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Welcome to Young Judaea Year Course in Israel, the largest gap year program for recent high school graduates. Over the course of nine months, Year Course participants immerse themselves in all aspects of Israeli life and culture – learning Hebrew, interacting with their Israeli peers, developing an appreciation for their Jewish heritage and exploring Israel through a variety of volunteer placements. Accredited college-level courses, extensive travel, independent/group living are all available with so much more!

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  • YC alumni say:

    " We defied society and chose instead to spend a year immersing ourselves in a voyage through Israel. We only live life once, so thank you for helping me live it." - Naomi Berlin, Miami, FL

  • YC alumni say:

    “ It’s the things I no longer notice that made me realize I have become a part of Israeli society… After nine months, the Israeli lifestyle is part of our identity. ” - Charly Jaffe, La Jolla, CA

  • YC is:

    Young Judaea's Year Course in Israel is a 9-month program for recent high school graduates blending academic study, community living, volunteering, travel, and fun.