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What’s a “Shteiger” anyway?

Shtei•ger [noun]

Originating from the Yiddish term meaning "to rise" or "to ascend", “shteig" fittingly mirrors the journey and aspirations of all Shteigers during their year in Israel and beyond.

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Prep

An action-packed two-week summer program to prepare you for Israel

Attend DiscoverU

This famed program, with divisions for both boys and girls, sets you up for success in Israel.

Hosted at TheZone’s resort-style campus with sports, on-site activities, and trips of a lifetime!

Set yourself up for success in Israel with tools and inspiration, real-life gemara or learning skills, and an appetizer for the year ahead.

Meet people headed to the same seminaries and yeshivos as you!

Grow

You’re in Israel! Oorah’s many programs and stipends will help you maximize your year.

Learn with a TorahMate

A mentor and a friend

Weekly half-hour learning sessions on the topic of your choice.

Over the phone or even in person - gain a home away from home!

Bonus! Join your TorahMate for Shabbos meals and more.

Join ChillZone Jerusalem

Your Motzaei Shabbos chill

Learning, fun, and inspiration

Meet up with your friends weekly

Pizza, drinks, and activities

Attend ShabbaZones

Unforgettable Shabbos experiences

Uplifting and inspiring experiences with the Oorah family

Reconnect with friends, mentors, and fellow Shteigers

Great food and beautiful locations!

Shteig in Yeshiva and Seminary

Shteigers receive a $5,000 financial aid package to help make their year of growth both possible and incredible.

Financial Details

Join DiscoverU (pre-Israel)

$250 monthly, totaling $2500

Learn with a TorahMate

$625 quarterly, totaling $2500 (minimum 8 Torahmates sessions required per quarter)

Attend ShabbaZone

Participation required at this inspiring, fun, and uplifting weekend getaway!

Funding will be released directly to your yeshiva/seminary and is contingent upon participation in Shteigers sub-programs. Students who do not attend Discover U (pre Israel), do not actively participate in the TorahMates program, or fail to attend the Annual Shabbazone will not receive funding and may be terminated from the Shteigers program.