Aardvark Israel
Vitals
- GYA Accredited Since: Unaccredited by the GYA. Please see the Standards for more information.
- COVID-19 Plans: In-person only
- Enrolling:
- App Deadline:
- Next Available Departure? Apr, 2025
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Mission Statement:
AARDVARK ISRAEL'S MISSION is to bring together in Israel a diverse group of students from all over the world for meaningful, life-changing experiences that strengthen their Jewish identity and connection to the worldwide Jewish People, deepen their commitment to Israel, and foster their personal growth.
The Goals of Aardvark Israel are for participants to:
* Love, advocate for, and contribute to Israel
*Love Judaism
*Strengthen their connection to the worldwide Jewish People
*Grow as a person and have fun in the process
- Level of Independence/Supervision (mouse-over for definition):
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Attachments
Program Locations
Typical Itinerary
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Morning: Classes or Chugim Afternoon: Internships / Add-Ons Evening: Apartment Activity | Morning: Hebrew Internships Afternoon: Internships Classes Evening: Activity (optional) | Siyur Day (Field Trip) Evening: Faces of Israel Program | Morning: Hebrew Internships Afternoon: Internships Classes Evening: Activity (Optional) | Morning: Internships Afternoon: Apartment Meeting Evening: Free Weekend with Optional Shabbaton | Free weekend | Free weekend |
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Peer Reviews
Program Details
- Program Starts: Fall, Winter, Spring
- Program Duration: Semester, Yearlong
- Program Cost: $12,740 Semester; $21,490 Year Program
- Program Financial Aid: Yes
- Other Financial Aid Details:
Needs-based scholarships are available. For more information about Masa Grants and Scholarships and other scholarship sources please check Masa's website: https://www.masaisrael.org/
Program Learning Outcomes
- Learn Life Skills
- Develop Independence
- Build Your Resume
- Live Like a Local
- Immerse Yourself into Israeli Society
- Engage in College Courses
- Explore Your Jewish Identity
- Strengthen Your Connection with Israel
Staff Training and Certification
High student to staff ratio - maximum 15 students per one counselor; All counselors have completed the Israeli Army or National Service; Counselors live in the same buildings where the students are housed; Senior Leadership of the program each have over 20 years experience operating gap year programs in Israel. The program was awarded the Masa Outstanding Education Award in 2019.