Gruen Fellows Program

Funding excellence. Fostering leadership.

Through a generous Yeshiva University gift, mission-aligned high schools are invited to apply to participate in the Gruen Fellows Program. Each accepted school nominates one exceptional incoming 9th grader to become a Gruen Fellow—receiving a four-year scholarship and joining a national cohort for a unique programmatic experience that extends throughout their high school journey.

School application for the Gruen Fellows Program will open in March 2026. 

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Apply to Join the YU Network

High schools are invited to apply to join the Yeshiva University Network (YUN) and participate in the Gruen Fellows Program, with funding provided for a four-year cycle before reapplying.

Participating schools receive:
  • Funding over four years which supports one student per grade   
  • Official designation as a member of the Yeshiva University Network (YUN)—a mission-aligned network of institutions committed to YU’s core Torah values  
  • Access to national YU programming and student opportunities  

Participating Schools Nominate Gruen Fellows to a National Cohort

Each year, participating high schools nominate an exceptional student entering 9th grade who:

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Excels academically 

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Embodies
Torah Umadda values 

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Demonstrates
leadership promise 

GRUEN FELLOWS RECEIVE: 

A four-year scholarship covering the full duration of high school

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A four-year Torah Values curriculum delivered through YU Global 

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Cohort-based engagement with Gruen Fellows across the country to foster connection, identity, and shared growth 

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A Movement in the Making

More than just a scholarship, this initiative is building a pipeline of future Jewish leaders, united by shared values and inspired by Yeshiva University’s vision. This initiative goes beyond financial support.

This initiative goes beyond financial support.
It's the start of a movement to:

  • Strengthen Jewish high schools
  • Identify and nurture future leaders
  • Unite a mission-driven network of Torah-centered institutions

Thank you for your interest in the Gruen Fellows Program.

We look forward to being in touch in March 2026, when we anticipate opening the application process for high schools for the FY27–28 academic year.

Yeshiva University will communicate directly with high schools as part of that process. Students and parents interested in learning more are encouraged to connect directly with their high school of interest for additional information.

FAQs

The Honors Leadership Society consists of four select cohorts for students accepted to Yeshiva University’s undergraduate Honors Programs.

These cohorts include students selected by the Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought (“Straus Scholars”); the Leadership Scholars Program through the Office for Values and Leadership (“Leadership Scholars”); the Lieberman- Mitzner Center for Public Service and Advocacy (“Lieberman Scholars”); and the YU- Einstein Medical Scholars Program (“Medical Scholars”).

The Honors Leadership Society consists of four select cohorts for students accepted to Yeshiva University’s undergraduate Honors Programs.

These cohorts include students selected by the Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought (“Straus Scholars”); the Leadership Scholars Program through the Office for Values and Leadership (“Leadership Scholars”); the Lieberman- Mitzner Center for Public Service and Advocacy (“Lieberman Scholars”); and the YU- Einstein Medical Scholars Program (“Medical Scholars”).

The Honors Leadership Society consists of four select cohorts for students accepted to Yeshiva University’s undergraduate Honors Programs.

These cohorts include students selected by the Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought (“Straus Scholars”); the Leadership Scholars Program through the Office for Values and Leadership (“Leadership Scholars”); the Lieberman- Mitzner Center for Public Service and Advocacy (“Lieberman Scholars”); and the YU- Einstein Medical Scholars Program (“Medical Scholars”).

The Honors Leadership Society consists of four select cohorts for students accepted to Yeshiva University’s undergraduate Honors Programs.

These cohorts include students selected by the Zahava and Moshael J. Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought (“Straus Scholars”); the Leadership Scholars Program through the Office for Values and Leadership (“Leadership Scholars”); the Lieberman- Mitzner Center for Public Service and Advocacy (“Lieberman Scholars”); and the YU- Einstein Medical Scholars Program (“Medical Scholars”).

Schools:

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