Perched atop Mount Carmel and overlooking the Mediterranean coast, The University of Haifa is a diverse, welcoming academic hub within a city celebrated for its rich multicultural heritage. Surrounded by nature, we are driven by a commitment to global impact – from fostering sustainable development to advancing social justice and environmental protection.
Here, innovation meets purpose, and you’ll find the inspiration to shape a better world at every turn.

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The University of Haifa’s International School situated on the top of Mount Carmel in one of the most beautiful and culturally diverse campuses and cities in the world.
We offer a holistic perspective on learning and living, balancing quality education with the magic of nature, urban life, and a diverse, inclusive and vibrant international community.
We provide a unique MultiExperience unmatched by any other educational institution.

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Prof. Shira Zelber-Sagi Featured in The New York Times on Liver Health and Nutrition
Prof. Shira Zelber-Sagi, Chair of the Graduate Studies Committee at the School of Public Health at the University of Haifa, was featured in The New York Times
New International Grant for University of Haifa Researchers to Restore Eastern Mediterranean Biodiversity
Researchers from the Leon H. Charney School of Marine Sciences at the University of Haifa, in collaboration with a consortium of European research institutions, have secured a major international grant launched this month to restore vulnerable marine habitats
University of Haifa Field Study Evaluates Climate Change Impacts on Mount Carmel Forest Regeneration
A research team from the Natural Resources and Environmental Research Center at the University of Haifa has concluded a multi-year ecological monitoring study evaluating post-fire regeneration patterns across Mount Carmel

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University of Haifa Graduate Named 2026 Knight-Hennessy Scholar at Stanford University
The University of Haifa is proud to celebrate the achievement of Basel Khalaila, a graduate of the Departments of Sociology and Political Science, who has been selected for the 2026 cohort of the prestigious Knight-Hennessy Scholars program at Stanford University
The Frieze Center for Shared Society Inaugural Conference
The University of Haifa held the inaugural conference of the Frieze Center for Shared Society, bringing together dozens of organizations and hundreds of participants from academia, civil society, government, and philanthropy
University of Haifa and University of Connecticut joint research fund 2026
The University of Haifa and the University of Connecticut Joint Research Fund supports collaborative research initiatives between the two institutions
Visits at universities in the United States and in Germany
Prof. Tally Katz-Gerro, VP for Global Engagement, held meetings at UPenn with senior management, leading to relationship building in the areas of Archeology, Education, Environment, and Conflict Resolution
Science Abroad pioneering Israeli science conference
Prof. Tally Katz-Gerro, VP for Global Engagement, participated in the first-ever multidisciplinary Israeli science conference in NYC
Delegation from Law Faculty Wins at Manara Youth Coexistence Initiative Showcase 2026 in Abu Dhabi
A delegation from the University of Haifa’s Faculty of Law won first place at the Manara Youth Coexistence Initiative Showcase 2026 in Abu Dhabi, competing against youth delegations from around the world
Senior European Diplomats Visit University of Haifa on Europe Day
The University of Haifa celebrated Europe Day 2026 on May 13 with distinguished guests, including EU Ambassador to Israel H.E. Michael Mann, ambassadors from European countries, and members of the EU diplomatic corps

Campuses and Research Centers: Mountain – City – Sea

The University of Haifa spans four sites in and around the city of Haifa – unique campuses and a research center that combine panoramic views, academia, and community. The flagship campus on Mt. Carmel offers a unique experience of landscapes and calm, creating a meaningful connection between an academic institution and its surroundings.

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The Leon H. Charney School of Marine Sciences