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Study in Jerusalem

This guide explains student life in Jerusalem, Palestine, including an estimated monthly student budget of $189, Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters., A/2 Student Visa (issued by Israel, which controls entry) guidance, 4 universities. Explore verified details for Palestine below.

Jerusalem, Palestine
Jerusalem, Palestine — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$189
Climate
Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters.
Safety score
35/100
English friendliness
60%
Student visa
A/2 Student Visa (issued by Israel, which controls entry)
Work while studying
International students on an A/2 visa are generally not permitted to work.

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$189

Rent is for ashared double-room flat in the Al-Quds University student housing facility.

Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.

Potential advantages

  • Rich historical, religious, and cultural significance
  • Affordable university-provided student housing at Al-Quds University
  • Unique and immersive environment for Middle Eastern and Arabic studies

Considerations

  • Ongoing geopolitical conflict and significant security concerns
  • Complex entry and visa procedures controlled entirely by Israeli authorities
  • Checkpoints and movement restrictions can complicate daily commutes

Student housing in Jerusalem

Explore published residence details, room options and provider information for Jerusalem, Palestine. Confirm prices and availability directly with each provider.

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Universities in Jerusalem

No published university profiles are currently linked to this city.

Official sources

Follows Al-Quds University's published student housing rate of 700 NIS/month for 2025, converted to USD. Neither the university nor Palestinian authorities publish official student budgets for food, transport, or leisure, so these are marked as 0 to strictly avoid using prohibited crowdsourced data. Figures apply to 2025.

Figures for Jerusalem are partly taken from the official sources listed below and partly researched estimates, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2025. Last reviewed September 2026.

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