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Three program lengths to choose from
With year, semester, and short-term programs, there's an EF Gap experience for everyone.
Choosing their own adventure
With more than a dozen destinations to pick from, the combinations are nearly endless. Crafting the perfect experience is easy with the help of EF Gap Consultants who help your family create the perfect itinerary for your student.
Europe
See Europe like never before. Eat the best tapas, bike the most beautiful canals, and find the perfect angle for staring down the Mona Lisa.
Australia and New Zealand
The jet lag is always worth it. Soak up the sun in Sydney, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, and gaze in awe at New Zealand's natural beauty.
Latin America
Head south to experience it all. Zip-line through the Costa Rican rainforest, eat the freshest fruit in the Dominican Republic, and make an impact.
Asia
Buckle in for a far-flung adventure. Sing your heart out at karaoke in Tokyo, care for elephants at a sanctuary in Thailand, and see Seoul for yourself.
Frequently asked questions
Whether everyone in your family has taken a gap year or you just found out it’s an option for your student, you probably have questions about gap years.
We’ve heard them all, so we’ve compiled some of the questions we receive most often for you here. Our team is also available to answer any questions you have here.
Yes! According to the Gap Year Association, 90% of students who took a gap year returned to college within a year.3 Some students embark on our program with college acceptances under their belts, while others apply to college while on the program.
Our year-long program includes an optional 3-day intensive College Application Seminar, during which students work with professional advisors to craft top-tier college applications and essays.
3 Recent survey conducted by Karl Haigler and Rae Nelson for their book The Gap Year Advantage
You can let your loved ones know that your child is spending a summer, semester, or year traveling the world, improving their professional and language skills, and preparing for the rest of their lives.
Students have been on the same track since Pre-K—it’s healthy and exciting for them to explore their interests outside of the classroom. This article does an amazing job of explaining the purpose of a gap year.
Any perceived stigma about taking a gap year is probably due to lack of information about the concept. We’re happy to help you put together more resources for you.
The safety of our students is our top priority. We have outlined everything we’re doing to we’re doing to ensure safe travels this year here. With more than 50,000 staff members and 600 offices and schools around the world, we’re able to offer unparalleled international support 24/7.
Each EF Gap Year student is paired with a dedicated Gap Year Advisor who will be a mentor, emergency contact, and main support person throughout your program experience. Always an email, text, or quick phone call away, your student’s advisor is there for your family whenever you need.
Watch our “Being A Gap Year Parent” to learn everything you need to know about our programs in under an hour.
This webinar provides parents with information about our programs and strategies for supporting their children on this path to personal growth and leadership.
It’s essential that parents informed about the ways a gap year can change their students’ lives personally, academically, and professionally.
Your gap year program fee includes everything your student needs to have a successful gap, including:
Round-trip flights and local transfers to each stop in your itinerary
Accommodations and some meals on the trip
Language classes, service projects, and excursions led by local guides
One-on-one mentorship and travel support before and during your program
Program fees start at 6,900 for our short-term programs, 17,500 for our semester programs, and 38,500 for our year-long programs.
Next steps
Taking a gap year before or during college is an incredibly worthwhile experience. It can also be a complex decision. We strongly recommend speaking with someone on our team who can help determine which program or destinations are right for your family.
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