Moody in Israel | J-Term 2026 | UNDERGRAD

THIS PROGRAM TAB FEATURES CLASSES AND PRICING OFFERED ONLY TO MOODY BIBLE INSTITUTE UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS. If you are an MTS Graduate student, please apply for Moody in Israel | MTS GRAD program in the tab below.

Please be aware that all program offerings are based on sufficient student enrollment and travel location safety.

Program offering is subject to internal approval, minimum enrollment, and ongoing evaluation of local conditions, including enhanced health and safety reviews.

About the Program

Embark on a transformative journey through the land of Israel and earn academic credit along the way! This immersive biblical tour invites you to walk in the footsteps of Jesus in Jerusalem, experience a night in a Bedouin community complete with a camel ride, float in the waters of the Dead Sea, and sail across the serene Sea of Galilee. Let Scripture come alive as you explore the very places where biblical history unfolded.

Dates

Moody in Israel runs from January 2nd, 2026 - January 17th, 2026. Please refer to the schedule included in the informational flyer under Quicklinks.

Courses Offered

Students may choose one of the following courses to take during the program. You can still participate in the program even if you are not taking a course for credit.

Costs

The cost of Moody in Israel is approximately $5950 - $6250 (WITH GROUP AIRFARE) OR $4650 -$4950 (WITHOUT GROUP AIRFARE)

Program cost includes tour, site admissions, accommodations, medical insurance, most meals & AIRFARE.

PLEASE NOTE: Off Campus, Online, Aviation & Non-degree students are required to pay any tuition fees associated with the course they are taking in addition to the program cost.

The payment for all fees is due January 1^st 2026 and will be charged to your student account. Payment plans and loan options are also available.

Requirements for Preliminary Acceptance

• Online Application
• APPLICATIONS WILL OPEN: Apirl 16th, 2025
• Click the APPLY NOW button on the right 
• APPLICATION DEADLINE: All applications must be received by September 19th, 2025.
• Spots are secured on a first come, first served basis. Once a program is full, any additional students wanting to participate in the program will be placed on a waiting list.
• GPA Requirements
• Students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA to study abroad. Students on academic probation are not eligible to study abroad.
• Disciplinary Background
• Students cannot be on disciplinary probation at the time of application or at the time the student studies abroad. 
• Care & Concern Check (Part 1)
  • The Student Life office will identify students on disciplinary probation.
  • If the Title IX office is aware of any students who have applied for the same program who have no contact orders, students who are under Title IX sanctions, or students who have a pending matter with the Title IX office that may interfere with theirs or other’s trip experience the Title IX office can offer a recommendation for how to proceed with applicant approval.
• All study abroad participants’ names will be screened by the Student Life & Title IX office.

Requirements for Official Acceptance

• Deposit
• A $500 deposit that counts toward your program cost must be received after application is submitted. If a deposit is not submitted you will not be officially accepted to the program.
• For information on how to pay the deposit, reference these instructions.
• Picture of Valid Passport
• Please e-mail the first page of your valid passport to studyabroad@moody.edu
• Passports must be valid for six months after your return date. Therefore, any passports expiring before July 17th, 2026, will need to be renewed. If you are currently renewing your passport or ordering a new passport you are still eligible as long as your passport is received before program departure, but this must be communicated with the study abroad office when applying.

Requirements after Official Acceptance

• Care & Concern Check (Part 2)
• All study abroad participants require a care & concern check through the Student Life office & Title IX office with input from Health Service, Counselling Services & the Student Resource Center as appropriate. The purpose of this check is to ensure that student needs are identified and supported/accommodated adequately.
• Travel Registry
• All students must register their travel with Moody's travel registry. Once accepted to a program students will be added to the registry and will need to complete their profile and complete all assigned tasks here.  
• Student Account in Good Standing
• Students cannot have any holds on their financial account at the time of enrollment in study abroad courses. 
• Visa
• US Citizens do not need a visa to enter Israel. If you are an international student, we can look at visa requirements for your passport issuing country.
• Attendance of all Pre-Trip Orientation Sessions
• Attendance at all pre-trip orientation sessions is required for participation. Make-up sessions will be granted to students who cannot attend due to conflicts such as PCM weekly ministry, work or class. These orientation sessions will be hosted on Teams.