JLIC today released the latest edition of its comprehensive college guide designed to help Orthodox Jewish high school students and their families navigate the college search process while prioritizing Jewish life on campus.
The printed guide will be distributed exclusively to guidance counselors attending JLIC’s “Navigating Jewish Life from High School Through College and Beyond” workshop on Nov. 19, 2025, at the OU offices. These counselors will bring the guide back to their schools as a reference tool for students and families. The digital version is available now for anyone to download.
The updated guide profiles more than 25 colleges and universities, covering what matters most to Orthodox families: kosher dining, Torah learning programs, Jewish community strength and how welcoming each campus is to observant students. It includes practical checklists, information about leadership opportunities and studying in Israel, plus direct contact details for JLIC directors at each campus.
“We continuously update this guide based on what’s actually happening on campuses and what students and families tell us they need,” said Rabbi Josh Ross, executive director of JLIC. “The college landscape keeps changing and families deserve current, reliable information. This guide gives them honest assessments and practical tools to organize their search. We want every student to succeed academically while building a strong Jewish life in college, and this guide helps families find schools where both are possible.”
The guide addresses the unique considerations Orthodox students face when selecting colleges, including Shabbat observance, holiday accommodations and access to vibrant Jewish communities. Students, parents and guidance counselors use it to make informed decisions during the college search process.
The latest JLIC College Guide is available as a free download at oujlic.org/get-your-free-jlic-college-guide/
