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Student Aid for Ethiopian-Israeli Students in Holon

Scholarships and mentoring for community undergraduate / graduate / doctoral students via ISEF, Hesegim, ENP, and university-specific funds.

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About Holon

Holon hosts a growing Israeli-Ethiopian community, primarily second-generation members seeking proximity to Tel Aviv while maintaining accessible housing costs. The city offers a diverse real-estate market and an urban environment with developed services and cultural institutions.

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Main aid programs

  • ISEF — scholarships for graduate / doctoral academic excellence; full tuition + living stipend
  • Hesegim — undergraduate stipends; emphasis on excellence and civic engagement
  • ENP — community-school support across 32 cities, incl. matriculation programs
  • University funds — dedicated programs at Hebrew U, Tel Aviv U, Ben-Gurion U, Haifa U
  • Excellence tracks — Olim Beyahad (academic placement), Tech-Career (tech bootcamps)

How to apply

  1. Check eligibility for ISEF / Hesegim separately (each has its own intake)
  2. Sign up for school-based programs (ENP, Fidel) via your child's school
  3. University funds — via the dean-of-students office (search "Ethiopian-Israeli scholarships")

🔗 ISEF: isef.org.il 🔗 Hesegim: hesegim.org.il 🔗 ENP: enp.org.il

Eligibility check

Are you eligible?

A few quick questions. Your answers are not sent anywhere — the check runs locally in your browser.

Are you of Ethiopian descent (self / parent / spouse)?

Are you an active undergraduate student (years 1-3)?

Are you willing to commit to 5-10 weekly community-service hours during your studies?

Family socioeconomic status

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Ethiopian community in Holon

Community population
~5,000
Share of city
~4%
Main neighbourhoods
קריית שרת, אזור
Community services
ENP, מתנ"ס

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FAQ — Holon

How many Ethiopian-Israelis live in Holon?
The Ethiopian-Israeli community in Holon numbers approximately ~5,000 residents — around ~4% of the city's population. Main neighbourhoods: קריית שרת, אזור.
How do I claim Student Aid for Ethiopian-Israeli Students in Holon?
Contact the Holon municipal education department or the student aid fund directly. For support: ENP, מתנ"ס.
What community support is available in Holon for this right?
In Holon, the following organisations can assist with paperwork, translation and entitlement: ENP, מתנ"ס.

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