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Located in the heart of Israel’s South, our college serves as a strong academic and social anchor for the region. It combines high-level education with meaningful community engagement, leading social initiatives, supporting cultural life and empowering students to create real impact. In the shadow of the war and the events of October 7, the college continues to provide stability, support and resilience to its community, serving as both a home and a driving force in the growth of the South.

Why Sapir?

Sapir Study Opportunities

Sapir is one of Israel’s largest public colleges, educating over 7,000 students across bachelor’s and master’s programs, vocational certifications , and a variety of professional  development programs.

Sapir Reviving the South

Sapir plays a central role in the revival and development of the South and the Western Negev through education, social initiatives, volunteer work, and student-led projects. By strengthening community ties and supporting regional growth, Sapir fosters resilience and a stronger future for the area.

 Sapir Applied Research

Sapir promotes innovative and socially driven research that addresses regional and national challenges. Through academic excellence and close collaboration with the community and industry, research at Sapir contributes to knowledge creation, regional development, and meaningful social impact.

Sapir Facts & Figures

7,000+

Students and Faculty

53,000+

College Graduates

40+

Community Engagement Projects

20+

Years of Resilience Under Fire

17

Certification & Diploma Programs

12

Master's Degree Programs

Academic Programs

Bachelor's Degrees (B.A. / B.Sc.)

Explore undergraduate programs
across humanities, social sciences, and engineering.

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Master's Degrees (M.A. / M.Sc.)

Advance your career
with one of our specialized graduate programs.

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Making a Difference

Sapir is Israel’s only college in the Otef Yisrael (Gaza Envelope)
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a border community
Sapir College is located just two miles from Gaza
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The Sapir community on October 7th
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From Crisis to Growth
 A new vision of regional revival
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Sapir News & Events

מכון ידע חדש

Sapir Researchers Lead New Regional Development Initiative

Dr. Sagit Azari Wiesel from Sapir Academic College's Department of Public Administration and Policy and the Department of Economics and Accounting, together with Dr. Sharon Hadad, Head of the Department of Economics, have been awarded an inter institutional grant to establish an Applied Regional Development Research Institute. Over the past six months, Dr. Azari Wiesel and Dr. Hadad have led the initiative to establish the institute.
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  • 06/25/2026 - 08:15
    • Technological Marketing
    Congratulations to Prof. Ronen Arbel, Associate Professor in the Department of Technological Marketing and the M.A. Program in Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Organizations at Sapir Academic College, who, together with a team of researchers from Clalit Health Services, has been awarded the prestigious Horizon Europe grant, the European Union’s flagship program for research and innovation. Prof. Arbel’s research group, which focuses on health outcomes research within Clalit’s Community Division, is a partner in an international project aimed at predicting future pandemics.
  • 01/27/2026 - 12:49

    Law and the Holocaust

    01/27/2026 - 12:49
    • School of Law
    Sapir Law School is proud to announce that the Honorable President (retired) Justice Esther Hayut will teach a unique workshop on "Law and the Holocaust" in the summer semester (2026) at Sapir Law School. Honorable President Hayut began her judicial career in 1990 as a Magistrate's Court judge in Tel Aviv. In 1997, she was appointed to the District Court, and in 2004, she was appointed to the Supreme Court. Judge Hayut served as chairwoman of the Central Elections Committee and chairwoman of the Judges' Ethics Committee.
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Become a Part of Our Success

Contributions to Sapir play a vital role in advancing the college’s mission and strengthening its impact on the region. Donations help expand academic programs, support innovative research, improve campus facilities, and create new opportunities for students through scholarships and community projects. These resources enable Sapir to continue driving educational excellence, regional development, and social resilience, ensuring a stronger future for the South.