Tel Aviv Youth University

What Tel Aviv Youth University does

Tel Aviv Youth University (also known as Science-Oriented Youth / נוער שוחר מדע, formally "Dov Lautman Science-Oriented Youth") is an educational outreach unit of Tel Aviv University that operates academic enrichment, research, competition, and summer programs for gifted Israeli youth in grades 4 through 12. Programs span academic preparatory tracks (Odyssey/Future Scientists, Beno Arbel mathematics, Rogovin humanities, First Steps in Science for the Arab community, AI4Y AI/Data Science, and an arts academic track), research programs for selected 9th graders (Alpha for sciences, IDEA for humanities), enrichment courses (Da Vinci, Science and Knowledge for grades 5-6, Science Excellence for Girls), summer university programs, and a portfolio of national/international competitions (Beno Arbel mathematics, Brain Bee, Name Your Hero essay). The unit serves students across Jewish/Arab, religious/secular, and immigrant (Russian, Ethiopian) populations and is operated from Tel Aviv University's main campus at Haim Levanon Street 30.

Delivery occurs primarily on campus with university faculty, and academic courses grant 2 transferable credit points (minimum grade 80) usable toward a TAU degree. The go-to-market is event-driven, leveraging competitions, summer programs, school partnerships and direct registration; GTM channels include the noar.tau.ac.il website, social profiles (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, WhatsApp, Spotify), and referral relationships with schools and Israel's Ministry of Education.

Revenue mechanics consist of per-student tuition for academic courses (individually priced per course load), one-time screening/examination fees (e.g., 50 ILS for the Beno Arbel entrance exam), and summer program fees, supplemented by university budget allocations, Ministry of Education partnerships, and donor contributions. The unit is governed by Tel Aviv University administration with a formal Executive Committee chaired by Check Point founder/CEO Gil Shwed.

Name

Tel Aviv Youth University

Legal name

Tel Aviv University (Unit for Youth - Science-Oriented Youth)

Website

https://noar.tau.ac.il

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tel Aviv Youth University (Dov Lautman Science-Oriented Youth) is Tel Aviv University's outreach unit offering academic preparatory tracks, research programs, summer courses, and national competitions for gifted Israeli students in grades 4-12, taught on campus with transferable university credits.

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akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Academic Enrichment Programs

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Support Services (611710), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

akta.pro primary industry

Enrichment Programs for Gifted Learners (STEM, Humanities, Arts) (EDAKALAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pre-College Summer/Winter Academic Programs (High School Students) (EDAIAIAD), Olympiad-Style Proof & Advanced Topics Programs (Number Theory/Combinatorics/Geometry) (EDAMAEAD)

Keywords

• Youth academic programs
• Gifted student enrichment
• STEM education services
• University preparatory courses
• Youth research programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Tel Aviv

HQ country

Israel

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Academic course tuition: Tuition fees for academic preparatory courses and university-level coursework for high school students. Tuition is determined individually per student based on course load.
2. Test and screening fees: Registration and examination fees for student screening and placement tests, such as the Beno Arbel mathematics competition entrance exam.
3. Summer programs: Revenue from summer university programs and enrichment courses offered during summer months for students in grades 4-11.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Tel Aviv Youth University delivers credit-bearing academic preparatory courses, scientific and humanities research programs, summer enrichment courses, school-based science days, and national/internal competitions (Beno Arbel Mathematics, Brain Bee, Name Your Hero essay) for gifted elementary and high school students in Israel. Programs are taught at the Tel Aviv University campus using university faculty, with successful completion yielding transferable academic credits recognized by Tel Aviv University and other Israeli academic institutions upon admission.

Product overview

Tel Aviv Youth University (אוניברסיטת תל אביב לנוער) is an educational outreach unit of Tel Aviv University offering multiple programs for youth including: academic preparatory programs (Odyssey, Beno Arbel, Rogovin, First Steps in Science), research programs (Alpha, IDEA), enrichment courses (Da Vinci Science, Science and Knowledge courses), summer programs (Summer University), school enrichment programs, and national/international competitions (Brain Bee, Beno Arbel Mathematics Competition, Name Your Hero essay competition). The institution also manages Israel's Young Science Team and offers academic courses with credit for program alumni. The portfolio spans academic tracks in sciences, humanities, arts, and mathematics, serving students from elementary through high school with programs designed for direct university preparation, research experience, and enrichment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• תכנית אלפא (Alpha Program): Research program for outstanding and gifted students in sciences - selections in 9th grade
• תכנית אודיסיאה (Odyssey Program)
• תכנית אידיאה (IDEA Program)
• מדעני וממציאי העתיד (Future Scientists and Inventors)
• תכנית בנו ארבל (Beno Arbel Program)
• אוניברסיטת קיץ לנוער (Summer University for Youth)
• מדע-וינצ'י (Mada-Vinci)

