Gap experiences provide an alternative path to college and beyond.
Despite the name, it's not a gap.
This time will be full of new experiences and learning that contribute to your personal and professional growth.
How will I fill the gap?
That’s up to you! We are here to help you set goals and plan a meaningful gap experience.
Here are some common things people do during their gap experiences:
Learn a new language
Try new hobbies
Explore new places
Engage with new cultures
Spend time in nature
Volunteer
Live Independently
Work as an intern or apprentice
Step outside your comfort zone
Take a look at some sample gap itineraries to get an idea for what your experience could look like.
“Gap years can provide a host of new perspectives that inform how you see yourself, how you see the world, and evaluate what is and is not important in your life. They can give you the space away from the pressures of your home environment to learn how to be truly independent and experiment with new interests.”.
Deb Friedman Lesser, the Gap Year Guru
Who is a gap experience for?
All of those who are curious, open, self-aware, and have a desire to know themselves more fully-- no matter your age!
Students
Between High School and Undergrad
Before grad school
Deferring their acceptance to further education
Adults
Sabbatical
Rediscovering passions
Burnout recovery
Families
Creating shared experiences
Quality time
Life skills development
Ready to begin your journey?
Don't call it a dream. Call it a plan.
What is the outcome?
Meaningful gap experiences result in renewed direction in life, increased confidence, and a greater sense of purpose.
Life skills development
Increased Independence
Personal growth
Professional development
Cultural awareness
Discovery of passions & purpose
Recovery from burnout
“My daughter knew she wanted to take a bridge year to grow, stretch, and explore, and she definitely needed and wanted a guide in the process! Together they crafted an incredible year-long experiential program, blending my daughter's desire for cultural studies mixed with outdoor pursuits. When my daughter returned in May for her summer job, she was radiantly confident and settled inside of herself.”
– Ellie