Lapidim is an excellence program designed to cultivate outstanding students with the potential to become leaders in both industry and research. The program provides a unique springboard into the worlds of high-tech and academia throughout students' undergraduate studies, offering direct exposure to leading entrepreneurs, world-class researchers, and an influential alumni network. Participants benefit from a supportive and challenging learning environment that includes a dedicated learning space, faculty mentorship, and an excellence scholarship throughout their degree.
The Lapidim program offers two excellence tracks, each tailored to a different career path:
Lapidim - Tech Leadership is intended for students with exceptional potential for leadership and innovation in the high-tech industry.
Lapidim - Research Leadership is intended for students with exceptional potential for leadership and academic careers in research.
Eligibility:
Applications are invited from undergraduate students in the Technion's Faculty of Computer Science who have completed their first or second semester of studies, have achieved a cumulative GPA of 90 or above, and have successfully completed 18 academic credits or more in each semester.
To apply, please complete the application form here and attach an up-to-date transcript and your CV.
Application deadline: August 2, 2026.