Torah Vodaas Yisrael
Known as TVY
“For the older bochur with the drive and the capability to learn at a high level while building a parnassah. Iyun shiurim that don't compromise, chavrusos that sharpen rather than coast, and a working framework that respects both the learning and the realities of adult life.”
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Where to find TVY.
23 Katzenelbogen Street, Har Nof, Jerusalem, Israel
Program & work options
- Program type
- Learning and Employment Program
- Duration
- Flexible
- Work allowed
- Yes, many students work
- Students working
- 25-50%
- When students work
- Afternoon, Evening
- Placement help
- Yeshiva helps students find work
- Impact on learning
- Modified learning schedule
- Typical work
- Hi-tech, education, freelance writing, business administration.
About
Torah Vodaas Yisrael is a structured program located in Har Nof, Jerusalem. Founded in 1972 under the leadership of Rav Dovid Schwartz, the yeshiva is known for rigorous iyun shiurim for the bochur who's ready to be pushed.
Learning model
Shiur-based · Iyun. Each bochur is placed in a track suited to his pace and background, with daily seder and ongoing chavrusa support.
Structure
The day at Torah Vodaas Yisrael is best described as structured — with clear expectations around seder times, attendance, and accountability.
Student fit
Bochurim who thrive here tend to value the atmosphere described as high-intensity but not cutthroat. shiurim are demanding, chavrusos are matched by mahalach and not just by friendship, and rebbeim expect bochurim to come prepared — but make themselves available the moment a bochur is genuinely stuck.. The 1:9 staff-to-student ratio allows individualized attention without losing chevra dynamics.
Atmosphere
High-intensity but not cutthroat. Shiurim are demanding, chavrusos are matched by mahalach and not just by friendship, and rebbeim expect bochurim to come prepared — but make themselves available the moment a bochur is genuinely stuck..
Support systems
Mentorship is built into the daily rhythm. The mashgiach and senior rabbanim are accessible, and additional support is available for bochurim who need it.
Leadership & Staff
Led by Rav Dovid Schwartz, the staff includes senior rabbanim, maggidei shiur, and a dedicated mashgiach.
Facilities & living
Beis medrash building plus three yeshiva-owned apartment buildings within walking distance; on-site coffee bar, small gym, and a co-working space for working bochurim.
- Boarding
- Yeshiva apartments
- Curfew
- No formal curfewNo formal curfew — bochurim live in yeshiva apartments and are expected to keep seder and live as adults.
- Laundry
- AvailableEach apartment has its own washer; a paid drying service is available on-site.
- Amenities
- Gym
Daily life & schedule
Shabbos: Bochurim arrange their own Shabbosos; yeshiva runs a Shabbaton twice a zman.
When a bochur struggles: Mashgiach meets within the week and coordinates with chavrusa and work mentor if relevant.
Admissions process
Application, learning interview (often a b'chavrusa session with a rebbe), and a workforce/learning balance conversation if applying as a working bochur.
- Interview requiredYes
- Entrance test requiredYes
- In-person visitYes
- Application feeYes
Trips & experiences
- Frequency
- Few times a year
- Focus
- Spiritual growth
- Tuition
- Mostly paid separately
Insight from the yeshiva
- Speciality
- Real iyun for working bochurim — without compromising either side.
- Often misunderstood
- It's not a 'part-time' yeshiva — bochurim learn at a high level.
- Question parents should ask
- Ask how the rebbe balances work flexibility with learning accountability.
- Before choosing
- Speak with a current working bochur about how the day actually looks.
Academic calendar
This yeshiva runs on the traditional zmanim calendar.
- Elul Zman
- Beginning
- 20 Av
- End
- Erev Yom Kippur
- Winter Zman
- Beginning
- Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan
- End
- Erev Pesach
- Summer Zman
- Beginning
- Rosh Chodesh Iyar
- End
- Tisha B'Av
Working bochurim run on a modified schedule but follow the same zman calendar.
What makes it different
- Top-tier Academic
- High Academic Intensity
- Strong Learning
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