Reservists Exempted from Course, Then Charged for It
Students at Bar-Ilan University who received an exemption from a Judaism course under the academic relief framework for security forces were required to pay 1,140 shekels for the course. The university explained that this is an 'academic exemption, not a financial one,' and that tuition is collected according to the Council for Higher Education's guidelines. A student said she was shocked to receive a payment demand after paying full tuition, describing the situation as 'distorted and absurd.'
Students at Bar-Ilan University who serve in the reserves received an exemption from a Judaism course under the 'Academic Vest' program for security forces, but were required to pay 1,140 shekels for the course. The university explained that this is an 'academic exemption, not a financial one,' and that tuition is collected according to the Council for Higher Education's guidelines. A student named Moran (a pseudonym) said she paid full tuition and then received an additional payment demand. She described the situation as 'distorted and absurd' and felt that 'they are making fun of us.' The university emphasized its support for reservists, including the Minister of Defense's Medal of Honor, and noted that academic recognition does not detract from student rights, and that an alternative course can be taken without additional payment. The article notes that since October 7, many reservist students have faced lost study days and financial difficulties.