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Hesegim Scholarships — Academic Excellence in Ramla
Stipend scholarships for Ethiopian-Israeli undergraduate students at multiple universities, with personal mentoring and excellence workshops. Distinct from ISEF (graduate+) — Hesegim focuses on undergraduates.
About Ramla
Ramla, conveniently located near Tel Aviv and Ben Gurion Airport, hosts an Israeli-Ethiopian community that benefits from the city's strategic location. Ramla's housing market offers apartments at relatively accessible prices for the central region, attracting residents seeking easy access to greater Tel Aviv.
What's included
- Monthly stipend: ₪1,500-3,000 (varies by year and circumstances)
- Personal mentor: a coordinator assigned to each student
- Excellence workshops: academic writing, English, leadership, entrepreneurship
- Career placement: partnerships with Olim Beyahad post-graduation
- Alumni network: 500+ graduates in industry and academia
Entry requirements
- Active undergraduate student (before year 4)
- Adequate GPA (typically 80+, higher in competitive fields)
- Socioeconomic status that justifies aid
- Community-service commitment during studies (5-10 hours weekly)
How to apply
- Online: hesegim.org.il → "Candidacy"
- Form + documents: transcript, student confirmation, socioeconomic data
- Interview: with admissions committee (~30 min)
- Results: within 4-6 weeks
Important: Applications open once a year — check dates. Usually May-June for the next academic year.
Ethiopian community in Ramla
- Community population
- ~5,000
- Share of city
- ~8%
- Main neighbourhoods
- שכ' ד', מרכז
- Community services
- ENP, מרכז קהילתי
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FAQ — Ramla
- How many Ethiopian-Israelis live in Ramla?
- The Ethiopian-Israeli community in Ramla numbers approximately ~5,000 residents — around ~8% of the city's population. Main neighbourhoods: שכ' ד', מרכז.
- How do I claim Hesegim Scholarships — Academic Excellence in Ramla?
- Apply via the relevant government body in Ramla. For support: ENP, מרכז קהילתי.
- What community support is available in Ramla for this right?
- In Ramla, the following organisations can assist with paperwork, translation and entitlement: ENP, מרכז קהילתי.
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