Academic Excellence at Bar-Ilan University
A closer look at the scholarships, mentorships, and career-shaping experiences that define Bar-Ilan’s leading academic programs
Bar-Ilan University is home to some of Israel’s most prestigious academic excellence programs, designed to cultivate the next generation of researchers, innovators, and leaders. From brain science to biotechnology, law, and engineering, the university offers a broad spectrum of elite tracks that combine academic rigor, personal mentorship, hands-on experience, and financial support—ensuring that outstanding students can reach their full potential.
Rector’s Scholarship: Celebrating Pre-Academic Excellence
The Rector’s Scholarship is awarded automatically to new first-year students who arrive with exceptionally high matriculation and psychometric scores. This full tuition waiver for the first year acknowledges academic excellence even before students begin their studies. It also opens the door to continued academic growth, including potential entry into the elite “Ilanot” program for those maintaining a GPA above 96.5.
V1 – Excellence in Brain Science
Bar-Ilan’s Gonda Multidisciplinary Brain Research Center offers the groundbreaking V1 honors program to intellectually curious students passionate about neuroscience. From the very first year, participants engage in hands-on research in one of the center’s 60 advanced labs—exploring everything from biological psychiatry to neurodegenerative diseases. The program includes full tuition, a generous living stipend, close academic mentorship, and unparalleled access to Israel’s neurotech, AI, and biotech industries.
700 Club – Engineering for the Future
The Faculty of Engineering’s prestigious “700 Club” partners with global high-tech giant KLA-Tencor to provide students with real-world experience, personal mentoring by industry leaders, and top-tier academic support. With a psychometric threshold of 700 or higher, students accepted into this program receive scholarships, career development support, and access to one of Israel’s most advanced research complexes. Graduates of the 700 Club go on to lead in fields such as AI, signal processing, and data science.
IMPACT – Elite Law and Technology
Bar-Ilan’s Faculty of Law is more than a place to study—it’s a vibrant lab of legal innovation. The IMPACT honors program offers a cutting-edge legal education enriched with coursework in computer science, economics, philosophy, and English. Students are paired with a powerful professional network and benefit from generous multi-year scholarships. With strong ties to Israel’s top law firms and a focus on societal change, graduates of the program enter the legal field equipped to lead.
Psagot – Life Sciences Leaders
Psagot is a fast-track honors track combining a bachelor's and master’s degree in the life sciences in just four years. From cancer treatments to regenerative medicine and clean energy research, students dive into real-world discovery alongside Bar-Ilan’s top scientists. The program offers financial support, international conference opportunities, and research roles—all within a warm, collaborative academic atmosphere that promotes innovation and scientific impact.
Tzukim – Computer Science Excellence
The elite Tzukim program is limited to the top 10 students per cohort in the Department of Computer Science. Students benefit from personal mentoring by professors with high-tech industry experience, exclusive workshops, tours of leading tech firms like Mobileye and NVIDIA, and a scholarship designed to support and reward excellence. Tzukim graduates are leading the charge in global cybersecurity, software, AI, and hardware innovation.
One Mission, Many Pathways
Across disciplines, Bar-Ilan University’s honors programs reflect a deep belief in the power of potential. Whether through full scholarships, interdisciplinary training, or industry collaborations, these elite tracks create transformative experiences—fueling careers that shape science, society, and the future of Israel.