishagency.org underAliyah & Absorption. Please note that the Jewish Agency has agreed to include allRRIS students in this project and that responsibility for matching students with Israelifamilies is with the Agency.

L I V I N G A R R A N G E M E N T S

Raphael Recanati International School students have the option of residing in IDChousing. These are comfortable rented apartments sublet exclusively to our studentsin groups of three to six. The apartments are located off campus in residentialneighborhoods throughout the city of Herzliya. All apartments are furnished to meetstudents’ basic needs and include a private bedroom with a single bed (linens andtowels are not included), desk, chair, and closet. The shared kitchen includes arefrigerator, cooking platter and washing machine. The shared living room has sofas,

a coffee table and a dining table and chairs. The cost of the sublease is $6,000 US peryear.* The fee covers rent, municipal taxes and maintenance charges. Students areresponsible for paying utility bills (water, gas, electricity, telephone, etc). There area limited number of apartments available and in order to reserve a place a deposit of$1,000 US must be paid no later than July 1st, 2010. The deposit fee will become asecurity deposit once you move into the apartment. It will be returned approximatelythree months after the student moves out of the apartment, pending payment of alloutstanding bills and provided that no damage was caused. This housing programis designated only for students who arrive from abroad and whose immediate familydoes not live in Israel. Please note, the above information is subject to change andnotification will be sent out if there are changes.*Rental prices are subject to change according to the local real-estate market.

V I S A A N D S T A T U S A S S I S T A N C E

Students are responsible for clarifying and establishing their status in Israel and canturn to the Raphael Recanati International School staff for advice and assistance.Before commencing studies, all students must clarify their status and eligibility fora visa or Israeli citizenship with the Israeli embassy or consulate in their countryof origin. International students who are children of Israeli parents must settle allmatters, such as deferment of military service, with the nearest Israeli embassy orconsulate. Contact information for embassies and consulates around the world canbe found at http://www.mfa.gov.il/MFA/Sherut/IsraeliAbroad/Continents/

The Jewish agency provides advice and assistance to studentsconsidering immigrating to Israel.http://www.jewishagency.org/JewishAgency/English/HomeFor North America/UK:http://www.nbn.org.il/index.php

H E A L T H I N S U R A N C E

All IDC Herzliya students are required to have comprehensive health insurancecoverage throughout the period of their studies. Israeli residents, including newimmigrants, receive health insurance for a low monthly fee in accordance with thecountry’s health insurance legislation. International students who are not coveredby Israel’s compulsory health insurance legislation must purchase a health insurancepolicy which will accommodate all their health needs while studying at IDC. Wehave made special arrangements to insure international students who are not coveredby Israel’s compulsory health insurance legislation. The plan with Hilit Insuranceprovides comprehensive health coverage for an annual $500 US membership fee.

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LEARNING THE BASICS

O R I E N T A T I O N W E E K

The orientation program provides first-year students with opportunities to meetone another, get acquainted with the academic and administrative staff, check outthe campus facilities and explore the Herzliya area. The orientation program includesvarious social activities, an information session regarding administration and theuse of the campus facilities and an overnight excursion that is pure fun. This weekis a vital part of the IDC Herzliya experience and is an effective way to ease intocamp life. All first-year students are required to participate.

L E A R N I N G H E B R E W

Students can take elective courses in Hebrew for credit as part of their studies atthe Raphael Recanati International School. Students interested in doing so will begiven a placement test and divided into classes based on their test results. Classesare designed to help students feel comfortable using Hebrew.

R E Q U I R E D P R E P A R A T O R Y C O U R S E S

The Raphael Recanati International School curriculum includes preparatory coursesprior to the beginning of the academic year in order to help students obtain the mathand English language skills necessary to succeed in their studies. Business Administrationand Computer Science students are required to complete a preparatory course inmath. Students for whom English is a second language or who studied at a highschool at which English was not the primary language of instruction must take theEnglish preparatory course. Students who earn a high score on the TOEFL (Test ofEnglish as a Foreign Language) or an equivalent test – such as the IELTS (InternationalEnglish Language Testing System), the Israeli Psychometric Entrance Exam or theIsraeli high school five point matriculation exam in English – may request an exemption.

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“Studying at the Raphael Recanati International School allows me the opportunity

to pursue my academic education in English while continuing my life in Israel.

Attending such a stimulating learning atmosphere, enriched by the personal

stories of students from all over the world, has been a thoroughly rewarding

ongoing social and educational experience. This, as well as the unique global

orientation of my course curriculum, is invaluable in preparing me for a

professional career in a world which is getting increasingly smaller and smaller.”

