Five Israeli universities announced they would welcome students from the areas stricken by the natural disaster. The Jewish Agency for Israel announced a partnership with the schools and Hillel: The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life to allow the students displaced by the hurricane to continue their studies.

In particular, medical students unable to attend the Tulane University in New Orleans can attend Tel Aviv University's Sackler School of Medicine, UPI reported.

Any college student from the Gulf area affected by the storm may apply late for the University's Lowy School for Overseas Students, which is waiving deadlines and some requirements to make room for Katrina's victims.