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Through Masa Israel, we are able to offer a wide range of additional immersive experiences that provide participants with a unique opportunity for growth, exploration, and cultural immersion. From Gap Year programs to Study Abroad opportunities and post-college professional development options, we can help open doors to new horizons and lasting connections for you. These are just a few of our available programs - if you don't see what you're looking for here, contact Allison Cohen to learn about the full range of opportunities.

Discover your Passion with Masa Israel Gap Semester or Year

Masa Israel’s Gap Year fills the space between high school and college with new life experiences. You will become a part of the fabric of the Israeli culture – whether you're engaged in Jewish studies or volunteering in the local community.

Your Gap Year program awaits.

Who

College-bound high school graduates.

What

Semester or year-long programs in Israel offering a global perspective and independent living experience.

When

Dates vary per program.

Cost

Cost varies per program; eligible participants qualify for a Masa grant.

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Live and Learn with Israel Study Abroad

Masa Israel’s Study Abroad Programs provide academic opportunities in your specific field of study at one of Israel’s distinguished universities, as well as the chance to deepen your connection to Israel’s diverse culture. With more than 150 programs available, it’s easy to find the right one for you!

Gain impressive, international experience and a great education, while you expand your personal and professional network.

Who

College students, ages 19 – 35.

What

Study at one of Israel’s elite universities' undergraduate or graduate programs, with diverse programming available, from dance to international politics, at campuses across Israel.

When

Semester or year-long academic study. Dates vary per program.

Cost

Cost varies per program. Eligible participants will qualify for a Masa grant for financial aid.

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Jumpstart your career with Masa Israel Post-College Programs

Masa Israel’s Post-College programs offer recent college grads and young professionals the chance to boost their resumés while living and working in a country known for its global leadership in the arts, science, and technology.

Masa Israel Teaching Fellows is a 10-month fellowship for college graduates who want to make a difference with Israeli kids. Teach English while immersing yourself in Israeli society and become an integral member of the city in which you live, teach, and volunteer. Fellows can work in cities across Israel, but there’s no place quite like Beit Shean – Jewish Cleveland’s sister city – that’s known for its warm, friendly, and diverse community.

Who

College graduates, ages 22 to 35.

What

Work an entry-level job with a leading Israeli company or volunteer to make a difference in the lives of others. Programs are offered across Israel, ranging from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv to Israel’s periphery cities.

When

Trip durations range from 5 to 10 months in your field of interest.

Cost

Dates and cost vary per program; eligible participants will qualify for a Masa grant.

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During my gap year in Israel, I spent half of my day immersed in Judaic studies and the other half volunteering at Bet Elazraki, a children’s home in Netanya. This experience allowed me to deeply connect with my Jewish roots and study Torah, while making a significant impact on the lives of children and forging connections with Israelis. The year left me with invaluable lessons and memories that will stay with me forever. Shira, Masa Gap Year Participant

The Roslyn Z. Wolf Cleveland-JDC International Fellows Program

Every year, we provide a college graduate the opportunity to spend a year abroad, to help isolated or re-emerging Jewish communities develop programs that educate youth, care for the elderly and train future leaders. The experience can be life-changing, for both the fellows and the communities they serve.

About Roslyn Z. Wolf

Roslyn Wolf devoted her life to volunteerism and community leadership through the Jewish Federation of Cleveland, Jewish Family Service Association (JFSA), Mt. Sinai Foundation, and many other charitable organizations. Her legacy is remembered through multiple awards, memorials, and programs in her honor, including the Roslyn Z. Wolf Cleveland-JDC International Fellows Program. This joint project of the Jewish Federation of Cleveland and the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) Jewish Service Corps (JSC) was established through the generosity of the late Ambassador Milton A. Wolf, Ph.D. and their children to permanently honor and memorialize her. A Federation Trustee for Life, Roz's Jewish community commitments set an example for many and continue to motivate other volunteers to help make this world a better place.

“The fellowship is a significant and tangible way to both honor Roslyn Wolf and affirm her practice of our sacred Jewish value, kol Yisrael areveim zeh le zeh, each Jew is responsible for one another,” said Charles A. Ratner.