Ido Tenenbaum, Tel Aviv, Israel

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C ALENDAR 2010-2011

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“When I first heard about IDC I realized that it was exactly what I was looking

for. The international aspect of students coming from all over the world

together with the unique program in communications which it offers made

me choose IDC for its very special characteristics. Even though my native

language is French, I know that English would be very important for my

future career in journalism. I always dreamed of being a reporter and I

know that IDC is getting me on the right track for my dream to come true.”

Haya Brami, Paris, France

September – October 2010 Preparatory Courses

October 3, 2010 Orientation Week Begins

October 10, 2010 Fall Semester Begins

October 20, 2010 Memorial Day for Yitzhak Rabin

December 5, 2010 Hanukah Vacation

January 7, 2011 Fall Semester Ends

January 9 – February 11, 2011 Fall Semester Exams

February 13, 2011 Spring Semester Begins

March 20, 2011 Purim Vacation

April 14 – April 26, 2011 Passover Vacation

April 27, 2011 Back to School

May 9, 2011 Israel Memorial Day

May 10, 2011 Israel Independence Day

To be determined Student Day

May 27, 2011 Spring Semester Ends

May 28 – June 3, 2011 Make Up Lessons

June 5, 2011 Spring Semester Exams

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IDC HERZLIYA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

IDC Herzliya’s first graduates and the school administration jointly foundedthe Alumni Association in 1998. It has grown to have some six thousand members.Alumni from various schools and years volunteer to serve on the Alumni AssociationBoard, planning its activities with the director, Adv. Adi Olmert, who is an IDCHerzliya alumna herself.The Alumni Association seeks to foster relationships between alumni, as well asbetween alumni and IDC Herzliya, and to encourage graduates to help one anotheradvance common goals. The Alumni Association’s goals include establishing adynamic network of alumni in order to help alumni further their professional careersin Israel and abroad. It strives to be a supportive organization that offers servicesand activities relevant to alumni and to develop avenues for alumni of experienceand stature to serve as mentors and role models for current students.IDC Herzliya graduates network with each other in Israel and around the world,helping each other when possible, reminiscing about their experiences here, andcontributing their time and effort to help strengthen their alma mater.www.idc.ac.il/alumni/eng

A L U M N I A S S O C I A T I O N A C T I V I T I E S A N D S E R V I C E S

Organizing professional enrichment conferences and seminars on law, management,computer science and governance.

Sponsoring GMAT, mediation and other courses and continuing education optionsfor alumni at reduced prices.

Helping alumni to continue to use IDC Herzliya services, such as the CareerDevelopment Center and the Marc Rich Library, by arranging informative andnetworking events specifically for alumni and showing alumni that the doors ofIDC Herzliya are always open to them.

Establishing and coordinating business clubs which allow alumni to meet leadingfigures in the Israeli economy.

Fostering ties with alumni associations of other institutions in Israel and aroundthe world.

Operating an Internet site that is an effective tool for nurturing connections andfurthering cooperation between alumni.

Organizing community service initiatives and raising funds for scholarships.

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The professional and academic worlds eagerly welcome IDC Herzliya alumni,appreciating their interdisciplinary outlook and the practical skills and experiencethey obtained during their studies. Alumni can be found at leading graduate programsaround the world as well as in major law firms, high-tech companies, investmenthouses, international consulting companies, the Knesset and Israel governmentagencies. Many alumni have used the entrepreneurial training they received at IDCto successfully launch their own businesses in a variety of sectors.

IDC HERZLIYA ALUMNI

Selected Graduate Schools IDC AlumniAttendCarnegie Mellon University, USColumbia University, USCornell University, USEmory University, USGeorge Washington University, USGeorgetown University, USHarvard University, USInstituto de Empresa Business School,SpainLondon School of Economics, UKMIT, USMonash University, AustraliaNorthwestern University, USNYU, USParis Graduate School of Management,FrancePort Elizabeth University, South AfricaToronto University, CanadaTufts University, USUniversity of California, Berkeley, USUniversity of London, UKUniversity of Pennsylvania, US

Selected Employers of IDC AlumniCommunicationsCellcom, Channel Two Television,Keter Books Ltd., Music 24 Television Channel

High-TechAmdocs, Check Point, Elbit, eWave, GE,HP, IBM, ICA Telecom, Legend BusinessTechnologies, Medcon Telemedicine, Microsoft,Netcom Systems, Ness Technologies, Oracle Israel,SAP, See-Run

FinanceClal Industries and Investments Ltd.,Cedar Fund, Equity Group Investments,Gerson Lehrman Group, Goldman Sachs,Matrix ABC, McKinsey and Company,major Israeli banks

Law FirmsYigal Arnon; Herzog, Fox and Neeman;S. Horowitz; Dr. Jacob Weinroth

Government and Public Service SectorsMinisters, Ministry of Defense,Ministerial Advisors, Members of Knesset,Parlimentary Assistants, Israeli Supreme Court,Israeli Foreign Service, Jewish Agency for Israel

OtherEl Al, Sakal

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APPLYING

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Admission decisions are based on a combination of academic and personal criteria:high school grades; standardized test scores (if applicable); letters of recommendation;a curriculum vitae (resume); and a personal essay.Full details on the application process can be found in the application form inthis brochure.

