Partners - Ohrsom Student

Ohrsom Student have been running the most incredible GAP year programmes for students from South Africa & Australia. Over the past 8 years hundreds of young Jews have started their life journey on an Ohrsom Gap year experience. "The GAP" programme is built and run in conjunction with the incredible team at Ohrsom.

THE GAP is a holistic, transformative gap year program combining all the elements a student finishing high-school could ask for. Based in the heart of Jerusalem, THE GAP offers the perfect blend of personal growth, skill-building, Dynamic-Jewish-learning, and real-world experience. With international trips to India and South Africa, high-end internships, and skill-based experiences, THE GAP will deepen your Jewish identity and equip you for life.

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1. Who is this programme for?

THE GAP is for Jewish students aged 18-19 who have finished high school and want a

dynamic, meaningful gap year experience that combines Jewish learning, travel, and

professional growth.

2. What are the dates of the programme?

The program runs from September until May, offering 9 months of immersive learning,

travel, and internships.

3. Where will we live?

You’ll live in modern, fully-furnished apartments in the center of Jerusalem, close to cultural

sites, shopping, and the Old City.

4. What kind of trips are included?

• A 3-week trip to India: Experience the beauty and rich

culture of India, while engaging in volunteering projects

and cultural immersion.

• A 2-week trip to South Africa: Visit Jewish communities, see

natural wonders, and participate in meaningful volunteer work.

• Adventure and Heritage trips across Israel: Explore the

beauty of the land, as well as key historical and cultural sites

throughout Israel.

5. Are internships included?

Yes! THE GAP offers top-tier internships through J-internship, Israel’s largest facilitator of

internships, ensuring you get placements with leading companies. Our contacts through FJL

(Forum for Jewish Leadership) further enhance these opportunities, whether you’re interested

in venture capital, startups, politics, or high tech.

6. How much does the programme cost & are subsidies available?

The full cost of the programme is split into 2 elements:

The Israel Part: £19,500
The International Travel: £7,000

There is a non-refundable registration fee of £1,000 to be paid by all applicants.

All applicants who are offered a place are automatically awarded a £5,500 scholarship towards the International Travel element. Early bird applications (if received before February 1st 2025) are entitled to a further £1,500 discount.

Further bursaries are available from MASA, and UJIA that can reduce the overall price to a minimum of £10,000.

7. Is this programme supported by the UJIA

YES!

The GAP participants from the UK are eligible to access UJIA’s “Access Israel Fund” support for financial assistance. There are two types of assistance available:

1. “Needs-based bursaries” that are aimed at financial inclusion. Please note UJIA “needs-based bursaries” are restricted to families where gross household income is lower than £100,000. Reach out in confidence to the GAP team for further details and the application form. To apply for this click here: https://ujia.org/experiencing-israel/gap-year-programmes/
2. “Merit-based scholarships” that are aimed at investing in future leaders. More info here: https://ujia.org/gap-year-scholars/