Can a student attend school in Israel or internationally?
JELF loans are available for students attending U.S.-accredited universities, vocational, or CTE (Career & Technical Education) programs. If a school is eligible for FAFSA, it meets JELF’s criteria.
Although most international universities are not FAFSA-eligible, JELF has funded programs outside the U.S., such as the American Medical Program at Tel Aviv University in Israel, which is accredited through NYU.
To determine if an international school qualifies for FAFSA, please contact the university or program directly.
From application to aid
Contact information for Local JELF Administrators will be provided by JELF after application submission.
If you are from JELF's five-state region but don't see your community, JELF will schedule your interview directly.
Our loans, which never accrue interest, help borrowers save instead of creating more debt while earning their higher education degree.