Israel Experience: Cost, Coverage & How to Fund It
Israel Experience is a MASA-affiliated organization and subsidiary of the Jewish Agency, offering a wide range of structured long-term Israel programs for Jewish young adults aged 18–30. From intensive Hebrew ulpan and academic bridge courses to professional internships and community federation programs, Israel Experience provides tailored pathways for every background and goal. All programs are MASA-approved, making participants eligible for grants of $1,000–$4,500 toward program costs. With decades of experience, Israel Experience has placed thousands of young Jewish adults in life-changing Israel programs.
Program Highlights
- ✓MASA-affiliated — eligible for grants of $1,000–$4,500
- ✓Structured Israel immersion with professional support
- ✓Alumni network of Israel Experience graduates worldwide
- ✓Diverse program portfolio — ulpan, internship, academic, and community tracks
- ✓Jewish Agency subsidiary with decades of Israel program experience
- ✓Programming across Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa, and throughout Israel
What's Included
- ✓Program placement and coordination across all tracks
- ✓Shared housing in Israel (varies by track)
- ✓MASA grant application support
- ✓Israel orientation and safety briefing
- ✓Hebrew language instruction (track-dependent)
- ✓Cultural programming and Israel travel seminars
$250 one-time account opening fee applies
What Parents Say About Israel Experience
“Israel Experience helped our son find exactly the right MASA track for his goals — he wanted an internship, not just tourism. The Bronze Plan covered the full program cost. We started when he was seven and never thought twice about it.”
“What impressed me most about Israel Experience is how many different program options they offer. Our daughter chose the ulpan track; her cousin went through Career Israel — both came back transformed. Israel Prepaid Bronze Plan covered both programs completely.”
Stories are illustrative of typical parent experiences.
How Israel Prepaid Covers Israel Experience
The Bronze Plan is recommended for Israel Experience. 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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