H I G H S C H O O L G R A D E S

Applicants must submit official copies of their high school transcript and diploma.Applicants in their final year of high school may submit a partial transcript. Acceptanceof such applicants is contingent upon receiving a final transcript showing that theygraduated and that the grades they earned in their final semester are similar to thoseearned in previous semesters. Applicants who have completed one year of university-level studies must submit only their high school diploma and university transcript.

R E C O M M E N D A T I O N S

Applicants must submit two recommendations from people who can evaluate theiracademic abilities such as teachers, educators, counselors, employers or supervisors.

S T A N D A R D I Z E D T E S T S

Applicants who graduated from a high school in the US must take a standardizedtest such as the SAT or ACT. However, if they have completed at least one year ofuniversity-level studies with distinction, they may request an exemption from thisrequirement.Students who graduated from a high school in other countries except Israel are notrequired to take a standardized test.SAT: www.collegboard.comACT: www.act.orgStudents who graduated from a high school in Israel must take the PsychometricExamination.

E N G L I S H P R O F I C I E N C Y

The academic program of the Raphael Recanati International School is taughtentirely in English. Graduates of high schools in which English was not the primarylanguage of instruction are required to pass the TOEFL (Test of English as a ForeignLanguage) or an equivalent test, such as the IELTS (International English LanguageTesting System) or the Israel Psychometric Examination.TOEFL: www.toefl.orgIELTS: www.ielts.org

"I was born and raised in Munich, Germany. When I thought about my future

I saw myself being in Israel even though I did not have any connections to

the country except for being Jewish. The BA program at IDC Herzliya seemed

to be the best option for me. I am now at the end of my second year and, if

I could turn back time, I would make the same decision again without any

second thoughts. I am sure that the experiences I had in the first two years

are going to be even better in the third."

Jerome Meiteles, Munich, Germany

A P P L I C A T I O N F O R M A N D F E E S

The Raphael Recanati International School recommends that applicants applyonline at: www.rris.idc.ac.il/RegisterOnline The fee is $55 US.

Applicants may also use the application form at the back of this brochure, obtainone from the Raphael Recanati International School, or download one fromwww.rris.idc.ac.il/apply and return it by regular mail. The fee is $55 US (or theequivalent in shekels or Euros based on the exchange rate set by the Bank of Israel)and can be paid by check or bank transfer to the order of “The InterdisciplinaryCenter (IDC) Herzliya.”

D E A D L I N E

For an application to be considered valid, all forms and other required informationmust be submitted to the Raphael Recanati International School at IDC Herzliyaby August 15, 2010.

T R A N S F E R S T U D E N T S

In order to receive credits or exemptions for courses taken at another academicinstitution, students must submit a detailed syllabus in English for each course forwhich they are requesting credit and/or an exemption. Please note that IDC Herzliyais not obligated to grant credit for courses taken at other academic institutions.To receive a degree from IDC Herzliya, students must earn at least 60% of thecredits at IDC Herzliya and must be enrolled at IDC Herzliya for a minimum oftwo years.

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TUITION AND EXPENSES

E X P E N S E S

Tuition Israel Experience Program Optional:IDC-Sponsored Housing

Please note, students that have master bedrooms, must pay an additional $50/month($6,600 US year).

Rates are subject to change due to fluctuations in market prices and currency exchange rates.

T U I T I O N P A Y M E N T A R R A N G E M E N T S

A $1,000. US tuition deposit must be sent to the registrar at the Raphael RecanatiInternational School within one month of being accepted to study at IDC Herzliyain order to reserve a place in the class. The tuition deposit is the first tuition payment.A brochure containing details on how to pay the remainder of the tuition will besent later. This deposit will be fully refunded to those who decide not to enroll, ifthey inform the Raphael Recanati International School of their decision in writingby August 22, 2010.www.idc.ac.il/tuition

A D D I T I O N A L E X P E N S E S

Students are responsible for their airfare to and from Israel. Students should expectto spend about $500- $600 US each month for food, travel and other basic expenses.Please note, the tuition does not include the cost of the textbooks that werecommend students purchase.

