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Tag: gap years

3 Adventurous Gap Year Programs to Consider

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Founder, Moon Prep

Gap years are becoming more and more popular. If you're a student looking to have a unique experience before college, check out these worldly programs. read more

Common Concerns About Taking a Gap Year...and Why They're Unfounded

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

Wondering how taking a gap year might affect your college admission or financial aid? A student explains some common gap year concerns and why you shouldn't be worried at all. read more

2 Unexpected Reasons to Take a Gap Year

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

Many students think they need to find the perfect travel program or amazing internship opportunity to have a successful gap year, but that's not always the case. If you're considering taking a year off before college, remember to focus on these two simple things. read more

Your Goals, Your Life, Your Gap Year

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Vice Presidents, The Center for Interim Programs

What is a "gap year"? Fundamentally, it's a rite of passage into adulthood, a chance to explore the world while considering "Who am I?" "What's important to me?" and "What do I want to do with my life?" read more

Should I take time off before graduate school?

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Getting into graduate school is not easy, but paying for it can be even more of a challenge. Because graduate school is so expensive, you should have some idea of what you hope to gain from the investment of time and money you're making. read more