“An Orthodox Jewish Yeshiva and accredited college nurturing Torah scholars and community leaders in Miami Beach since 1974.”
Talmudic University (also known as Alfred and Sadye Swire College of Judaic Studies), formerly Talmudical College of Florida, is a private Orthodox Jewish institution of higher education located in Miami Beach, Florida. Founded in 1974, the university is one of South Florida's most respected Orthodox Jewish educational institutions, serving a tightly-knit community of scholars committed to the rigorous study of Torah and Talmudic law. The college is housed within a larger K-12 campus system and focuses its academic mission on preparing young Jewish men for lives of Torah leadership, rabbinical service, community education, and spiritual guidance. The academic programs at Talmudic University are centered on Jewish law, philosophy, and ethics. The institution offers a Bachelor of Talmudic Law (BTL) and a Master of Religious Education (MRE), both accredited by the Association of Advanced Rabbinical and Talmudic Schools (AARTS). The curriculum integrates intensive study of the Talmud, Torah, Jewish philosophy, and rabbinical responsa with a structured academic framework. Students engage in daily learning sessions (shiurim), chavrusa (paired study), and practical training for rabbinical and educational roles. A work-study program allows students to earn up to $4,000 per year while contributing to campus operations. As a men-only institution, Talmudic University serves a small, dedicated community of approximately 34 students at the college level. Located in Miami Beach, students benefit from the vibrant South Florida Jewish community, access to synagogues, kosher dining, and proximity to major Jewish communal organizations. Over 96% of enrolled students receive institutional grants or scholarships, with an average aid award of $11,000 per year. Hundreds of alumni have gone on to serve as rabbis, teachers, school principals, and community leaders, with many continuing into secular graduate programs in fields such as business, education, and social work.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
Rolling Admissions
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The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Tuition & Fees (All Students)
$16,750
/yr
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How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Core undergraduate program in Talmudic study, Jewish law (Halacha), Torah philosophy, and rabbinical training.
Graduate program preparing students for roles as Jewish educators, teachers, and curriculum developers in Jewish schools and communities.
4 years
An intensive undergraduate program providing deep study of Talmudic law, Torah philosophy, Halacha, and Jewish thought. Students develop advanced analytical skills through classical text study, chavrusa (paired) learning, and direct rabbinical mentorship.
A graduate degree preparing students for careers as Jewish educators, teachers, and educational administrators in Jewish day schools, yeshivot, and community institutions throughout North America and Israel.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $16,750
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
