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Gap Year Programs in Israel

Please note that due to the current conflict in this region, the programs below may be affected. We advise that you reach out directly to the providers listed below for more insight about program dates and availability.

Israel is at the top of many travelers lists. With access to important religious sites such as Bethlehem, world-famous tourist spots such as the Dead Sea, and rich cultural traditions in food and art, Israel draws visitors for all backgrounds and cultures. If you want to take a gap year in Israel, you're not alone! Israelis are known for being warm, open, and inviting, and you may find that a year in Israel makes it your second home. Whether you’re considering a short trip or planning to make the Holy Land the center of your gap year, Israel has some life-changing landmarks to experience—L’Chaim!

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12 Gap Year Programs in Israel

University of Haifa International School (UHIS)
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University of Haifa International School (UHIS)

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Gap Semester/Year - University of Haifa International School

The International School is an integral part of the University of...

GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization

GoEco - Top Rated & Award Winning Volunteer Programs Abroad

GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with awa...

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Volunteer World
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Volunteer World

Volunteer World: Best Volunteer Abroad Programs Worldwide

Looking to apply your talent and expertise to a good cause? Find ...

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World Bnei Akiva
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World Bnei Akiva

Experiential Religious & Zionist Gap Year Israel Programs

World Bnei Akiva offers a range of amazing post-high school gap y...

Tel Aviv University
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Tel Aviv University

Exploration, Leadership & Innovation Gap Program in Tel Aviv

This college-preparatory program offers a once-in-a-lifetime oppo...

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I had the most amazing time on Kivun!

by: Josh Levy - United StatesProgram: Experiential Religious & Zionist Gap Year Israel Programs
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It was amazing to meet so many people from all around the world and experience Israel like never before. I learned so much about Israel, Judaism and myself! I loved living in Jerusalem, and I felt that I really got the opportunity to "live" in Israel and experience real-life there. I chose the Marva army experience, which was tough and challenging, but I got through it and felt a huge sense of accomplishment! And my Hebrew improved a lot too! We also traveled all around Israel, to places I'd never been before even, and the madrichim were the best!! Just do it!

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Your gap year in Israel could take you all throughout the country, place you in kibbutz in the countryside, or land you at a hub, such as one of the popular cities below.

Jerusalem. As one of the oldest cities in the world, Jerusalem is considered the capital of both Israel and Palestine. At the center of this conflict is a city steeped in religious history and rich beauty. No gap year in Israel would be complete without a trip to Jerusalem to see Temple Mount, the Western Wall, and Dome of the Rock, one of the most photographed buildings on Earth. Whether you’re coming to learn about history and religion, to pray and observe, or to shop the famous Mahane Yehuda Market, this city will be a stop on most Israel gap year programs.

Tel Aviv. Tel Aviv is on the Mediterranean coastline of Israel, and home to beautiful beaches and a party atmosphere that’s earned it the nickname of “The City That Never Sleeps”. Tel Aviv is home to famous bazaar-style shopping and a beach and art scene, and as one of the younger and more secular cities in Israel, it is one of the few places with shops and activities open on Saturdays. Many Israel gap year programs are based in Tel Aviv for this reason, and no year in Israel would be complete without at least a weekend in Tel Aviv.

Haifa. A 3,000-year-old city and major seaport of Israel, Haifa may not get as much press as Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, but it has a lot to offer to people on a gap year in Israel. Home to the famous Baha’i Gardens, modern restaurants, a cafe culture, and a hip, eco-friendly vibe make Haifa a great base for an Israel year.

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