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Computer Science

Ariel University in SamariaBachelor of Science (B.Sc)

No psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 107 or more

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Admission requirements

Intake for the 2026/27 academic year

These requirements are incomplete — the full list is on the institution's site

You can be admitted through one of these tracks:

By bagrut, no psychometric exam

Regular student status | Admission based on bagrut only(our wording)

  • Average: 107
  • Meeting the minimum requirements in mathematics and English, and the Yael exam score, as detailed above.

Regular track

Regular student status | Admission based on combined score(our wording)

  • Combined score of at least 650 + quantitative reasoning subscore of at least 120.
  • Meeting the minimum requirements in mathematics and English, and the Yael exam score, as detailed above.

Regular track

Regular student status | Admission based on the psychometric score only(our wording)

  • Psychometric score of at least 680 + quantitative reasoning subscore of at least 130 + eligibility for a bagrut certificate and meeting the minimum requirements in mathematics, English, and the YAEL score, as detailed above.

Regular track

Regular student status | Admission based on a foreign high-school diploma(our wording)

  • Psychometric exam score of at least 660 + quantitative subscore of at least 120 and meeting the threshold requirements in mathematics, English, and a Yael exam score of at least 110, as detailed above.

Regular track

Cybersecurity Track

  • 1. Combined score: at least 660 + quantitative subscore of at least 120.

By bagrut, no psychometric exam

Specialized Tracks in Computer Science

  • Cybersecurity Track2. Admission based on bagrut only: bagrut average of at least 108.

Regular track

Admission requirements for the double major in Computer Science and Medical Sciences:

  • Combined score of 650 and a mathematics subscore of at least 120.
  • (To calculate the combined score, the following threshold requirements must be met: bagrut average of at least 96 and a psychometric exam score of at least 610, provided that the combined score ultimately reaches 650).
  • Mathematics at 4 units with a grade of at least 90 or 5 units with a grade of at least 80.
  • English level: Advanced A level

By bagrut, no psychometric exam

Admission based on a bagrut score weighted for science subjects

  • A grade of 85 in 5 units in each of the following 3 subjects: mathematics, English, and a science track (computer science/software engineering/data science/physics).
  • Additional requirements: eligibility for a bagrut certificate, English level placement, and the Yael exam for those required to take it.

Through a preparatory program

Admission based on a designated mechina

  • Completion of a designated mechina with a grade of at least 90 in the mechina courses in mathematics and English.
  • Meeting the minimum requirements for English level placement and the Yael score.
  • You must show eligibility for a bagrut certificate.

Through a preparatory program

Admission based on a university mechina

  • A university mechina average of at least 107, including bonus points (a mechina equivalent to bagrut).
  • Meeting the minimum requirements for English level placement and the Yael score.
  • Minimum grade in each course, without bonus points: mathematics at least 90; English at least 90; physics at least 90; scientific writing, a passing grade at least

Another track

Admission requirements for the double major in computer science and physics

  • Subject to the published admission requirements for the single major in computer science. In addition, 5 units in physics with a grade of at least 80.
  • Subject to the other admission requirements published on the pages of both departments.

Special track

Honors Program

  • 1. Combined score: at least 670 + quantitative subscore of at least 120.

Special track

The Honors Program in Computer Science

  • 2. Admission based on bagrut only: bagrut average of at least 112.

Special track

Honors Track

  • 3. Admission based on the psychometric exam only: psychometric score of at least 700 + quantitative subscore of at least 130.
For adults and those who have studied before5

Admission based on previous academic studies at Ariel University or another institution

  • Applicants must declare any previous academic studies, which will be taken into account when their application is reviewed.
  • Admission through this track requires approval by the departmental admissions committee and is not automatic – the applicant must provide a complete, official transcript showing the average for previous academic studies and bearing the institution’s stamp, including initial bagrut and psychometric exam details.

Transfer track from The Open University of Israel

  • Previous academic studies at The Open University of Israel in computer science and mathematics, and earning at least 30 credit points (a full academic year in the same field) with an average of at least 80 and a minimum grade of 70 in every course, will be referred for approval by the departmental admissions committee. Eligibility for a bagrut certificate is not required.