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www.rris.idc.ac.il

$9,000 U.S. per year*Included in tuition

$6,000 US per year (includes all maintenance charges,but not gas, water, electricity, and telephone bills)

* IDC Herzliya reserves the right to increase annual tuition by up to 8 percent per annum, depending on economic conditions, but no more than this. There is an additional tuition fee of $160 US for students in the School of Communications.

Please submit applications to:In IsraelRaphael Recanati International School,Interdisciplinary Center (IDC) Herzliya2 Kanfei Nesharim Street, P. O. Box 167,Herzliya, 46150, IsraelTel: +972-9-952-7248

+972-9-960-2801, +972-9-960-2841,Fax: +972-9-952-7334

In the USRaphael Recanati International Schoolc/o American Friends of IDC,116 East 16th Street, 11th Floor,New York, NY 10003, USTel: +1-866-999-RRIS,+1-212-213-5961, +1-212-213-6371,Fax: +1-212-213-6436

SCHOL ARSHIPS

Various scholarship opportunities are available to students at the Raphael RecanatiInternational School. The scholarships are awarded based on the candidate’sbackground or status in Israel.

R A P H A E L R E C A N A T I I N T E R N A T I O N A L S C H O O L

S C H O L A R S H I P S

The school provides scholarships directly to its students based on financial need.Applicants interested in receiving a scholarship must complete the Application Formin full during the registration period, providing all of the information anddocumentation requested in order to be considered. Only forms that havebeen completed in full will be considered. Scholarship applications will be evaluatedonly after the applicant has been accepted to study at the school. The scholarshipApplication Form can be found with the Admissions Forms to study at the RaphaelRecanati International School and on the IDC Herzliya website. Please note thatscholarship recipients who withdraw during the academic year may be required toreturn all or part of the funds awarded.Students who receive these scholarships are expected to perform thirty hours ofcommunity service over the course of the academic year in the school’s offices andthrough one of the many organizations that cooperate with the school. Scholarshiprecipients can choose to tutor and mentor children, work with the elderly, createmeals for the poor or volunteer with one of the non-profit organizations that operatein the Herzliya area.www.rris.idc.ac.il/scholarships

M A S A S C H O L A R S H I P S

The Jewish Agency for Israel and the Israel Prime Minister’s Office co-sponsor theMasa project to encourage young Jews who are not Israeli residents to study inIsrael. Students up to the age of thirty, who have not been to Israel on a long termprogram before, are eligible for a grant from Masa to go towards tuition at theRaphael Recanati International School. Students will receive an initial grant basedon their country of origin and can apply for additional funding of up to $10,000

US which is awarded based on financial need.Application forms for Masa must be completed online (see below).Please note, Masa is an independent initiative and therefore its criteria for evaluatingscholarship requests may differ from those used to evaluate requests for the RaphaelRecanati International School Scholarships. www.masaisrael.org

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F E D E R A L L O A N S F O R A M E R I C A N S ( F A F S A )

American students are eligible for a Stafford Loan as part of the Federal FamilyEducation Loan (FFEL) program. Registration from January, 2010 until June 30,2011 online at www.fafsa.ed.gov Our school code is: G40703.Please contact us via e-mail upon receiving your SAR (Student Aid Report).

S T U D E N T A I D F O R C A N A D I A N S

Canadian students who wish to take out student loans via their local SAP arewelcome to contact the Financial Aid Department for further assistance.

A D D I T I O N A L S C H O L A R S H I P O P P O R T U N I T I E S

Various sources in the Jewish and general community provide financial aid andscholarships to students pursuing academic degrees in Israel. We recommend thatapplicants check with their communities, non-profit organizations, local Jewishfederations and schools about the availability of and criteria for such scholarships.Many countries also have government-sponsored loan programs for students. Pleasecheck with local government representatives for details. Some of the many organizationsthat offer scholarships based on a variety of criteria are listed below. For otherfinancial aid possibilities, please contact our Financial Aid Coordinator atRRIS.studentaffairs@idc.ac.il

Student Authority olim chadashim (new immigrants) may receive help with tuitionif they meet the criteria. For more information contact your local aliyah shaliachgo to www.moia.gov.il/Moia_en/Students/Services.htm

Friends of the IDF Impact (for IDF veterans) www.awis.org.il/impact

Friends of the IDF HESEG Foundation Scholarships (for IDF veterans)www.heseg.com

Gruss Fund (for IDF veterans) www.gruss.org.il

United Jewish Communities www.ujc.org

Nefesh B’Nefesh awards grants for new immigrants from North America and the UKwww.nbn.org.il

Ami awards grants for new immigrants from France www.ami-israel.org

TELFED awards grants for students from South Africa. Please contact the JewishCommunity of South Africa.

Perach www.perach.org.il