The Gershon Kekst Graduate School

The Gershon Kekst Graduate School, located in New York City, is a prestigious university offering advanced Jewish studies programs. As the scholarly heart of JTS, the Kekst School provides students with a unique educational experience, including a renowned Jewish Studies faculty and library, rigorous study of Jewish texts, and engagement with scholarship relevant to the Jewish future. Students have the opportunity to earn master's and doctoral degrees in various areas of specialization, such as Ancient Judaism, Modern Jewish Studies, Jewish Gender and Women's Studies, and Jewish Ethics. The school offers a diverse and supportive community of scholars, with opportunities for professional development and mentorship from faculty. Alumni of the Graduate School have gone on to successful careers as professors, educators, organizational leaders, and more. With over 45 full-time Jewish studies faculty, the Kekst School offers cutting-edge scholarship and unparalleled training in Jewish studies. Whether pursuing a degree or simply studying at the highest level, the Kekst Graduate School provides an enriching and intellectually stimulating environment for students.