gap years

Find yourself, find out what the world offers, put things in perspective - all great reasons to take a gap year. Taking some time off between highschool and college or even during college is becoming more and more popular. Adventure doesn't find most of us, so go out and look for it.

Not sure what to expect or what to pack for your gap year? You are in luck! Read about other student's gaps here!

gap year options

• NOLS - National Outdoor Leadership School, the leaders in everything to do with the outdoors, and so much more. If you are looking for a real adventure and something that WILL change your life, seriously consider a NOLs course. NOLS Website
• Outward Bound -"Outward Bound is a non-profit educational organization with five core programs that change lives, build teams, and transform schools. We deliver adventure in the wilderness, urban settings, workrooms, and classrooms to help students achieve their possibilities, and to inspire them to serve others and care for the world around them. On the web: Outwardbound
• Semester at Sea - "provides study abroad opportunities for the exploration and study of many of the people, places and cultures around the world." On the web: Semester at Sea
• Language Courses - Put your semester or year to use by trekking towards fluency in a foreign language in one of these language programs.
• Coming soon!

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