About the Formal Education Program

The Iranian American Jewish Federation (IAJF) Formal Education program allows soldiers who were previously unable to attain a high school degree to pursue an educational equivalent while serving their country. Together with IAJF, the official sponsors of the program, FIDF seeks to increase opportunities for these soldiers to reenter civilian life on an even footing with their peers. In 2015, FIDF added the “Bagrut” Matriculation Certificate Course to the IAJF Formal Education program, which prepares soldiers for their high school matriculation exams, a prerequisite for higher education in Israel. Completing these exams is the first step towards building a better life upon release from the military.