Social Work
Health, Therapy and Complementary MedicineEducation and Higher EducationCommunity and Social Services
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University8
- Ariel University in SamariaSocial WorkBachelor of Social Work (B.S.W)Jerusalem region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 105 or moreIntake 2026/27Also required: English, Hebrew and more
- Bar-Ilan UniversitySocial WorkBachelor of Social Work (B.S.W)Tel Aviv region3 yrs
- Ben-Gurion University of the NegevSocial WorkBachelor of Social Work (B.S.W)South region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 95 or moreIntake 2026/27Also required: English, Hebrew, interview and more
- Hebrew University of JerusalemSocial WelfareBachelor of Arts (B.A)Jerusalem region3 yrsAdmission without the psychometric exam — see belowNew program
- Hebrew University of JerusalemSocial WorkBachelor of Social Work (B.S.W)Jerusalem region3 yrsAdmission without the psychometric exam — see belowRegistration closed
- Tel Aviv UniversitySocial WorkBachelor of Social Work (B.S.W)Tel Aviv region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 95 or moreIntake 2026/27Other requirements apply
- University of HaifaSocial WorkBachelor of Arts (B.A)Haifa region3 yrsRegistration closed
- University of Kiryat Shmona in the GalileeSocial WorkBachelor of Arts (B.A)North region3 yrs
College (state-funded)7
- Ashkelon Academic CollegeSocial WorkBachelor of Social Work (B.S.W)South region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 102 or morePeriphery 44 grant — a contribution to first-year tuitionAlso required: English, Hebrew
- Jerusalem Multidisciplinary Academic CenterSocial WorkBachelor of Social Work (B.S.W)Jerusalem region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 105 or morePeriphery 44 grant — a contribution to first-year tuitionAlso required: Hebrew, interview and more
- Max Stern Academic College of Emek YezreelSocial WorkBachelor of Social Work (B.S.W)North region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 90 or morePeriphery 44 grant — a contribution to first-year tuitionIntake 2026/27Also required: English, Hebrew, selection and more
- Ruppin Academic CenterSocial WorkBachelor of Social Work (B.S.W)Sharon region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 102 or moreIntake 2026/27Also required: Hebrew, interview and more
- The Sapir Academic CollegeSocial WorkBachelor of Social Work (B.S.W)South region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 96 or morePeriphery 44 grant — a contribution to first-year tuitionRegistration closedAlso required: English, Hebrew, interview
- The Western Galilee CollegeSocial WorkBachelor of Social Work (B.S.W)North regionNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 90 or moreNew programPeriphery 44 grant — a contribution to first-year tuitionAlso required: Hebrew and more
- Zefat Academic CollegeSocial WorkBachelor of Arts (B.A)North region3 yrsNo psychometric exam — with a bagrut average of 92 or morePeriphery 44 grant — a contribution to first-year tuitionAlso required: Hebrew, interview
What you study
Social work studies provide theoretical, research-based, and practical knowledge in therapeutic and preventive work in a range of settings: communities, groups, families, and individuals (adults and children), together with professional experience. At most institutions, students choose during their studies between an individual and family track and a community track. Topics covered in the degree include introductory studies and research studies in the social sciences and humanities, behavioral sciences, welfare studies, social care, social policy and legislation, research methods, statistics, and more. Students also take part in practical experience with a range of populations: older adults, prisoners, families, at-risk youth, and more.
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.ilchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data
After the degree
What graduates work as
- Social Work and Counseling in Social Welfaremost commonProviding advice and guidance to individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations in response to personal and social difficulties. Helping people obtain skills, resources, and support services for welfare and social problems.
- Welfare and Social Services ManagementPlanning, directing, and coordinating programs that provide social and community services, such as assistance to families and child welfare services.
- PsychologyThe study of mental processes and the behavior of individuals or groups, in order to promote personal, social, educational, and occupational adjustment and development.
Which industries they work in
- Local government28%
- Residential Care17%
- Social Welfare and Relief Services Without Accommodation15%
Employment rate is above average 94% of graduates are employed 3–4 years after completing their studies(average across all institutions)
Graduate salaries below average: ₪11,700 average monthly salary 5–6 years after completing their studies(average across all institutions)
Most graduates go on to a master's degree(average across all institutions)
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.ilchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data
In short, in plain words
In social work, students learn about treatment and prevention in communities, groups, families, and among individuals, and also gain professional experience.
Topics covered in the program include behavioral science, welfare studies, social policy and legislation, and statistics.
Graduates in this field work in social work and counseling, providing advice and guidance to individuals, families, and communities.
A plain-words retelling of the Avodata data
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.ilchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data
Admitted students and graduates — by type of institution
average across universities
- Program length: 3 years
- On-time graduation rate: 95% of students
- Average bagrut score of admitted students: 99 points
- Average psychometric score: 560 points
average across colleges
- Program length: 3 years
- On-time graduation rate: 90% of students
- Average bagrut score of admitted students: 96 points
- Average psychometric score: 500 points
average across all institutions
- Program length: 3 years
- On-time graduation rate: 90% of students
- Average bagrut score of admitted students: 97 points
- Average psychometric score 540 points
- Source:Avodata, Ministry of Laboravodata.labor.gov.il“universities” tab“colleges” tabchecked 2 Oct 20262023 data