General Admissions

Family Information
Information of each family member who will come with the applicant to remain in Jerusalem during the length of the program is required for the application of each person's visa.
Spouse
Spouse's Name*
Title First Name Last Name
Previous Family Name
Preferred Name
Passport Number*
Expiry Date*
Mother's Name*
First Name Last Name Maiden Name
Father's Name*
First Name Last Name
Nationality*
Citizenship*
Country of Birth*
Date of Birth*
Religion*

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Address & Contact
Home Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Phone*
Email*
Address in Israel (if applicable)
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Emergency Contact Information
Name
Relation
Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Phone
Email

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Trips to Israel
Please fill out the following document regarding your trips to Israel. If you mark the third option, please fill out the table with as many details as possible. If accepted to Polis, this document will be presented to the Ministry of Interior during your visa application.
STATEMENT - I hereby declare that:*
- I am an Israeli citizen or resident
- I have never been to Israel in the past.
- I have been to Israel in the past. Please find below the details of my past trips/stays:
Trips to Israel*
For EACH time you have been to Israel, please provide: 1) The entrance and exit dates from Israel 2) Purpose of your trip 3) Type of visa used to enter Israel

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Education History
Education History*
Institution Name City Country Degree Subject
Additional Note
Is there anything you would like us to know in order to make your experience at Polis Institute better for you (difficulties in walking, difficulties with sight, difficulties hearing, or any other comments)?
How did you hear about Polis?*
- Social Media
- Internet Search
- Educational Orientation Platform
- Printed Publication
- Polis Website
- Brochure/Flyer
- Friend

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Required Documents
- All documents must be submitted in PDF format. Files should include the candidate’s family name followed by the item name (ex: Rodriguez passport copy).
- Documents can be sent individually.
- Passport photos should be sent by post.
- Letters of recommendation must be sent directly by each reference and transcripts must be sent directly from each university (by either email or post).
- Candidates who submit their applications after May 1 may submit clear digital passport photos.
- We accept applications until August 1, but it is best to send all materials by June. Please contact us if you have any questions about the application or if you are concerned that your documents will reach us too late.
Two (2) Passport-Sized Photographs*
Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 2 MB, Max. files: 2.
Passport Photocopy*
Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 2 MB.
The passport must be valid for at least 2 years after the submission of the admissions application. NOTE: The Israeli Ministry of Interior will not process visa applications if the applicant’s passport is not valid until at least 6 months after the visa in question would end (for example, if a visa is from January 2022-January 2023, the passport must be valid until July 2023).
Photocopies of Israeli Immigration Stamps (if applicable)
Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 2 MB, Max. files: 5.
Scanned Diploma
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) - If required by the program.

If you are currently pursuing a BA degree you can include partial transcripts or any other relevant document.
Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 2 MB.
Scanned Diploma*
Highest degree attained
Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 2 MB.
Curriculum Vitae / Résumé*
Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, Max. file size: 2 MB.
Letter of Motivation*
Please create a short statement (Max. 400 words) about your experience, interests and motivation to study with us.
Accepted file types: doc, docx, pdf, Max. file size: 2 MB.
Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
Please type the email of each referee. The Polis Institute will send an automatic email to the referees with instructions on how to upload the letter of recommendation.
Letter of Recommendation (I)*
Letter of Recommendation (II)*
Academic Transcripts*
Transcripts are to be sent directly from the academic institution. Applicants are responsible to ensure that their respective academic institutions send the required transcripts to the Polis Institute. Transcripts may be sent by mail or email to [email protected].
- Yes, I understand.
Financing of Program (select one)*
- I confirm that I am self-financing this program and will pay my tuition in full using my own financial resources (loan, assistance from family/friends, etc.). An external organization or institution will not pay my tuition.
- An external organization or institution (i.e., a university, government institution, employer, etc.) will pay my tuition fee. I acknowledge that I am ineligible for the self-financing discount of 7,000 NIS or any scholarships as a result.
Scholarships
Hidden
Scholarships Deadline Has Passed?
- False
- True
The Scholarships deadline has passed

