Ariel University

Overview

English Name: Ariel University

Local Name: אוניברסיטת אריאל בשומרון

Founded: 1982

Control Type: Public

Entity Type: Non-profit

World Rank: #1756

Rank in Israel: #8

Colours: Teal, navy and white

Founded in 1982, the Ariel University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Ariel (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Judea and Samaria.

Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Israel, Ariel University is a large-sized coeducational Israeli higher education institution. Ariel University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study.

This 42-year-old Israeli higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Ariel University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

Location & Contact

Ariel University's physical location and the contact details prospective students typically need before applying or visiting. Channels listed below come from the institution's published profile.

Academic Details

Key statistics on Ariel University's student population, faculty size, and external recognition. International vs domestic student split is often missing from these figures but matters for campus culture.

Academic Structures

The institutional units housing Ariel University's programmes. Subject overlap across faculties is normal — interdisciplinary fields like data science or environmental studies often span multiple units.

Degrees

Also Postdoctoral Fellowship; Certificates

Faculties & Divisions

All faculties operate under Ministry of Education of Israel.

Programs Offered

Each programme at Ariel University is grouped by the degree it leads to. New programmes can take 6–12 months to propagate through search engines, so the live catalogue here is the authoritative list.

How to apply to Ariel University

A short guide to applying to Ariel University — five steps covering the path from programme selection to confirmation of receipt.

1. 1
   Research programmes at Ariel University

   Use the programme finder to browse Ariel University's 37 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

2. 2
   Review admissions criteria

   Programme-level requirements at Ariel University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

3. 3
   Gather supporting documents

   Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

4. 4
   Lodge your application

   Ariel University processes applications through www.ariel.ac.il. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

5. 5
   Confirm receipt and track progress

   Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +972 (3) 906 5111. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ariel University

Concise answers to the most-searched questions about Ariel University, useful as a quick orientation before exploring the rest of the profile.

Top-Ranked Universities in Israel

National rankings in Israel often weight different signals than international rankings. The leaders below typically top both, but the order can differ meaningfully.

Tel Aviv University

Tel Aviv · Public · Rank #195

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Jerusalem · Public · Rank #407

Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

Haifa · Public · Rank #436

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

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Jerusalem College of Technology

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HO

Holon Institute of Technology

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Jerusalem · Public · Est. 1999

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KI

Kinneret Academic College

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Universities Often Compared with Ariel University

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University of Haifa

Haifa · Public · Rank #1415

OP

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TE

Tel Hai Academic College

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