Mission Statement
Derech L’Chaim Seminary (DHS) is the Satmar chassidic community’s leading institution of Jewish higher education for women, dedicated to strengthening students’ commitment to practicing and perpetuating the Torah’s teachings and the Satmar chassidic legacy. The seminary’s mission is to provide women with a derech l’chaim, a clear path for leading lives as formal or informal educators in the Satmar community and taking their lessons with them into and out of the workplace. This is accomplished by providing a well rounded curriculum, which includes comprehensive studies of the Jewish Bible, Jewish law and philosophy, and a strong focus on Satmar ideology. The Seminary also places great focus on teaching its students the skills needed as they enter the workplace, such as communication, punctuality, respect for elders and their peers, and responsibility. Students at DHS know that they are held to a higher standard and are taught to conduct themselves as such. This ensures that most students graduating from DHS have the qualifications for gainful employment in a wide range of industries.
Special Learning Opportunities
None
Student Services
Academic/career counseling service
Undergraduate students enrolled who are formally registered with office of disability services, Fall 2023
3% or less
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Religious Affiliation
Not applicable
Federal Aid
Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
For-credit instruction programs offered
Academic
Noncredit education offered
Institution does not offer noncredit education
Credit Accepted
Institution does not accept dual, credit for life, or AP credits