Admission Policy

Applicants to Yeshiva Mesivta Arugath Habosem must be high school graduates. They must also meet the following minimum qualifications.

  • Talmud: The ability to independently comprehend basic Talmudic text and the completion of 150 folios of Talmud with the commentary of Rashi.
  • Bible: A completion of the Pentateuch and substantial parts of the Prophets and Hagiographa.
  • Language: The ability to read and write classical Hebrew; a working knowledge of the Aramaic language of the Talmud and fluency in Yiddish, the language of instruction at Yeshiva Mesivta Arugath Habosem.

The first step in the application process is to arrange for a personal interview with the Dean. At the time of the interview, a member of the faculty will administer a thorough examination in Talmudic studies. The Admissions Office will also request transcripts of previous advanced study in other institutions and recommendations from faculty members at their previous schools of attendance.

The selection of applicants will be based upon their intellectual ability, academic preparation and personal ethical development. If accepted for enrollment, the applicant will then be asked to complete an admission form.

Admission to Yeshiva Mesivta Arugath Habosem is open to male members of the Orthodox Jewish faith without regard to color, race, national origin or handicap.

In order to initiate the application process, we encourage qualified students to write to or call at:

Yeshiva Mesivta Arugath Habosem
40 Lynch Street, Brooklyn NY 11206
718-237-4500 Ext 108