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Category: Gap Years

How Taking a Gap Year Abroad Changed My Life

Posted by Pluto G

Hello! I’m Pluto, a gap year student studying abroad in Seville, Spain, with CIEE. I’ve been in the country for a few months already, and I’m excited to share my...

The Importance of Career Exploration

Posted February 13, 2025, 10:00 am by Jodi Ireland

The American Student Assistance (ASA) conducted a series of surveys over several months on “How Gen Z Approaches Decision-Making.” Nearly 5,000 students between ages 13 and 20 shared feedback on how...

Why and How to Defer College Acceptance to Take a Gap Year

Posted February 23, 2024, 10:00 am by Jodi Ireland

You’ve taken and sent your SAT or ACT scores to your college choices, completed the applications, written the essays, and gotten confirmation that your letters of recommendation were received. A...

Creative Strategies for Funding Your Gap Year on a Budget

Posted November 21, 2024, 10:00 am by Jodi Ireland

Imagine exploring Thailand’s vibrant markets, immersing yourself in South Korea’s tech-savvy culture, basking on one of Australia’s stunning beaches, wandering the art museums of France, or discovering medieval castles in...

Alternatives to Taking the Traditional College Path

Posted February 6, 2025, 10:00 am by Jodi Ireland

Not everyone wants to head to college immediately after finishing high school. For some graduates, affordability is an issue, or school just isn’t their thing — and the thought of sitting in...

TeenLife’s Top 50 Gap Programs for 2025

Posted by TeenLife

Looking for the right gap program but not sure where to start? Check out TeenLife’s Top 50 Gap Programs for high school graduates (and those over 18). How Do We...

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