Program Fees

EF Gap Year program value and pricing.

An investment in the future

By entering college more socially and academically prepared, gap year students are less likely to change their majors, more likely to graduate faster than their peers, and have higher GPAs on average.1, 2

Our gap year programs are designed with outcomes in mind that make for happy and successful adults. Through your EF Gap Year, you’ll develop better habits, time management skills, and independence by navigating the world on your own.


1. Recent survey conducted by the American Gap Association
2. Recent Middlebury College/UNC Chapel Hill study

Program Cost

Your EF Gap Year Consultant can help you choose the right program for your needs:

  • EF Gap Year starts at:
    $34,700

  • EF Gap Semester programs start at:
    $18,500

  • 8-week Costa Rica Immersion starts at:
    $12,500

  • Summer programs start at:
    $7,500

Included in Program Fees

Your gap year program fee includes everything you need to have a successful gap.

  • Airfare & transportation

    Round-trip flights and local transfers to each stop in your itinerary

  • Room & board

    Your accommodations and some of your meals on the trip

  • Classes & activities

    Language classes, service projects, and excursions led by local guides

  • Global support network

    One-on-one mentorship and travel support before and during your program



Please note: All destinations and program inclusions are subject to availability and group size. Additional fees apply in select destinations in Latin America, Africa, and Asia. Passport and visa fees are the responsibility of the participant, which can be up to $200 in some locations.

Scholarships & Fellowships

EF Gap Year awards up to $50,000 each year in merit-based scholarships and fellowships to qualified students enrolled on a gap program to help offset the cost of the program.

These fundraising opportunities include:

  • Global Citizens Scholarships: Awarded to students who show great enthusiasm, aptitude, and commitment for learning and growing in a global community.
  • Global Influencer Fellowships: Recipients of the Global Influencer Fellowship are natural storytellers. As an EF Gap Year Fellow you will share your experiences during the time you are abroad via various online and social media platforms.
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My gap semester made me a more confident person. With my new confidence and leadership skills, I feel more ready and mature when it comes to entering college in the fall.

David A., EF Gap Semester Fall '19 Harvard University '24

I would recommend EF Gap Year to anyone ages 18-22 because I think those are years when your main goal should be to learn about yourself and the world. Now that I’m entering college, I feel like I have the upper hand: I feel more prepared mentally and more focused. I know what I want wholeheartedly and I’m excited to work to achieve that.

Sara S., EF Gap Semester Fall '19
Risk-free cancellation means you can book with confidence.

Thinking about traveling in the coming year? Our flexible booking policies and risk-free cancellation options mean that you can book your gap experience with confidence. For more details, speak to one of our EF Gap Year Advisors, or see our full booking conditions here.

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