About the University of Haifa
Over 18,000 students from a wide range of ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds are enrolled at the University of Haifa, the largest research university in northern Israel, and the most pluralistic institution of higher education in the country. Founded in 1963, the University of Haifa received full accreditation in 1971 and, since then, has created and developed a world-class institution dedicated to academic and research excellence.
As a thriving academic center, the University comprises of 3 campuses, 7 faculties & 3 schools, 29 departments & units and 53 interdisciplinary research centres and institutes. The University has gained an international reputation in a variety of fields, including public health, security studies, holocaust research, cancer research, neurosciences, bioinformatics, marine sciences, education and epigenetics. The University also offers 19 international graduate programs taught in English and a Study Abroad program.
The University’s distinctive mission is to foster academic excellence in an atmosphere of tolerance and multiculturalism. Our faculty and student population is unique in its composition. Here, Jews, Arabs, Druze, Haredi and secular students, new immigrants and military and security personnel come together to study, teach and learn.
Driven by unusual crossings between fields of research and social responsibility we are creating a new learning environment, a stronger community, and a better Israeli society.
A Vision for the Future
The University of Haifa stands as the preeminent research institution in northern Israel, uniquely positioned within a breathtaking landscape of mountains, city, and sea that reflects a rich ecological and social tapestry. We are dedicated to maintaining our status as a global symbol of excellence in teaching and interdisciplinary research, while our strategic vision remains centered on addressing the most pressing social and environmental challenges of our time. By focusing our efforts on enhancing human well-being and the resilience of Israeli society, our public commitment is intricately woven into the cultural and community fabric of the State of Israel. We serve as a primary engine for the development of visionary social, public, and business leadership, fostering a spirit of genuine, day-to-day coexistence among members of all religions and denominations. Together, we are building a future where academic rigor and social responsibility unite to drive progress for all citizens of Israel and the international community.
Prof. Gur Alroey – President, University of Haifa