Mesivta Torah Vodaath Rabbinical Seminary

The Mesivta Torah Vodaath Rabbinical Seminary, also known as MTVRS, is located in Brooklyn, New York. Founded in 1917, the institute was originally an elementary school known as Yeshiva Torah Vodaas. It was given its current name in 1927, when a high school was erected on campus. This private, four-year institution offers scholastic and moral training to young Jewish men. MTVRS offers bachelor’s degree in Talmudic literature and philosophy, among others. The institute also offers certificate programs.

The Mesivta Torah Vodaath Rabbinical Seminary offers financial aid in the form of federal grants and direct loans to qualified and needy students.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Jewish religious affiliation.
• Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
• High male/female ratio.
• High yield: the portion of accepted students who enroll.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.
• Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
• Affordable tuition & fees.
• Numerous part-time students.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan
• Study abroad option
• Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 354 in 2007-2008 (250 full-time equivalent).

About 100% of the freshmen class in 2008-2009 was male.

Undergrads are 71% of enrolled students and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 29%.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Among freshmen students, 91% are full-time and 9% are part-time.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: Mesivta Torah Vodaath Rabbinical Seminary participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Housing and Meals

Mesivta Torah Vodaath Rabbinical Seminary provides on-campus housing for 200 of its 250 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 21 meals weekly.

Admissions (2008-2009)