Israel Experience Program

 

The Israel Experience Program (IEP) offered by Hebrew Theological College enables a student to spend a year of intensive study in an Israeli yeshiva or seminary while earning college credit. Most students find the year in Israel a challenging and enriching experience that serves as a guide in developing a lifestyle consonant with Torah values.
Through agreements with selected Israeli institutions representing a wide range of yeshivot and seminaries, Hebrew Theological College can assist in some of the details involved in planning a year-long stay. And by providing academic advising and counseling to students before and after their year in Israel, the College can help students ensure that they receive maximum benefit in Torah achievement as well as attain additional educational goals both in Israel and upon their return.

 

Programs


Each student attends the Israeli institution most suited to his/her background and needs. By design, Hebrew Theological College has established its program at a wide range of institutions. A detailed list of institutions with which the College has agreements is part of the IEP brochure, available for download below.

 

Admission Procedures


The applicant will apply to Hebrew Theological College for acceptance to the Israel Experience Program prior to the semester for which enrollment is desired. As part of the admissions process, the student will discuss with HTC counselors the Israeli institution selected by the student as well as the role of the Israel Experience Program in the student’s long-range academic plan. Upon acceptance, the student is then enrolled in the Hebrew Theological College Israel Experience Program and is recognized as such by the Israeli institution. The deadline for applying for admission to HTC’s Israel Experience Program is March 31.

 

Finances


Tuition and fees are paid directly to the Israeli institution and are the responsibility of the student. Students who may be eligible for government financial aid may also apply to the HTC Office of Financial Aid for assistance. Hebrew Theological College charges a one-time fee to cover administrative costs connected with the Israel Experience Program, a portion of which may be used as a tuition credit when the student returns to HTC. Please review the current Israel Experience Program brochure for details.

 

IEP Downloads (PDF Format) 


1. Click here for the Men's IEP Brochure (includes listing of participating Israeli Institutions).

2. Click here for the Women's IEP Brochure (includes listing of participating Israeli Institutions). 

3. Click here for Procedures for Registration

4. Click here for the Application for Admission

5. Click here for the Recommendation Form

6. Click here for the Medical Form

7. Click here for information about how to apply for Government Financial Aid