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GAP SEMESTERS

Global Adventure Semester

Our Global Gap Semester programs offer a dynamic, pre-designed adventure filled with guided exploration and cultural immersion. You’ll travel to several countries, immerse yourself in diverse cultures, and engage in hands-on experiences that foster personal growth and discovery.

European Horizons

Live 12 weeks in Barcelona, Paris, and Rome. Blend language learning with curated cultural experiences and connect deeply with three of Europe’s most iconic cities.

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Costa Rica waterfall

Spanish in Motion

A 12-week Spanish immersion across Tamarindo, Málaga, and Barcelona. Build language skills while experiencing the diversity of Spanish-speaking cultures across two continents.

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East Asian Odyssey

Spend 12 weeks in Seoul and Tokyo. Explore K-pop, palaces, shrines, neon districts, and street food while learning the language and diving deep into Asian culture.

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The Globetrotter

A 12-week global adventure across Costa Rica, Rome, and Tokyo. Surf, explore ruins, and wander neon streets while learning languages and immersing in culture on three continents.

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City Immersion Semester

Single-Destination Semester

Settle into one of EF’s eleven global campuses for a full semester abroad. Deepen your language skills, build local friendships, and experience the rhythms of everyday life in a single city.

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Build your own adventure

The world is big and the possibilities are endless—and sometimes one semester abroad isn’t enough! Keep the good times rolling with back-to-back programs to create your own year-long adventure. Fill out the form below to connect with an EF Gap Year expert and start planning.

Liv. L

“I’ve grown so much, independence-wise. I went from someone who didn’t take public transit to being comfortable traveling by myself and navigating a whole new place.”

Brontë M.

“Having had this opportunity gave me more independence and confidence before I even got to school. I feel like it honestly gave me such a head start before all my peers.”

Graydon B.

“My gap has made me more capable of taking care of myself but most importantly it helped me sort out my future and expedited my personal growth and development.”

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