History

Who We Are

For more than 40 years, Bnot Torah Institute—more popularly known as Sharfman’s—has educated and empowered smart, creative and confident young Orthodox Jewish women. We offer a nurturing community that encourages the development of the whole person: spiritually, academically and personally. Our students become driven by self-confidence, spiritual growth and a deep sense of committment to making Judaism the center of their lives. Our nearly 2,000 alumni, include: lawyers, authors, social workers, accountants, doctors, nurses, educators, kiruv professionals, Jewish leaders, speech, occupational and physical therapists, wives and mothers.

The Year of You

In our fast-paced world of today, our uniquely designed student-centered program allows you to achieve real growth and includes: personal instruction, thought-provoking and relevant classes, meaningful Beit Midrash learning, eye-opening trips, interactive group activities and of course our famous Shabbotonim. Students enjoy living in our landmark Ramat Eshkol community of Yerushalayim, which allows you full-time access to our staff of warm, highly qualified and caring faculty who are always available to provide real answers to your questions.