Ariel University - Research: Cost, Coverage & How to Fund It
Ariel University - Research is a MASA-affiliated research fellowship program at Ariel University, allowing international participants to conduct supervised academic research alongside faculty at Israel's newest university. Established in 2012 in Ariel, Samaria, the university has rapidly developed research programs in engineering, materials science, environmental studies, biomedical sciences, and the social sciences. Fellows are embedded in active research labs and contribute to ongoing faculty projects over their 6-month program term.
Program Highlights
- ✓Research fellowship embedded in active Ariel University labs — engineering, biomedical sciences, materials science, and more
- ✓Faculty-supervised research with potential for academic publication and professional portfolio development
- ✓Israel's newest and fastest-growing university, with a dynamic and expanding research output
- ✓Full access to Ariel University's research facilities, specialized equipment, and academic libraries
- ✓MASA grant eligibility — $1,000–$4,500 in additional funding available for qualified participants
- ✓Unique experience living and researching in Ariel, Samaria — Israel's academic frontier
What's Included
- ✓Full-time research placement in a faculty-supervised lab or research unit
- ✓Research materials, lab consumables, and dedicated workspace access
- ✓Housing arranged in or near Ariel for the program duration
- ✓Library and full campus facility access
- ✓MASA grant coordination and application support
- ✓Cultural programming and weekend Israel travel excursions
$250 one-time account opening fee applies
What Parents Say About Ariel University - Research
“My research fellowship at Ariel was one of the most formative academic experiences of my life. Working directly with faculty on real projects — not just coursework — gave me skills no classroom could replicate. Israel Prepaid's Bronze Plan made it possible without financial stress.”
“Ariel University's research environment is hungry and dynamic. My lab supervisor became a career mentor. The Israel Prepaid funds were there when I needed them — my parents had been saving since I was young.”
Stories are illustrative of typical parent experiences.
How Israel Prepaid Covers Ariel University - Research
The Bronze Plan is recommended for Ariel University - Research. The earlier you enroll, the lower your monthly payment and the higher your coverage.
| Enrollment Age | Monthly Payment | Guaranteed Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Age 0 | $89/mo | $35,976 |
| Age 3 | $105/mo | $32,392 |
| Age 5 | $119/mo | $30,044 |
| Age 8 | $151/mo | $26,584 |
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