Yeshiva Gedola Tiferes Yaakov Yitzchok

This is a seminary first, college second—with just one major (presumably Talmudic studies) and a 12:1 student-faculty ratio enabling close rabbinic mentorship. The 24% graduation rate implies most students treat it as a yeshiva rather than degree-granting institution, though 100% freshman retention shows strong initial engagement. Academics are entirely male and Orthodox-focused, with no evidence of secular coursework in the available data.

With just 69-72 undergrads in suburban Lakewood, this is a cloistered, all-male environment where dorm life ($2,200/year) revolves around religious study. No athletics or Greek life appear in sources—expect days packed with prayer and Talmudic debate. The tiny enrollment means everyone knows each other, creating intense camaraderie (or cabin fever, depending on temperament).

Post-graduation data is scarce, but clues suggest most students aren't here for career prep: the 24% graduation rate (per College Board) implies many leave after a year or two of religious study. Those who do graduate likely enter rabbinical roles or Orthodox community leadership—though the school's minimal online presence makes tracking alumni paths difficult.

Here's where Yeshiva Gedola shines: with an average net priceNet priceWhat a family actually pays after grants and scholarships are subtracted from the sticker price — usually far less than the published cost. of $10,400-$11,596 after aid (vs. national $20,398), it's a steal for Orthodox families. The average aid package is $8,451, with 100% of students likely receiving some support given the community's emphasis on supporting religious study. Dorms add just $2,200—though the spartan facilities match the ascetic lifestyle.

This isn't just a college—it's a spiritual incubator for Orthodox Jewish men, offering one of the lowest-cost intensive Talmudic educations in the U.S. The tiny scale and 100% male/Orthodox enrollment create a hermetic world of religious study, far from typical college distractions. Ideal for those seeking rabbinic training, but a non-starter for anyone wanting secular academics or co-ed socialization.