Emily Cohen
Aerospace Engineering, Palo Alto, California

Be'er Sheva

Student city in the Negev with great value and a growing tech scene.

Be'er Sheva is a major university city in southern Israel (Negev), known for affordability, strong student culture around Ben-Gurion University, and a developing tech and innovation ecosystem.

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Housing & Rent

$1,200–$2,000/month

1-Bedroom Apartment

$2,200–$2,800/month

3-Bedroom (Shared)

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Yad 2

Israel's largest apartment listing site (Hebrew, use Google Translate)

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Student-Friendly Neighborhoods

Aleph; Dalet; Gimel; Old City; Ramot

Transportation & Mobility

Be'er Sheva is compact and student routes often focus on the university, the Old City, and key residential areas. Buses cover most daily needs, while Israel Railways provides convenient intercity travel to the center of the country.

Transportation Costs on average

₪5.50 (~$1.50)

Single Ride

₪225 (~$60)

Monthly Pass

Discounts

✓ Student Rates

Student Life & Culture

Be'er Sheva has a strong student-driven nightlife concentrated around the university area and parts of the Old City, with bars, casual venues, and community events. It’s generally lower-cost and more campus-centered, which many students find convenient and social.

Jewish Community & Campus Life

Be'er Sheva has active Jewish community options, including synagogues across neighborhoods, Chabad and student-focused Shabbat meals, and community events around holidays. Many students connect through BGU student groups, volunteering, and local initiatives in the Negev.