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Reform Semester in Israel for College Students

Your Semester - Your Israel - Your Experience

The best of both worlds- Reform Semester in Israel provides all of the benefits that come with being a student at a major Israeli university, and the opportunity to encounter Israel in a uniquely Reform way!

The Reform Semester in Israel (RSI) is a supplement to your spring semester in Israel. The only college-level program combining academics at top Israeli universities, travel opportunities within Israel and abroad and a unique Reform Jewish experience. RSI enhances your life in Israel with study, travel and community.

Only RSI can provide:

  • A creative and supportive community of Reform Jews studying abroad in Israel.
  • Special field trips and Reform Shabbat experiences.
  • Introductions to Reform families in Israel who open their homes to you for Shabbat and other holiday celebrations.
  • Opportunities to volunteer throughout Israel and to make a difference by participating in service projects in the Progressive Jewish community.
  • The benefit of the Reform Movement’s 50 years of Israel experience.