Student groups at 18 colleges and universities in 14 states have expressed interest in formally affiliating themselves with Hillel since the start of the academic year.

The minimum standards an organization must meet to affiliate with Hillel International include being a registered student organization with the local campus administration, having at least five active members, and having a faculty advisor.

The 18 colleges and universities include Clemson University, Oklahoma State University-Stillwater, The Evergreen State College, Flagler College, Capital University, University of North Dakota, Mercer University, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Missouri University of Science and Technology, University of New Hampshire, SUNY Oneonta, University of Maine, The University of Tulsa, Babson College and Truman State University.