Tuition & Financial Aid
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Your Guide to Financial Programs and Opportunities for Funding Assistance
The AMHSI-JNF tuition fees cover the academic program, field trips, entrance fees, ground transportation, room and board, basic medical insurance, registration, and campus service fees (books and materials, on-campus health care, internet access, student dorm activities, and laundry services).
Early Bird rate expires 6 months prior to
Be sure to lock in rates for sessions not listed.
Ask about our special discounted tuition for siblings and children of alumni.
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Academic Year 2019 - 2020
| Session | Departure Date | Return Date | Early Bird | Tuition | Session Type |
| Dec. 2019 | Dec. 3 | January 2 | $9,980* | $11,500 | Mini-mester |
| Spring 2020 | January 26 | May 27 | $18,800* | $21,800 | Semester |
| Feb. 2020 | January 28 | March 24 | $9,980* | $11,500 | Mini-mester |
April 2020 | April 20 | June 16 | $9,980* | $11,500 | Mini-mester |
Summer 2020
| Session | Departure Date | Return Date | Early Bird | Tuition | Session Type |
| Summer Session 1 | June 15 | July 29 | $8,500 | $9,000 | Summer |
| Summer Session 2 | June 29 | August 12 | $8,500 | $9,000 | Summer |
| Roots Israel | July 7 | July 27 | $3,750 | $4,250 | Roots Israel |
Fall/Winter 2020
| Session | Departure Date | Return Date | Early Bird | Tuition | Session Type |
| Fall 2020 | August 23 | Dec. 21 | $18,800 | $21,800 | Semester |
| Oct. 2020 | Sept. 30 | Nov. 24 | $9,980 | $11,500 | Mini-mester |
| Dec. 2020 | Dec. 1 | January 26 | $9,980 | $11,500 | Mini-mester |
Special rates available for October and December sessions.
Special rates available for October and December sessions.
Generous Need-Based Financial Aid is available that may cover up to 50% of tuition.
All sessions require a $500 deposit that is refundable up to 6 months prior to departure.
Domestic and international airfare between the United States and Israel not included.
Financial Aid
AMHSI-JNF offers need-based financial aid. Find our FACTS application, and submit no later than 90 days prior to departure. All AMHSI-JNF financial aid recipients will be required to participate in future recruitment efforts.
Payment Plan
Payment in full is required four weeks prior to departure. The deposit and first installment payment should be paid as directed. While there is no official AMHSI-JNF payment plan for the balance of the tuition, we are happy to receive a series of payments from families who would prefer to break down and spread out financial disbursements prior to the date due.
Plant Your Way to Israel
Students can raise funds through
Plant Your Way to Israel! from Jewish National Fund on Vimeo.
Sallie Mae
AMHSI-JNF has established a relationship with Sallie Mae, and our programs qualify for their K-12 Family Education Loan. The K-12 Family Education Loan gives you an effective way to pay for your student's private education beyond financial aid, personal savings, or traditional payment plans. Visit Sallie Mae online and apply with school code 609501-00.
Hebrew Free Loans
The International Association of Hebrew Free Loans (IAHFL) is an umbrella organization for Hebrew Free Loan societies and organizations that offer interest-free loans. Each member organization in North America has its own rules regarding such things as who may borrow, the maximum loan amount, and the repayment process. However, all offer loans without interest. Loan programs meet a range of different needs and may include loans for education, emergencies, developing small businesses, healthcare
Regional Scholarships
Your local Director of Admissions can help secure funding from local Federations, synagogues, and the like. Additionally, nearly 70 regional scholarships are available.
Jewish Communal Professionals
Generous financial aid available for Jewish Communal Professionals.