The Meaningful Jewish Experience (MJE) Scholarship
Currently enrolled Brandeis undergraduate students are eligible to receive a Meaningful Jewish Experience (MJE) Scholarship to offset or cover the cost of a high-impact experience such as a trip or conference.
Funds can be applied towards the program fee or travel costs.
Scholarships of up to $50 (domestic experiences) or $200 (international experiences) may be awarded to undergraduate students who demonstrate how participating in the experience will elevate and contribute to Jewish life at Brandeis Hillel. Students are eligible to apply and receive funding once per academic year. Funds are limited and will be distributed as applications are received. Applications will be reviewed by Hillel staff.
Reimbursement is contingent on submitting a receipt and the appropriate form within the semester in which you were granted the scholarship. If you have any questions, please email hillel@brandeis.edu.
What the MJE did for me:
Brandeis’ team at the 2025 National Hillel Basketball Tournament.
We came in 2nd place out of 44 teams (lost in the championship). We had an awesome time at NHBT 2025. Not only did we play lots of competitive basketball, but we grew Jewishly as well. A member of the team told me that this was his first example of feeling an increased Jewish connection.
Dov Ratner ‘25
I am grateful for the Meaningful Jewish Experience Grant which allowed me to attend the National Hillel Basketball Tournament. As a low-income student I would not have been able to afford this tournament without it. It was a joy to experience Shabbos at a different university with students from around the country. Sports were a big part of my Jewish experience in high school and I am incredibly happy that I was able to recreate that experience in college thanks to the grant.
Ariel Schultz ‘25