--- title: Kibbutz Ulpan: Five Months of Hebrew on a Kibbutz | Studyil description: Kibbutz Ulpan: five months of Hebrew while living and working on a kibbutz. Ages, cost ($7,000), Masa grants up to 50%, the Tzuba internship option and how olim join. canonical: https://studyil.com/ulpan/kibbutz-ulpan/five-month-program/ last-updated: 2026-11-09 --- # Kibbutz Ulpan **Kibbutz Ulpan** Kibbutzim across Israel Sde Eliyahu, Ma’agan Michael, Etzion Tzuba and Ein Hashofet The short answer A five-month Hebrew program where you live on a kibbutz, study Hebrew 18 to 24 hours a week and work alongside kibbutz members. It costs $7,000 including housing and meals ($7,500 at Kibbutz Etzion Tzuba, which adds internships), and Masa grants can cover up to half for eligible participants aged 18–35. New olim can join within a year of aliyah by applying through the Jewish Agency. Olim: Open to new olim ✓ Masa: Up to 50% Checked against Kibbutz Ulpan’s official pages, September 2026 Independent listing At a glance Masa program **Format** Residential Study and work **Length** 5 months 155 days **Ages** 18–35 Tzuba: 22–35 with a degree **Where** 4 kibbutzim Across Israel **Cost** $7,000 Housing and meals included **Next start** 28 Oct 2026 At Etzion Tzuba Check my funding → ~ **Olim benefit Open to new olim** New olim can join within a year of aliyah, applying through the Jewish Agency. – **Government funding Not listed** The ulpan is recognized by the Ministry of Education, but no funding is listed. ✓ **Masa grant Up to 50%** A Masa grant may cover up to half the cost for eligible participants. Overview ## What is Kibbutz Ulpan? Kibbutz Ulpan combines Hebrew study with kibbutz life. Classes of 20 to 25 students meet 18 to 24 academic hours a week, and you work up to 24 hours a week wherever the kibbutz needs help, from gardens and dairies to kitchens and kindergartens. The program includes lectures on Israel and Judaism, seminars and guided trips, and it’s recognized by the Ministry of Education, with a certificate at the end. Tourists and new olim study together. ### ✓ A good fit if you… - Are 18–35 and want to learn Hebrew while living in Israel - Are thinking about aliyah and want to try Israeli life first - Don’t mind physical work and like community life - Can use a Masa grant to cut the cost ###! Think twice if you… - Have children. It’s for single people or couples without children. - Want career experience rather than kibbutz work. Look at the Etzion Tzuba internship track. - Want a part-time course in a city. See the online or urban ulpanim. How it works ## How it works. A week of study and work, the trips, and the choice of kibbutz. Every week ### Study and work **Hebrew** 18–24 academic hours a week in classes of 20–25. Most kibbutzim teach the first two levels; some go up to four. **Work** Up to 24 hours a week wherever the kibbutz needs help, rotated when possible. Throughout ### Trips, lectures and kibbutz life Lectures on Israel and Judaism, one-day seminars on current events, and 3–4 guided tours per ulpan. You join kibbutz holidays and activities. Choose ### Pick your kibbutz The kibbutzim differ in size, location and character; the program is the same. Sde Eliyahu Ma’agan Michael Etzion Tzuba Ein Hashofet Tzuba option ### Internships near Jerusalem At Kibbutz Etzion Tzuba, for 22–35-year-olds with a degree or professional diploma, you study three days a week and can take an internship near Jerusalem instead of kibbutz work. Internship placement costs extra. **Certificate** Recognized by the Ministry of Education’s adult education department. **Medical insurance** Included for the whole program. **Housing and meals** Included in the fee. **Mixed groups** Tourists and new olim learn side by side. Funding ## Funding and olim benefits. Most participants cut the cost with a Masa grant. **Masa grant** Based on country, program, age and need. Apply to Masa at the same time as the program; the grant is paid to the program, not to you. **New olim** Apply through the Jewish Agency within a year of aliyah, not through the program’s own site. Paying for Hebrew after your free ulpan? See [the ulpan voucher for olim](https://studyil.com/ulpan/ulpan-voucher/) — who qualifies, what it is worth and which ulpanim accept it. A guide, not a ruling. Confirm your eligibility with the provider and the relevant ministry or funding body before you pay. Costs ## What it costs. As published by Kibbutz Ulpan. Prices can change. **Program fee** Five months, including classes, housing, meals, tours and activities. $7,000 **Kibbutz Etzion Tzuba** With the internship option. $7,500 **Masa grant** May cover up to half for eligible participants. Up to 50% off **Not included** Flights, airport transfers and personal spending. Extra *!* **Apply to Masa early.** Kibbutz Ulpan recommends applying for the grant as early as you can, alongside your program application, because processing takes time. How to join ## How to get started. *✓* **Age 18–35** Tzuba accepts 22–35 with a college degree or professional diploma. *✓* **Health** Good physical and mental health, and all medical information disclosed. *✓* **Family** Single, or married without children. *✓* **Status** Tourists apply through Kibbutz Ulpan. New olim apply through the Jewish Agency within a year of aliyah. - **Pick a kibbutz** Compare start dates and locations. - **Apply** Through Kibbutz Ulpan, or the Jewish Agency if you’re an oleh. - **Apply to Masa** At the same time, if you’re eligible. - **Arrive** Up to two or three days before the start. FAQ ## Questions about this program. ### ### How much does Kibbutz Ulpan cost? $7,000 for five months at most kibbutzim, and $7,500 at Kibbutz Etzion Tzuba. That includes classes, housing, meals and trips. A Masa grant may cover up to half. ### ### How long is Kibbutz Ulpan? Five months, 155 days. ### ### Can new olim join? Yes, within a year of aliyah, but they apply through the Jewish Agency rather than the program’s website. ### ### Do you have to work? Yes. You work up to 24 hours a week on the kibbutz, except at Etzion Tzuba, where you can take an internship instead. ### ### Who can apply? People aged 18–35 who are single or married without children and in good health. Etzion Tzuba takes 22–35-year-olds with a degree or professional diploma. Compare ## Other programs to consider. Ulpan ### Ulpan Aleph (state ulpan) Ministry of Aliyah and Integration · Free for olim *Read the guide →* Ulpan ### Subsidized Hebrew for olim Ulpan La-Inyan · Up to ₪200 for olim *Read the guide →* Ulpan ### Hebrew Ulpan (TAU International) Tel Aviv University · $1,400–1,700 *Read the guide →* Ulpan ### Conversational Hebrew (live online) Citizen Café · Price on request *Read the guide →* [See all ulpan →](https://studyil.com/programs/?type=hebrew) ### Sources - [Kibbutz Ulpan: about the program](https://kibbutzulpan.org/about_program/) - [Kibbutz Ulpan: Masa grants](https://kibbutzulpan.org/grants/) - [Kibbutz Ulpan: Etzion Tzuba](https://kibbutzulpan.org/kibbutz-ulpan-etzion-tzuba/) Got it ### You’re all set. One of our advisors will be in touch shortly. Nothing to wait for in the meantime — here is your breakdown. A guide, not a ruling. Confirm the figures with the institution before you pay. Free, with no obligation to apply Your olim funding checked for this program You choose who contacts you [Or view the official page ↗](https://kibbutzulpan.org/about_program/) ## Not sure it’s the right program? Answer three questions and we’ll match you with English-taught options across Israel, with your olim funding on each. [Get matched →](https://studyil.com/#match) --- Source: https://studyil.com/ulpan/kibbutz-ulpan/five-month-program/ · Published by Studyil. Cite as "Studyil" with a link to the page.