Gratz College

Gratz College, located in the suburban community of Melrose Park, Pennsylvania, approximately 10 miles north of Philadelphia, is a private Jewish institution focused on graduate education and professional development. Established in 1895, it holds the distinction of being the oldest independent Jewish college in North America. The college operates primarily as a distance learning institution, though it maintains a physical campus in Montgomery County that houses administrative offices and some in-person classes. Gratz specializes in Jewish studies, education, and nonprofit management, offering master's degrees, doctoral programs, and professional credentials, with particular emphasis on Jewish education and Holocaust and genocide studies. The institution serves both Jewish and non-Jewish students through its online learning platforms, making its specialized programs accessible to working professionals and distance learners across the globe.