Darshan Yeshiva

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Convert to Judaism from anywhere in the world

Step 1: Choose your program level

Choose which program level best meets your needs. The higher the level, the more post-conversion classes to which you’ll have free, lifetime access.

Step 2: Choose your conversion mentor

Our mentors — ordained rabbis and cantors — come from across Jewish denominations and around the world. Your mentor will be your guide and teacher from the start of your program through your conversion ceremony.

Step 3: Submit your online application

Complete your application and a member of our team will contact you about our program and make sure it’s the right fit for you. If it’s a match, then you can start learning the same day!

CHOOSE YOUR LEVEL
CHOOSE YOUR MENTOR
APPLY ONLINE

Our program curriculum

Our program uses a unique, pluralistic curriculum that teaches a far-ranging number of topics covering Jewish foundational concepts, history, and practices, such as:

  • Jewish peoplehood
  • Holidays
  • Lifecycle events
  • Spirituality
  • Jewish texts, including the Hebrew Bible and Talmud
  • A beginner’s introduction to Hebrew, including the Hebrew alphabet and essential prayers
  • Mitzvot, such as wearing tallit and tefillin, keeping kosher, and putting up a mezuzah

In addition to original content, we’ve included our favorite Best of the Web videos, lectures, and websites sourced from organizations we feel give you a broad understanding of Judaism. You’ll also find fun study breaks along the way in the form of podcasts by Darshan Yeshiva’s Executive Director (and fellow Jew by Choice), Rabbi Patrick Beaulier.

All conversion mentors use the same, pluralistic curriculum regardless of denomination.

Our students

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When I first made the decision to convert to Judaism it seemed like there were so many ways to start….and none of them were actually do-able for me due to my daily schedule with work and other responsibilities. When I found Darshan Yeshiva, and spoke with the Rabbis, I felt a sense of relief…and I haven’t looked back since. The program was easy to navigate, I could go at my own pace, and everyone working for the program was right there when you needed them. My conversion mentor was absolutely amazing, very hands on, and made me feel comfortable throughout the journey. I can’t imagine a better resource for learning, support, and community. Thank you to everyone at Darshan Yeshiva for making the process and ongoing support so wonderfully accessible and enjoyable. -Allie L.

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This conversion program was more of a personal experience than I imagined because Darshan Yeshiva encourages connecting Jewish history, holidays, learning Hebrew, etc with me personally to help me merge the two together to help shape my Jewish identity.

I became more comfortable in my transformation to becoming Jewish because of how intimate this conversion program is. -Channah C.

Working with your rabbi

The coursework itself is self-paced, but you’ll have one-on-one mentoring sessions with your rabbi or cantor once a month for 10 months.

When you complete your online learning and mentoring sessions, your rabbi and you will discuss whether you’re ready to proceed onto the next step.

If both mentor and student agree, then the two of you will schedule your beit din (court of Jewish law) and mikvah (ritual immersion) for your conversion.

Finding the right rabbi for you

Many factors can go into choosing your conversion mentor. Some of these factors include rabbis’ and cantors’ affiliation (Conservative, Reform, Reconstructionist, etc.), their location, and their personal approach to Judaism. 

Darshan Yeshiva has rabbis and cantors throughout North America in addition to Europe. You’re welcome to choose someone within your local area or outside of your local area.

United States

Or find a rabbi in Canada, Europe, or Latin America

Paying for your program

After your interview, you’ll officially register for your program and make your tuition payment.

You have two payment options available to you:

  1. Pay the full amount upon registration
  2. Enroll in automated, monthly payments to be paid over the span of 10 months

Regardless of which option you choose, you’ll have lifetime access to your program after the full payment is complete.

Is there a minimum age to be eligible for the program?

Yes, there is. While we do offer support to minors (younger than 18 years old) whose parents are completing a conversion program, Darshan Yeshiva does not accept applicants who are under the age of 18 years old for our conversion program.

If you’re under 18 years old and want to study with us, you’re welcome to join our other Jewish learning programs with your parent’s or guardian’s consent: Basics of Judaism, Judaism for Beginners, or Comprehensive Jewish Studies programs.

What about circumcision, beit din and mikvah?

Different rabbis and cantors in our program have different requirements for conversion. Review our mentors to determine which is right for you. In addition, you’ll learn more about these requirements.

Who is not eligible for the program?

Our program is available to applicants worldwide, with the exception of those countries we are currently unable to work in.

Applicants must be fluent in English and/or Italian in order to navigate the coursework; mentoring may be facilitated in English, Italian, Spanish, or French.  

We will not facilitate conversion away from Islam in order to protect our students’ personal safety.

We will not accept applicants who wish to remain a part of Jews For Jesus, Messianic Judaism, or similar.

As with all conversion programs, we will not provide conversion for the sake of moving to Israel (aliyah) or being recognized as a Jew in Israel. Please read our Israel policy here and our terms and conditions here.

Ready to get started? Begin the application process here.

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