Young Judaea Year Course: Cost, Coverage & How to Fund It
Young Judaea Year Course is one of the oldest and most respected gap year programs in Israel, offering an immersive 10-month experience combining Zionist ideology, Jewish identity, travel, Hebrew, volunteering, and community. Founded over 100 years ago, Young Judaea has shaped generations of American Jewish leaders.
Program Highlights
- ✓Over 100 years of Zionist gap year experience
- ✓Jerusalem home base with nationwide travel
- ✓Volunteer and community service component
- ✓Hebrew language immersion
- ✓Study of Zionism, Jewish history, and Israeli society
- ✓MASA grant eligible
What's Included
- ✓Program tuition
- ✓Housing in Jerusalem
- ✓Most meals
- ✓Israel travel and seminars
- ✓Hebrew classes
- ✓Programming and activities
$250 one-time account opening fee applies
What Parents Say About Young Judaea Year Course
“Young Judaea shaped my grandfather's generation and my daughter's. It's timeless. Israel Prepaid Gold plan meant cost was never a barrier.”
“My son came home from Year Course knowing who he is as a Jew. We enrolled him in Israel Prepaid at age 5. The Gold plan covered the whole year.”
Stories are illustrative of typical parent experiences.
How Israel Prepaid Covers Young Judaea Year Course
The Gold Plan is recommended for Young Judaea Year Course. The earlier you enroll, the lower your monthly payment and the higher your coverage.
| Enrollment Age | Monthly Payment | Guaranteed Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Age 0 | $234/mo | $94,604 |
| Age 3 | $276/mo | $85,179 |
| Age 5 | $314/mo | $79,004 |
| Age 8 | $398/mo | $69,907 |
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