Aardvark Israel - Classic: Cost, Coverage & How to Fund It
Aardvark Israel - Classic is the flagship track of Aardvark Israel, one of the most popular and established gap year programs for English-speaking Jewish young adults, operated by Aardvark Tourism Ltd. The seven-month Classic program offers a fully structured yet flexible gap year combining intensive Hebrew ulpan, Israel-wide travel and exploration, community volunteer service, and deeply immersive communal living — all without requiring any prior connection to a specific Jewish youth movement. Aardvark is especially popular with US and Canadian students seeking a professionally organized, inclusive gap year that can be tailored to individual interests and goals.
Program Highlights
- ✓One of the most popular gap years for English-speaking Jewish young adults in North America
- ✓Fully structured program with built-in flexibility for individual interests
- ✓Intensive Hebrew ulpan from beginner through advanced levels
- ✓Israel-wide exploration: city life, kibbutz, desert, and beach communities
- ✓Meaningful volunteer service placements across Israeli civil society
- ✓MASA Israel Journey affiliated — grant eligible up to $4,500
What's Included
- ✓Full program tuition and all Classic track programming
- ✓Shared apartments or dormitory housing in Israel
- ✓Breakfast and dinner during residential housing periods
- ✓Israel-wide travel including overnight tiyulim and regional explorations
- ✓Hebrew ulpan instruction at all levels throughout the program
- ✓MASA grant coordination and college credit options
$250 one-time account opening fee applies
What Parents Say About Aardvark Israel - Classic
“Aardvark Classic was perfect for our daughter — structured enough to feel safe, but flexible enough to let her explore. She volunteered in a hospital, learned real Hebrew, and traveled every corner of Israel. The Silver Plan through Israel Prepaid covered every dollar.”
“We locked in the Silver Plan through Israel Prepaid years before our son chose Aardvark Classic. When the time came, there was no financial stress — just excitement. He came back from Israel with lifelong friends and a fluency in Hebrew we never expected.”
Stories are illustrative of typical parent experiences.
How Israel Prepaid Covers Aardvark Israel - Classic
The Silver Plan is recommended for Aardvark Israel - Classic. The earlier you enroll, the lower your monthly payment and the higher your coverage.
| Enrollment Age | Monthly Payment | Guaranteed Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Age 0 | $158/mo | $63,825 |
| Age 3 | $186/mo | $57,466 |
| Age 5 | $212/mo | $53,300 |
| Age 8 | $269/mo | $47,162 |
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