Gap Year Explorer Information

What is a Gap Year? A gap year looks different during this Era of Covid-19. Of course, international travel is not recommended or even possible at this time. But, there are other options nationally and locally in your home town! We can help you find opportunities that meet your interests and needs. A gap year is when a student takes a year off from his or her studies after high school or during the college years. It usually includes volunteer or work experiences abroad. The purpose of a gap year is for the student to take some time to gain life experience and insight into one's interests and abilities. The concept of the gap year is gaining momentum within the US, given the changing landscape and attitudes within higher education. These days it is key for students to have a clear vision for their life's work. Otherwise, a great deal of money and time can be poorly spent. Who is Gap Year Explorer? Gap Year Explorer is an advisory service to assist you in planning a meaningful gap year. We take a more integrative approach to the gap year experience. It is not all about traveling abroad to visit new lands and cultures. Of course that is part of it, but we want to help you to hone in on your true interests and capabilities. We are about building a year of experiences, customized just for you. This can include working and volunteering in your own community or interning locally in a career area you want to explore. It may also include working to save money for an overseas or national destination. There should also be time built into your gap year for applying to colleges if you have not yet done so. We are able to recommend volunteer programs that are much more affordable than many of the gap year organizations out there. Gap year experiences abroad need not cost the same a a year in college! It is optimal that your gap year be broken up into thirds or even fourths. This way, you get a well-rounded experience that will inform your inner compass" to point you in a career direction that is right for YOU. Gap Year ...