Gratz College, founded in 1895, is a prestigious and internationally recognized institution for Jewish studies in North America. As the oldest independent and pluralistic college of its kind, Gratz made history by being the first to accept women on equal footing with men in advanced Jewish learning. Committed to developing effective educators, institutional leaders, and dedicated scholars, Gratz offers an extensive range of online graduate, undergraduate, certificate, and continuing education programs.

With a legacy of educational service to the Philadelphia area, Gratz College has expanded its offerings over the years to cater to evolving needs. Today, it provides training programs for educators and communal professionals in both Jewish and secular communities. As an early adopter of online education, Gratz offers blended and fully online degrees, welcoming students not just from across the United States, but also from six different countries.

As a private, non-profit institution with a Carnegie Classification as a Master's - Large Programs level, Gratz College is guided by its Board of Governors and holds accreditation from the Middle States Commission for Higher Education. Welcome to Gratz College, where instruction, resources, and support empower students to make a meaningful impact on the world