An institution of higher Jewish learning, founded in 1924 by the Chicago Board of Jewish Education. Reorganized in 1929 to suit the needs of a growing community it includes departments for advanced Hebrew studies, Hebrew teachers’ training, general Jewish studies, Sunday School teachers’ and cantors’ training, and a Women’s Institute of Jewish Study. Some courses are offered in cooperation with the University of Chicago. Graduate studies lead to degrees of Master of Hebrew Literature and Doctor of Hebrew Literature. Affiliated with the College are a Summer Camp Institute, founded in 1946, and the Leaf Library and Museum.