🎓Merom Scholarship

What is the Merom Scholarship?

The Merom Scholarship is a merit-and-need award designed exclusively for students of Ethiopian origin studying for an undergraduate degree at a recognised Israeli academic institution. It is renewed annually subject to maintaining a minimum grade average.

Who is eligible?

• Student of Ethiopian origin (parent born in Ethiopia, or direct aliyah)
• Studying for an undergraduate degree at an accredited university, college, or technological institute
• Grade average ≥ 75 in the previous year (for renewal)
• Family income up to 150% of the poverty line (verified against National Insurance data)

How much?

| Level | Annual award | |-------|-------------| | Basic excellence (average 75–84) | ₪10,000 | | High excellence (average 85–94) | ₪15,000 | | Outstanding excellence (average 95+) | ₪20,000 |

Application steps

1. Complete the online form at merom.org.il — by 30 April each year
2. Attach documents: ID, study confirmation, transcript, proof of Ethiopian origin, family income statement
3. Interview (for applicants passing the initial filter) — March–April
4. Award notification: within 45 days
5. Payment: transferred directly to the student's bank account

FAQ

Can it be combined with other scholarships? Yes — Merom can be combined with another merit scholarship, but not simultaneously with a full ISEF grant.

Does the Merom Scholarship require working in a specific field after graduation? No — there is no employment commitment.

What happens if my average falls below 75? The scholarship is suspended for one year. It can be renewed if the average rises again.

See also

• ISEF Fellowship — master's degree
• Hesegim Scholarship — undergraduate
• Klita basket for Ethiopian olim — right