Fast-track your training in the language and land of the Bible

Now accepting applications for immersive Jerusalem programs—apply by June 30!

Be equipped to translate God’s Word from the original biblical languages—and train others to do the same.

Join Whole Word Institute’s immersive Jerusalem programs, preparing you to help lead local translation efforts and bring lasting impact to churches and communities worldwide.

Immersive Programs in Jerusalem

School of Biblical Hebrew

A one-of-a-kind immersive program that equips translators to work directly from Biblical Hebrew for Old Testament translation on the field. Learn Hebrew deeply—and live it daily—in the land of the Bible. SBH is a stand-alone program as well as a prerequisite to the master’s programs.

Masters in Classical Hebrew & Translation Consulting

MA program combining Biblical Hebrew, translation consulting skills, and a supervised field internship. Graduates are prepared to serve as Translation Consultants supporting Bible translation projects and teams around the world. 

Specializations can be added in Hebrew Teaching, Oral Bible Translation, and Deaf Bible Translation.

Scholarships are available for qualified applicants.  

Masters in Classical (Biblical) Hebrew with optional specialty in Hebrew Pedagogy & Instruction

MA program focused on biblical language training for translators and future instructors. Includes the School of Biblical Hebrew plus additional advanced coursework.

Applicants who qualify for a specialty in Hebrew Pedagogy & Instruction may receive scholarships.

Hebrew Extension Learning Program (HELP)

Using specialized materials in the original biblical languages, leaders receive biblical language training even in remote areas of the world.

If you’re interested in learning more or applying for the Hebrew Extension Learning Program (HELP) or Hybrid HELP, please fill out the inquiry form.