Fly to Boston, where you’ll meet your cohort for Orientation at EF’s North American Headquarters. This is your chance to bond with your cohort of fellow Gappers, learn about important topics, and get excited for the semester ahead.

Start your EF Gap Year by getting to know four incredible European cities from an insider’s perspective: London, Amsterdam, Paris, and Barcelona. Gain cultural literacy and check iconic destinations off of your bucket list.

Take an immersive language course at a fully-accredited EF Language School in the city of your choice. Study Spanish, Italian, French, German, Korean, or Japanese.

Collaborate with local social enterprises to support community efforts in the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Peru, or Thailand. Be a force for good in the world and explore ways to make a real social impact.

Head home for the holidays, recount the adventures from your first term and rest. If you’re interested in adding more travel, you may want to consider joining us for one of our Short Term programs departing in January.

Set off on the ultimate road trip in the middle of your gap year: a three-week immersion Down Under. This Oceania adventure is a perfect balance of action and free time.

Live independently and navigate the nuances of global business culture in the modern city of Stockholm, Sweden. You’ll be placed with a respected organization and mentored by professionals at your internship.

Reunite with your cohort to attend a transformative series of activities, reflections, and workshops. Reflect on your experiences over the past six months and return home with a post-gap plan for success, feeling ready for the next chapter in your story.