Admission based on bachelor's degree average

  • Graduates with a bachelor's degree and an average of 85 or higher in natural sciences or relevant engineering fields. Admission through this track requires approval by the departmental admissions committee and is not automatic.

Admission based on a practical engineer diploma

  • Practical engineer diploma holder – external exam average of 90 or higher.
  • Meeting the minimum requirements.

Admission based on an admissions committee

  • Previous academic studies at another institution, age 30+ (with borderline admission data).

These are minimum requirements: meeting them does not by itself guarantee admission.

The requirements are in the institution's words. Names and labels marked "our wording" are our own, written from the same page.

For every track

  • Honors ProgramThreshold requirement: Mathematics—4 units with a grade of 95 or 5 units with a grade of 85, English at Basic level or higher, and the required Yael exam score.
  • Cybersecurity TrackThreshold requirement: Mathematics—4 units with a grade of 90 or 5 units with a grade of 80, English at Basic level or higher, and the required Yael exam score.
  • Hebrew proficiency requirements—A Yael exam score of at least 110 is required for applicants who completed high school where the language of instruction was not Hebrew, and/or who took the psychometric exam in a language other than Hebrew.

The Hebrew terms

regular studentמן המנייןbagrutבגרותYael examיע"לcombined scoreציון משולבadmission scoreציון קבלהquantitative reasoningחשיבה כמותיתpsychometric scoreציון פסיכומטריpsychometric examפסיכומטריeligibility for a bagrut certificateזכאות לבגרותforeign high-school diplomaבגרות חו"ל

What you study

Computer science combines theoretical knowledge with practical, applied knowledge of using computer systems, as well as designing and building them. During the program, students must choose 1 or more specializations. Institutions offer various specializations, such as software development, internet technologies, signal processing and machine learning, artificial intelligence and machine learning, big data, communications and the internet, cybersecurity, hardware design, computer systems, signal and image processing, computer communications, software systems, and more. The curriculum includes foundational subjects in science—mathematics, physics, and computer science; in engineering—linear systems, digital systems, and electrical engineering; as well as theoretical and practical courses related to the areas of specialization. The program also includes a final project in the last year of study.

After the degree

What graduates work as

  • Software Developmentmost commonResearching, analyzing, and evaluating requirements for software applications. Designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software solutions that meet those requirements.
  • Application ProgrammingWriting and maintaining code for software applications and operating systems.
  • Management of Services in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) IndustriesPlanning, directing, and coordinating the acquisition, development, maintenance, and use of computer and communications (telecommunications) systems.
  • Systems AnalysisResearching, analyzing, and evaluating requirements, procedures, or problems in the field of information technology. Developing and implementing proposals, recommendations, and plans to improve existing and future information systems.
  • Management of Other Professional ServicesPlanning, directing, coordinating, and evaluating the provision of professional and technical services.

Which industries they work in

  • Computer programming, computer consulting, and other related services72%
  • Scientific Research and Development7%
  • Manufacture of Computers, Electronic and Optical Equipment7%

Employment rate is above average 90% of graduates are employed 3–4 years after completing their studies

Graduates' salaries are above the average: ₪32,500 average monthly salary 5–6 years after graduation

Admitted students and graduates

for this program at this institution

  • Program length: 3 years
  • On-time graduation rate: 55% of students
  • Average bagrut score of admitted students 101 points
  • Average psychometric score: 590 points

Money

How the institution is funded

Budgeted institutions

Tuition2026/27

Annual tuition for a full-time bachelor's degree program in the 2026/27 academic year: ₪12,203.

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An unofficial guide. Every fact comes from a public source — the institutions' sites, the Council for Higher Education, the Labor Ministry's Avodata, the Ministry of Defense — and links to it. Requirements change: check the institution's site before you apply.

How the data was collected

  • The Council for Higher Education register of institutions and programs — 2 Oct 2026
  • Avodata, Ministry of Labor: fields, employment and pay — 2023 data, collected 2 Oct 2026
  • Institutions' sites: admission requirements — checked 2 Oct 2026–5 Oct 2026
  • The Russian, English and French text is machine-translated and reviewed; where they differ, the Hebrew original prevails

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