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Israeli Hesder Yeshivas See 7% Rise in New Student Enrollment for 2023-24
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First reported by Now 14 · 4 hours ago
What happened
The Association of Hesder Yeshivas announced a 7% increase in new student enrollment for 2023-24, reaching nearly 3,000 new students. This growth reflects a broader trend linked to the strong role of Hesder students in IDF combat units, with 80-85% serving in combat roles. The rise is expected to boost the number of combat soldiers in the IDF in coming years.
- 01Hesder Yeshivas report 7% rise in new students for 2023-24, nearly 3,000 enrolled.
- 02Enrollment increased 13% compared to the average of the past three years.
- 03Growth spans classic, combined tracks, and overseas students.
- 0480-85% of Hesder students serve in combat roles in the IDF.
- 05Military involvement in recent conflicts boosts program’s appeal.
- 06Rising student numbers will increase future IDF combat soldiers.
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