Products and services

• Odyssey Program (תוכנית אודיסיאה) National academic preparatory program in sciences for students selected in 8th grade, preparing them for university-level coursework at Tel Aviv University.
• Alpha Program (תוכנית אלפא) Research program for gifted and high-achieving students in scientific fields, with selections in 9th grade; part of the President's Program for Developing Future Scientists and Inventors.
• IDEA Program (תוכנית אידיאה) Research program for gifted students in humanities, with selections in 9th grade; part of the President's Program for Developing Future Scientists and Inventors.
• Beno Arbel Program (תוכנית בנו ארבל) Mathematics excellence program allowing middle and high school students to take undergraduate-level courses at Tel Aviv University's School of Mathematical Sciences.
• Science Excellence Program for Girls (מצוינות למדע) Science enrichment and startup program for excelling female students, with selections in 7th grade; designed to expand girls' participation in science.
• Da Vinci Science (מדע וינצ'י) Multidisciplinary enrichment program for 7th-8th grade students covering varied scientific and general knowledge areas.
• Science and Knowledge Courses (קורסי מדע ודעת) Variety of enrichment courses across multiple knowledge areas designed for grades 5-6.
• First Steps in Science (צעדים ראשונים במדע - خطوات أولى في العلم) Academic program for Arabic-speaking students in mathematics, science, and engineering, with selections in 9th grade, aimed at broadening Arab community participation in STEM.
• Rogovin Program (תוכנית רוגובין) Multidisciplinary academic program in humanities with emphasis on philosophy, named after Ida and Efraim Rogovin, for 9th-10th grade students.
• Summer University (אוניברסיטת קיץ לנוער) Summer academic enrichment program offered during July-August for students graduating grades 4-11.
• Brain Bee National Neuroscience Competition (תחרות מדעי המוח) Annual national Israel Brain Bee competition demonstrating proficiency in brain science for high school students.
• Beno Arbel Mathematics Competition (תחרות ע"ש בנו ארבל) National mathematics competition for excellence in mathematics, with entrance examination (50 shekels per exam) administered to middle and high school students.
• Name Your Hero Essay Competition (תחרות חיבורים ארצית) National essay competition inviting youth to propose worthy recipients for the Dan David Prize, co-organized with the Dan David Foundation.
• School Enrichment Programs (תוכניות העשרה לבתי ספר) Science days and series of enrichment sessions in various knowledge areas delivered at partner schools across Israel.
• Academic Courses for Alumni (קורסים אקדמיים) University-level academic courses granting 2 transferable credit points per course (minimum grade of 80 required), taken alongside undergraduate students by program alumni.
• Academic Program in Arts (תוכנית אקדמית באמנות) Academic preparatory program in arts for high school students in grades 9-10.

Quantifiable outcome

• Program graduates have been accepted to Forbes 30 Under30 and won medals at international olympiads
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, moderate and flagship.

• Ministry of Education (Israel)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormal educational partnership with Israel's Ministry of Education for school-based enrichment programs, science days, and talent development initiatives.
• Center for Future Scientists (Madanei HaAtid)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partnership for the President's Program for Developing Future Scientists and Inventors, including the Alpha and Idea research programs.
• Check Point Software TechnologiesmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerGil Shwed, Founder and CEO of Check Point, serves as Chairman of the Executive Committee of Tel Aviv Youth University, contributing strategic leadership and vision.
• Wolf FoundationflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudents participate in Wolf Prize events, announce winners, and interact with laureates including Nobel Prize winners. The foundation recognizes the program as a talent pipeline.
• Dan David PrizeflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-organizes the annual 'Name Your Hero' essay competition for high school students, with winners' nominations influencing future Dan David Prize fields.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

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Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/TAUVOD
• Facebookfacebook.com/Enoar.tau
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tau-youth
• Instagraminstagram.com/telavivuni

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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