Brooklyn, NYprivate nonprofitbethrivkah.edu
Admit rate has ranged 94%–100% over the last 5 years. Source: IPEDS via Urban Institute.
Acceptance & SAT from Common Data Set / IPEDS; net price, earnings & graduation from the U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard. Figures lag ~1–2 years — verify with the school.
Associated Beth Rivkah Schools is a Chabad-Lubavitch institution in Brooklyn that blends rigorous religious education with teacher training programs. With an acceptance rate hovering near 100%, it serves a tight-knit Orthodox Jewish community where students dive deep into Limudei Kodesh (sacred studies) while preparing for careers in education. The school’s financial model—where 81% of freshmen receive aid—reflects its mission to make yeshiva education accessible.
Test-blind — scores not considered
Source: IPEDS Admissions survey (2022) via Urban Institute. Covers formal factors only — it does not reflect essays, extracurriculars, or other holistic criteria.
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Outcomes & value
Earnings = median of students working ~10 years after entry; debt = median of graduates. Value divides 10-yr earnings by one year’s net price — read it as earnings per dollar of annual cost, not a full lifetime ROI; it favors lower-cost schools. Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard. Figures lag ~2 years and reflect all students, not your intended major.
U.S. Dept. of Education Financial Responsibility Composite Score (FY2022-23). Scale −1.0 to 3.0; ≥1.5 meets the standard. Reported for private nonprofit & for-profit institutions only — public universities are state-backed and not scored, so this is a stability signal, not a ranking.
Campus & location
On-campus criminal offenses classed as violent (murder/non-negligent manslaughter, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) for the most recent reported year. Source: U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security (Clery Act). Counts reflect what’s reported to the school, and urban campuses often report more partly due to non-student incidents nearby — read alongside campus size and setting, not as a standalone safety verdict.
Pleasant days counts days per year with a mean temperature of 55–75°F, a high at or below 90°F, a low at or above 45°F, and little precipitation — a transparent comfort measure, not a weighting we invented. Computed from Open-Meteo ERA5 daily history (2019–2023). Natural-hazard risk is the county’s composite rating from the FEMA National Risk Index.
Beth Rivkah’s Division of Higher Learning operates with near-open admissions: sources report Acceptance rateThe share of applicants a college admits in a given year. A 10% acceptance rate means it admits about 1 in 10 applicants. ranging from 84% to 100%, with College Board noting it’s 'not selective.' The institution doesn’t require SAT/ACT scores, focusing instead on alignment with Chabad values. With over 2,300 students across its preschool-to-college programs, the school prioritizes serving the Crown Heights Orthodox community. Notably, 97 students applied in a recent cycle, though gender breakdowns and waitlist data remain undisclosed.
The school offers just three majors, all anchored in Jewish studies and teacher training, with an 18:1 student-faculty ratio (US News reports 19:1). Retention rates lag at 64%, but the graduation rate jumps to 87%—well above the 69% benchmark for certificate programs. Courses emphasize 'Limudei Kodesh' (sacred texts) through the lens of Chabad philosophy, with a curriculum designed to prepare educators for Orthodox Jewish schools. The highest degree offered is an associate degree, though some sources reference bachelor’s programs.
Life at Beth Rivkah revolves around Chabad traditions and Brooklyn’s Orthodox community. Over 40% of students come from diverse backgrounds within the Jewish diaspora, united by religious practice. The school describes itself as combining 'academic rigor with deep commitment to [Chabad] values,' with cultural events and social activities tailored to Orthodox observance. Housing details are scarce, but the urban Crown Heights location places students at the heart of a vibrant Hasidic enclave.
Graduates earn a median salary of $23,390—below the $34,461 average for certificate programs—reflecting the school’s focus on low-paying fields like Jewish education. The 87% graduation rate suggests strong completion support, but earnings data implies limited secular career pathways. No alumni network statistics are available, though the school notes 'thousands' of alumnae across its K-12 and college programs.
Tuition sits at $18,745 after aid, with an average package of $7,477. Net priceWhat a family actually pays after grants and scholarships are subtracted from the sticker price — usually far less than the published cost. estimates vary from $23,460 (Data USA) to $32,024 for middle-income families. Notably, 81% of freshmen receive aid, often through the Teddy Forstmann Children’s Scholarship Fund for students transitioning from public schools. Institutional grants average $1,784, though some students secure outside scholarships like the $2,000 No Essay award.
Beth Rivkah is singular as Brooklyn’s premier Chabad girls’ school, weaving Torah study into every academic strand. Its 100% Acceptance rateThe share of applicants a college admits in a given year. A 10% acceptance rate means it admits about 1 in 10 applicants. and robust aid packages make yeshiva education accessible, while the 87% graduation rate demonstrates effective support for Orthodox women pursuing teaching careers. The Crown Heights location offers immersion in Hasidic life—a double-edged sword for those seeking broader secular opportunities, but ideal for students committed to Chabad’s mission.