The Polis Institute no longer takes scholarship applications at this moment. Please contact us if you have any question. Thank you for your understanding.
Would you like to apply for scholarships now?
Please note that scholarships application will require more documents and information.
- No
- Yes, begin scholarships application now

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Scholarships choice
For the 2022/2023 academic year, only the Callimachus scholarship is still available:
Plato*
- Yes
- No
Hierosolyma*
- Yes
- No
Origen*
- Yes
- No
Callimachus*
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
Scholarship Motivation Letter*
Max. 600 words. Please use this opportunity to tell us about yourself and why you are applying for the scholarship. Please be clear about your personal and professional goals and how this scholarship will help you achieve them.
Accepted file types: doc, docx, pdf, Max. file size: 2 MB.
Writing Sample*
A writing sample of maximum 6,000 words. The sample should be a research paper or published article.
Accepted file types: doc, docx, pdf, Max. file size: 2 MB.
A Recommendation Letter (Non-Academic)*
This letter should describe the candidate's professional and personal qualifications and should be sent directly from a non-academic reference before the application deadline. A notification email will be sent to the referee with directions whereby he/she could upload the recommendation.
Skills
Languages
Please list all the languages you know and the degree of proficiency.
Language Degree of Proficiency
Areas of Interest
Technical Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Organizational Skills

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Submission
Application Consent*
11. Attestation
- 1. I declare that the information I have given is accurate and that the documents enclosed are authentic.
  
  2. I commit myself to ensure the payment of the tuition fees entirely and at the due time.
  
  3. I assume full responsibility for any legal consequence of my actions.
  
  4. I am aware of the living conditions in Israel and also hereby discharge and agree not to sue Polis – The Jerusalem Institute of Languages and Humanities for any risk of loss, property damage, personal offense or injury including death that may occur to me and/or to any member of my family during my stay in Israel.
  
  5. I commit to pay 500 NIS as part of my application.
  
  6. I declare that I have not committed any criminal offense against the state of Israel and that I am not wanted by the police of any country.
  
  7. I declare that I am not infected with any illness that might endanger public health.
  
  8. I understand that all students are expected to attend classes regularly, to adhere to their instructor’s guidelines, and to complete assignments as required.
  
  9. I understand that Polis reserves the right to use photographs or videos of the students for advertising purposes in Polis’ website, brochures, and other media.
  
  10. I understand and accept that:
  
  a. Successful completion of the One Year Program in Ancient Philology, the One Year Program in Near Eastern Languages, the Fluency program in Ancient Greek, the Fluency program in Arabic or the Certificate in Second Language Teaching Methodology allows the student to request a certificate from the Polis Institute.
  
  b. Successful completion of the Two-Year Program in Ancient Philology allows the student to request recognition of the academic courses followed at Polis Institute and receive an accredited MA degree from the International University of Catalonia (Barcelona) under the condition that the student registers and complies with the requirements of the accrediting university.
  
  c. Successful completion of the Two-Year Program in Near Eastern Languages allows the student to request recognition of the academic courses followed at Polis Institute and receive an accredited MA degree from the University of Navarra (Pamplona) or by the International University of Catalonia (Barcelona) under the condition that the student registers and complies with the requirements of the accrediting university.
I have read and understood the Application Rules and Regulations above.*
Consent*
I have read and understood the Scholarships Regulations, and I agree to comply with them. I am aware that refusing to comply with the Rules and Regulations might lead to expulsion from the Institute without compensation.*
Date of Submission*
Passport Number*
Signature*
Application Fee Payment
In order to complete the finalize the application, you will need to submit application fee payment. Upon proceeding, you will be redirected to PayPal where you may make payment via PayPal Account, Credit, or Debit card. The application fee is non-refundable.
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Graduate & Fluency Programs Application

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Program Selection

Personal Information

Family Information

Spouse

Address & Contact

Emergency Contact Information

Trips to Israel

Education History

Additional Note

Required Documents

Scholarships

The Scholarships deadline has passed

Scholarships choice

Required Documents

Skills

Submission

11. Attestation

Application Fee Payment

Institution Name	City	Country	Degree	Subject

Language	Degree of Proficiency