The Federation Executive Recruitment & Education Program (FEREP) is a scholarship for Jewish students who plan to pursue a career as professional leaders for the North American Jewish Federation system. Eligible areas of study include non-clinical social work, public administration, or business administration.
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Explore a diverse array of financial aid opportunities, including scholarships listed below. You may also qualify for an 0% interest loan from JELF!
Graduate Scholarships
Explore the Open Education Database’s expansive list of scholarships for grad school students.
Ph.D. Students
Explore the Open Education Database’s expansive list of scholarship opportunities for Ph.D. students.
College Avenue Student Loans
An organization that helps access loan repayment options and find student loans that fit each student.
International Association of Jewish Free Loans (IAJFL)
JELF is a proud member of the International Association of Jewish Free Loans (IAJFL) where we represent educational funds in the southeast. View a complete directory of other Jewish interest free loan organizations located around the world, some of which also provide educational assistance.
Jewish Children’s Regional Service (JCRS)
Provides scholarships for college or vocational training in the form of grants and/or no-interest loans based on financial need to Jewish students residing in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee or Texas.
PeerFinance101 Personal Finance Scholarship
This annual scholarship of $1,000 is open to students either currently enrolled in or actively applying to an undergraduate or graduate-level program. Submissions will be accepted starting in January of each year with a winner selected by September.
American Gap Association
Includes links to a medley of information about funding a student’s “Gap” Year.
The Sara and Max Goldsammler Scholarship Fund
Sponsored by Orthodox Union Alumni, this scholarship is offered for any high school senior or current Jewish college student for college tuition.
Does a Gap Year Affect Financial Aid?
Before you decide if taking a gap year is right for you, here are a few things to consider.
FinAid – The Smart Student Guide to Financial Aid
Comprehensive financial aid program, including glossary of financial aid terms, links to other sites and a listing of aid based on specific interests.
Resources for First Generation College Students
Half of all undergraduate college students identify as first generation college students — meaning students whose parents never completed a bachelor’s degree. This resource will help guide first generation college students and their families with the additional barriers and challenges they may face.
College Resources & Scholarships for Jewish Students
Guide includes information about scholarships for Jewish students. Also includes information about Judaism on campus and general college resources.
Caregiver Scholarship
Open to students who are caring for an adult relative while enrolled in college (or as a high school senior). Applicants submit either a 1,500-word essay or a two-minute video as part of the application process.
U.S. Department of Education
The U.S. Department of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid provides more than $120 billion in financial aid to help pay for college each year. This site offers information on federal assistance for students. Under “Publications,” you can download or order “The Student Guide” (free), which details each assistance program, how much it offers and […]