A yeshiva, jeshibah is a traditional Jewish educational institution focused on the study of Rabbinic literature, primarily the Talmud and halacha, while Torah and Jewish philosophy are studied in parallel. The studying is usually done through daily shiurim as well as in study pairs called chavrusas. Chavrusa-style learning is one of the unique features of the yeshiva.

Midrasha is a Hebrew term currently used for three types of educational institutions:Torah study institutions for women of post-high-school age. Also called "seminaries". Informal education colleges and institutions. Israeli field schools focused on nature and ecology who hold seminars and organize field trips.