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BECOME A RABBI
I
f you have a deep love for the Jewish people
and a commitment to the future of Judaism,
you can put your mind and heart to work in
a way that will enrich your life and transform the
lives of others.
As a rabbinical student, you will experience an
extraordinary five-year journey that will challenge
your intellectual curiosity, nurture your search for
spiritual meaning, and fulfill your aspirations to
implement
tikkun olam
,
the healing of our world.
You will have the unique opportunity to spend
your first year of study at our Jerusalem campus.
Surrounded by biblical and contemporary Israel,
you will delve into Jewish text and Hebrew
studies while strengthening your ties to the
Jewish people worldwide.
For the next four years at our campuses in
Cincinnati, Los Angeles, or New York, your studies
with our renowned faculty will strengthen your
knowledge of Bible, midrash, Talmud, rabbinics,
Hebrew, liturgy, theology, literature, history,
social policy, and more. You will develop the
fundamental knowledge and credentials that will
enable you to lead with authenticity and integrity.
Our renowned professional development courses
and mentorship by rabbis in the field will hone
your leadership skills. A broad array of experiences
–
including independent research, internships,
student pulpits, teaching opportunities, chaplaincy,
and social action projects – will allow you to begin
implementing your leadership and pastoral skills.
Your personal search for spiritual meaning will
be nurtured by our initiatives, featuring spiritual
guidance and participation in both traditional
and innovative worship that will strengthen your
ability to guide others.
During your studies toward the M.A. in
Hebrew Letters/Literature and Ordination, you
will develop the ability to articulate a clear vision
of Jewish life, Judaism’s role in human existence,
the meaning of Jewish history, and the nature
of the ongoing relationship between God and
the Jewish people.
As a spiritual leader, you will be able to help
others in their search for meaning, while as a
communal pacesetter, you will have the ability
to put your values into action to effect positive
change in the world.
Your future as a rabbi will be anything
but ordinary.
Contact:
rabbinical@huc.edu
Visit:
huc.edu/rabbi
Discover how you can change the world.
Interested in our
israel rabbinical Program
?
Contact:
israelrabbinicalProgram@huc.edu
Visit:
huc.edu/israel