Binyan Av: Cost, Coverage & How to Fund It
Binyan Av — "Building a Patriarch" — is a Jerusalem-based post-high school yeshiva for young men from Modern Orthodox and traditional backgrounds. The program combines rigorous Torah and Talmud study with a deep emphasis on character development (mussar and middot), helping young men build the inner foundation they need for life. Located in Jerusalem, students learn in proximity to the spiritual heart of the Jewish people while developing as Torah scholars, future husbands, and community leaders.
Program Highlights
- ✓Founded on the philosophy that genuine Torah learning transforms character — "binyan," building, applies to the student as much as to the text
- ✓Structured daily Talmud shiurim with chavruta learning, mussar seder, and weekly parasha study
- ✓Suited for young men from Modern Orthodox and traditional backgrounds seeking serious learning in a warm, growth-oriented environment
- ✓Located in Jerusalem — students live and learn in the city that has anchored Jewish identity for three millennia
- ✓Israel Prepaid Bronze Plan provides $16,654–$35,976 in guaranteed program funding, locking in today's costs against future tuition inflation
- ✓Strong emphasis on mentorship — rebbeim invest personally in each student's growth, combining learning with life guidance
What's Included
- ✓Daily Talmud shiurim and structured Torah study
- ✓Shabbat and Yom Tov programming and communal meals
- ✓Kosher meals provided
- ✓On-campus dormitory housing
- ✓Israel tiyulim (trips) and touring
- ✓Weekly mussar seder and character development programming
$250 one-time account opening fee applies
What Parents Say About Binyan Av
“Binyan Av wasn't just a year of learning Gemara — it reshaped how I think about who I want to be. The rebbeim genuinely cared about me as a person, not just as a student. I came home a different version of myself.”
“What sets Binyan Av apart is the combination of real learning and real character work. Every week we had mussar discussions that challenged me in the best way. Jerusalem itself became part of the curriculum.”
Stories are illustrative of typical parent experiences.
How Israel Prepaid Covers Binyan Av
The Bronze Plan is recommended for Binyan Av. 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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