FINANCIAL AID

URJ Heller High is a once in a lifetime experience. We are committed to helping teens and their families afford to be a part of this outstanding program and will work with you and help as much as we can to overcome any financial obstacles.  

We are deeply indebted to our many donor families whose generosity has made it possible for hundreds and hundreds of high school students to have this extraordinary immersive experience in Israel.

We are deeply grateful to our many donor families whose generosity has enabled hundreds of high school students to have this extraordinary immersive experience in Israel.

As part of our collaboration with Alexander Muss High School in Israel (AMHSI), need-based scholarship requests are processed through AMHSI. To apply for a Heller High scholarship, you must register and begin a fundraising campaign with Dream Israel. Please inform us when you apply for a Heller High scholarship via AMHSI so we can assist you throughout the process.

Additional Financial Aid Resources:

  • Your Community: Rabbis, synagogues, men’s clubs, and sisterhoods often provide scholarships for programs to Israel. Some synagogues offer scholarships to the grandchildren of congregants, regardless of where they live.

  • Stipends: Applicants may receive stipends in advance of their trip to Israel in exchange for a commitment to work in their local synagogue, Hebrew school, or youth program upon their return. Contact your rabbi or youth director for more information.

  • Dream Israel: By fundraising for a Jewish National Fund project in Israel, you can receive up to $7,500 in grants toward Heller High tuition. Select Heller High as your trip provider, choose your Jewish National Fund-USA project, meet your fundraising goal, and receive your grant.

  • Local Jewish Federations and Community Foundations: These organizations often provide scholarships and/or matching grants for programs in Israel. Check with your local federation or foundation for opportunities.

    • Washington State residents can apply through the Samis Foundation

    • Chicago Area residents can apply through Jewish United Fund

    • For other regions, check directly with your federation or contact us for help identifying potential sources

  • Plant Your Way to Israel: The Jewish National Fund offers a unique opportunity to earn money for your Israel-trip expenses by selling trees.

  • Local Jewish Federation: Check if you have funds set aside in Passport-to-Israel or SKIP type programs.

We are here to help you explore all available financial aid options to make your Heller High experience possible. 

Applying for a scholarship? Make sure to let us know so we can support this process.