World Bnei Akiva - Amichai: Cost, Coverage & How to Fund It
World Bnei Akiva - Amichai is a nine-month MASA-affiliated gap year program offered by World Bnei Akiva, the global Religious Zionist youth movement founded in 1929. Amichai — meaning "my people lives" — is designed for Modern Orthodox and traditionally observant young adults who want a full Israel year combining serious Torah learning, volunteering, Hebrew immersion, and active participation in Israel's Religious Zionist community. The program is set across multiple cities in Israel and emphasizes the integration of Torah values into every aspect of Israeli life.
Program Highlights
- ✓Religious Zionist community immersion rooted in World Bnei Akiva's Dati Leumi values
- ✓Torah learning curriculum integrated with contemporary Israeli society engagement
- ✓Hebrew ulpan and intensive language study alongside religious programming
- ✓Community volunteer service in Israeli Religious Zionist institutions
- ✓MASA grant eligible — up to $4,500
- ✓Multi-city Israel experience spanning Religious Zionist communities across the country
What's Included
- ✓Program tuition and nine-month curriculum
- ✓Shared housing in Israeli Religious Zionist community settings
- ✓Hebrew ulpan instruction
- ✓Torah study and religious programming
- ✓Community volunteer service placement coordination
- ✓MASA grant coordination and application support
$250 one-time account opening fee applies
What Parents Say About World Bnei Akiva - Amichai
“Our daughter grew up in a Modern Orthodox home and Amichai gave her nine months to live her Torah values fully in Israel — not just study them. The integration of religion and Israeli society was unlike anything she'd experienced. Israel Prepaid's Silver Plan covered the whole year.”
“World Bnei Akiva - Amichai was the right fit for our son — serious Torah learning without sacrificing the full Israel immersion experience. He came home with deep Religious Zionist identity and lifelong friendships in Israel. Israel Prepaid made it financially seamless.”
Stories are illustrative of typical parent experiences.
How Israel Prepaid Covers World Bnei Akiva - Amichai
The Silver Plan is recommended for World Bnei Akiva - Amichai. 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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