Is a gap program after high school right for you? Parents, teens, and educators can't say enough about the benefits of taking a gap year before college. Study abroad gap years are common, but work experience programs and gap years in America are growing in popularity. A life-changing gap year experience can be the answer for a teen who asks, "What should I do after high school?" Learning a new language, volunteering in another country, earning college credit while studying abroad, and more—there are hundreds of gap year programs for teens out there.
So, with all the gap year options for teens out there, how do you choose a gap year program? You’ll need to narrow down the choices in teen gap year programs by deciding what you want from the program. If you’re looking for gap year traveling programs, you’ll have different requirements than if you want a volunteering gap year program.
If earning college credit from a study abroad gap year program, you should ensure that the credits can transfer to the college, university, or other institution if you plan to attend one in the future. Look for accredited gap year programs to make this an easier process.
Not all gap year programs actually last an academic year. Students can choose to attend a summer or semester gap year program designed for students 18 and over.
With so many programs out there, do your research to find the best gap year program for you. Gap year alumni are among the best references!
Ready to build self-confidence, problem-solving skills, and a global perspective? With Gap at CET, get top-tier language instruction and take your skills in Arabic, Chinese, ... (more)
Are you ready for a year of discipleship through adventure?! Journey is an 8-month gap year internship for young adults ages 18-26 located in Montana. ... (more)
Global Citizen Academy is a first-of-its-kind leadership experience equipping diverse high school grads worldwide with powerful and practical skills for a lifetime of social impact. ... (more)
Your request will be sent directly to
Dom Billins,
Senior Volunteer Recruitment & Partnerships Officer,
at
Raleigh International.
EF Gap Year is a customizable 25-week program that helps students become citizens of the world and prepare them for success in a global career. ... (more)
Carpe Diem Education offers expertly designed semester and year-long gap programs in Italy & Greece, Spain & Morocco, the South Pacific, Central America, South America, ... (more)
Your request will be sent directly to
Sidney Setzer
at
SOAR, Inc..
The GAP Year at SOAR is designed for young adults with ADHD and LD (learning disabilities) and specializes in a unique combination of independence, adventure, ... (more)
We create inclusive communities and schools that recognize and develop the unique gifts and capacities of each individual through artistic expression, sustainable agriculture, and a ... (more)
Mente Argentina's Academic Semester Program was designed for those students who would like to Study for a Semester or Year in an Argentine university and ... (more)
Seville Abroad gives high school students and graduates the opportunity to spend a year in Spain, living with a host family, and attending a Spanish ... (more)
Your request will be sent directly to
Ruth Cooper,
Registrar,
at
Campus Oxford.
Established in 1988, the prestigious Oxford Gap Year is a unique study and cultural immersion program set in the historic university city of Oxford, UK. ... (more)
Montana Spring Roundup program provides students with an educational and professional leg up as well as a fun and fulfilling alternative to virtual classrooms. Based ... (more)
Your request will be sent directly to
Popi Triantafyllidou,
Strategic Planning Director,
at
College Year in Athens (CYA).
This program explores the relationship between ancient Greek and modern-day practices via hands-on, experiential learning through excavating at Voula, Lab-work, engagement with new technologies, creating ... (more)
Your request will be sent directly to
Emily Mills,
Admissions Coordinator,
at
The School of The New York Times.
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