Where Israel Becomes Your Classroom
The Muss Israel Studies curriculum transforms Israel into an immersive educational experience. Students learn not only through books and lectures, but through direct engagement with historical sites in Israel, its people, history, and culture.
The Muss Israel Studies curriculum transforms Israel into an immersive educational experience. Students learn not only through books and lectures, but through direct engagement with historical sites in Israel, its people, history, and culture.
Experiential Learning Throughout Israel
Bring Education to Life
The Israel Studies curriculum combines traditional classroom learning with practical application. Student walk in the footsteps of history and interact with their studies that goes beyond any textbook. From archaeological sites to high-tech innovation, Israel is not just the setting. It is the foundation of understanding.
Learn thousands of years of Jewish history
Engage with modern Israeli society
Explore the diverse regions of Israel
Learn about the geography of the land and its influence
Examine complex politics of the surrounding region
Discover anthropology with archeological breakthroughs
Learn about personal identity and the identity of the people of Israel
Embrace global citizenship and culture
Challenge Your Perspective
Critical Thinking and Complex Conversations
The Israel Studies faculty is experienced in diplomacy and conflict resolution. Students are encouraged to ask meaningful questions, explore new ideas, encounter multiple perspectives, and engage thoughtfully with complexity.
For any given trip, students travel under the supervision of Muss staff to ensure safety and security for the students no matter where in the county they are.
See Israel Through Their Eyes
From classroom learning to desert hikes, discover what learning in Israel is really like by the students living it.
Lucy
2026 Spring Semester
Einav
2026 Spring Semester
Lucy
2026 Spring Semester
Einav
2026 Spring Semester
Learning about the history of my people and then walking in their footsteps is the most incredible experience.
Lucy
2026 Spring Semester
Israel as a Living Classroom
Students learn beyond the textbook, studying history where it happened and seeing current events unfold. This experiential model of education, which has a proven history of success for over 50 years, strengthens academic confidence, leadership, and college readiness. Explore potential travel locations incorporated into the Israel Studies curriculum. Specific trips vary by program.
Tzfat
Explore magic and mysticism. See the beautiful ancient city and learn about Sephardic Jewry.
Galilee
Discover the beauty of nature. Visit the Sea of Galilee and learn about pioneers of early Zionism.
The Golan
Explore the history, geography, and challenges facing northern Israel.