Israel Experience - Sheli: Cost, Coverage & How to Fund It
Israel Experience - Sheli is a year-long MASA-affiliated program run by Israel Experience, designed specifically for Jewish young women seeking a transformative personal and Jewish identity experience in Israel. "Sheli" — meaning "mine" in Hebrew — reflects the program's core philosophy: that Israel belongs to every young Jewish woman, and that this year is hers to own, explore, and define. Participants combine structured Israel programming with community living, Jewish study, volunteer work, and personal development over 12 full months. The year-long format allows for deep roots, meaningful friendships, and genuine Israeli life immersion that a shorter program cannot replicate. The program is MASA-affiliated and eligible for grants of $1,000–$4,500.
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
- ✓Year-long women's Israel program — deep immersion across all four seasons
- ✓Jewish identity development and personal growth curriculum
- ✓Community living, volunteering, and Israel travel built into the full year
What's Included
- ✓Year-long program participation and coordination
- ✓Shared housing in Israel
- ✓MASA grant application support
- ✓Jewish studies and identity programming
- ✓Volunteer component and community engagement
- ✓Israel travel and cultural seminars throughout the year
$250 one-time account opening fee applies
What Parents Say About Israel Experience - Sheli
“Sheli was exactly what our daughter needed before starting university. The year gave her language, confidence, connection to Israel, and a group of friends from around the Jewish world. She came home knowing who she is. Israel Prepaid Bronze covered every month of it.”
“The name says it all — this year was hers. She built her own identity in Israel, volunteered, traveled, and lived in community with other Jewish women. We enrolled in Israel Prepaid when she was eight, and by the time she was eighteen the Bronze Plan was fully funded.”
Stories are illustrative of typical parent experiences.
How Israel Prepaid Covers Israel Experience - Sheli
The Bronze Plan is recommended for Israel Experience - Sheli. 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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