# Jewish students ‘hiding their faith’ on university applications amid fears of antisemitism

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/jewish-students-hiding-their-faith-on-university-applications-amid-fears-of-antisemitism/
- Published: 2026-11-14T15:51:33+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-14T16:24:29+00:00
- Original publisher: GB News (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://www.gbnews.com/news/jewish-students-hiding-faith-university-applications-fears-antisemitism
- Topics: Elections, Politics, World

## Key points

- 96 per cent of surveyed parents feared antisemitism or hostility.
- Some Jewish applicants reportedly hide parts of their identity.
- 42 per cent would rule out a university with a significant problem.

## Summary

A survey by Parents Against Antisemitism found that many Jewish families consider the risk of hostility when choosing universities, with some students reportedly concealing their identity on applications. The findings raise concerns about whether Jewish applicants feel able to express their faith and whether universities are safe and welcoming places for them.

The poll surveyed 160 parents whose children are applying through UCAS: 96 per cent were concerned about antisemitism or hostility, 79 per cent ranked it among their three key considerations, and 42 per cent would rule out a strong university if it had a significant problem. Parents described children leaving out Hebrew language skills or Jewish leadership activities. The Government has pledged £7 million to address antisemitism in educational institutions and to implement 27 recommendations from a review of antisemitism in schools and colleges.

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