Touro University

New York, New York, United States · Est. 1971 · Private University

Private Jewish university system with 19,000+ students across 36 schools in the US and abroad.

  • Founded 1971 by Bernard Lander; headquartered in New York City
  • Private nonprofit; Jewish heritage and values; serves diverse population
  • 19,000 students (6,400 undergrad, 12,600 postgrad) across 36 schools in 4 countries
  • Largest private Jewish university in the US; 130,000+ living alumni
  • Career-focused programs in healthcare, law, business, education, and liberal arts
  • Average 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio; 83% of undergrads receive financial aid

Academics

Touro offers undergraduate and graduate programs across liberal arts, sciences, pre-professional studies, and specialized fields. Graduate schools include New York Medical College, Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Touro College of Pharmacy, Touro Law Center, and schools of business, education, social work, and technology. Programs are available in-person, online (synchronous and asynchronous), and hybrid formats. The institution emphasizes career preparation and rigorous scholarship with agility in responding to market needs.

Campus & Student Life

Touro operates a distributed network of 36 schools across the United States, Berlin, Israel, Moscow, and Russia. The main campus is headquartered in New York City at 3 Times Square. Undergraduate schools include Lander College for Men and Women, Hebrew Theological College, and New York School of Career and Applied Studies. The institution maintains a small-school atmosphere despite its size and emphasizes community engagement and service to humanity as core values.

Admissions

Each school and program has its own admissions requirements and application process. Touro serves international students, veterans, and students with disabilities through dedicated support services. The institution ranked #1 in Money Magazine's 50 Colleges That Add the Most Value, reflecting its focus on career success and affordability. General application available online; prospective students are directed to individual school admissions pages.

Outcomes & Mission

Touro is dedicated to service and engagement within communities, particularly those most in need. The institution emphasizes that education should accommodate students from all backgrounds and circumstances. With over 130,000 living alumni, Touro graduates pursue careers in healthcare, law, education, business, and public service. The university's mission centers on preparing students for professional success while instilling values of integrity, respect, and service to humanity.

Founded
1971
Type
Private University
Courses
15
Total intake
Not yet verified
AffiliationJewish
Websitehttp://touro.edu
HousingAvailable
Some details are still being verified.

Quick stats

Courses offered
15
Avg career outcomes
$53.4K
Total intake
Not yet verified
Housing
Yes
Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources