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MAXIMO NIVEL
In three of the world's most beautiful countries—Costa Rica, Guat...
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Seamester Study Abroad at Sea
Seamester is the educational adventure of a lifetime! For more th...
See All 10 ProgramsInternational Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 9...
Impact Gap Year
Take on an 8-month trip of adventure, community service, and comm...
See All 2 ProgramsInstitute for Global Studies
Argentina is gaining traction among IGS students. We landed there...
EF Education First
Spend 12 incredible weeks exploring Tamarindo, Rome, and Tokyo, t...
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Unlike traditional study abroad or tourism experiences, Semester ...
See All 17 ProgramsGapforce
A unique blend of wildlife biology and ecology, this 8-week cours...
VACorps
The VACorps Gap Year Program is a transformative experience that ...
Carpe Diem Education
Venture through Guatemala and Costa Rica, exploring lush tropical...
See All 5 ProgramsGo Abroad China Ltd.
Are you looking for meaningful activities to fill the all-too-imp...
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Experience an unforgettable 10-week Gap Year Semester through New...
See All 11 ProgramsUniversity of Haifa International School (UHIS)
The International School is an integral part of the University of...
Mente Argentina
Discover the ultimate gap year experience in Buenos Aires with Me...
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Do you have a passion for travel, adventure, and skiing? Do you ...
See All 3 ProgramsTidelines Institute
The Glacier Bay Semester offers an unparalleled opportunity for y...
LoPair Culture Exchange
Are you hoping to experience life in China? Work with LoPair Au P...
Where There Be Dragons
The Himalayas. Since time immemorial, these colossal peaks with t...
See All 7 ProgramsInternship in Japan
Internship in Japan by SEKAIA Inc. (formerly ICC Consultants Inc...
IES Abroad
When you study abroad in England, you'll see and experience the b...
See All 6 ProgramsEl Terreno
Join our Community Beekeeping Internship in the Ecuadorian Andes,...
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Sign up for this gap year program, which provides the opportunity...
Spanish Institute for Global Education
Would you like to embark on a life-changing university experience...
Intern Abroad HQ
Looking for the best internships in Europe to expand your global ...
Euroace
Thinking about a gap year? Why not turn it into a life-changing e...
Asia Exchange
Study for 1-2 semesters in Bali, Indonesia, with the Warmadewa In...
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Andean peaks surround Machu Picchu; lush tropical rainforests, Am...
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Enjoy an adventure in one of the world's most unique and exciting...
Arcos Learning Abroad
Study abroad in the charming colonial city of Oaxaca, Mexico, a U...
See All 4 ProgramsCours de civilisation française de la Sorbonne
Business French is of growing importance in a world where intercu...
See All 3 ProgramsGreenheart Travel
Spend a trimester, semester, or year studying abroad in Japan as ...
See All 8 ProgramsRealStep
Take a gap year in Canada and benefit from a tailor-made course w...
Intercultura Costa Rica
With our gap program, you will take the time to get to know yours...
Academic Programs International
Seville, the capital of Andalusia and Spain’s 4th largest city, i...
See All 10 ProgramsGlobal Work & Travel
Learn Spanish most authentically by studying Spanish in Valencia....
See All 5 ProgramsPure Exploration
Experience high altitudes, cultural immersion, and remote backpac...
See All 4 ProgramsWanderlust Exchange
We are excited to introduce to you an exceptional opportunity for...
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Go on a life-changing journey abroad through the gap year and sem...
See All 4 ProgramsArt History Abroad
AHA’s summer courses are for keen travelers, curious students, an...
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Join a program designed to foster teamwork and entrepreneurial sk...
International Field Studies
Join our 6-week program on Andros Island in the Bahamas and stay ...
ICLP | National Taiwan University
Set on the beautiful campus of National Taiwan University in the ...
Iguana Abroad
Come and join the leading Spanish-language immersion program in M...
Touch the World
If you find yourself at the crossroads of life post-high school, ...
Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M)
Universidad Carlos III de Madrid is a leading Spanish public univ...
Legend Diving
Legend Diving Marine Environmental Internship is a thrilling, car...
Campus Oxford
The Oxford Gap Year is the perfect way to prepare for the indepen...
World Class Programs
World Class Programs offers high school students the opportunity ...
See All 4 ProgramsCET Academic Programs
Whether you’re focused on gaining fluency in Japanese, studying s...
TEFL Iberia
We provide the ultimate gap year experience for independent-minde...
Franklin University Switzerland
What’s the purpose of your gap year? Do you want to go on an adve...
Korea GapYear 한국갭이어 KGY
The gap year culture is now widespread in Korea! Thanks to Korea ...
SSA Education Abroad
Our Gap Year in Seville offers U.S. students the chance to spend ...
Crawford & Corry
Crawford & Corry offers immersive professional placements in Viet...
Hawaiʻi Gap
Immerse yourself in a master class in environmental science, envi...
The American College of Greece
Considering postponing your plans for college? You may decide to ...
Little Star Co.
Are you interested in discovering a new culture? If you are e...
Beyond Tourism
Working and traveling abroad can be an incredible and positive ex...
Centre Zenith
This program is designed for students taking a gap year and looki...
21C Venetian Workshop
The 21C Venetian Workshop celebrates the future—and your role in ...
Do you love children and enjoy playing with them? Would you like ...
FTIFA Cape Town
Spend a year in one of the most beautiful cities on earth, Cape T...
Natucate
Are you ready to embark on your ranger adventure and complete you...
See All 2 ProgramsLite Regal Education and Summer School
This intensive gap year course is for students aged 17 and older ...
Sea Education Association
Our gap year programs are designed for recent high school graduat...
ProBa Language Centre
There are plenty of benefits to taking a gap year between high sc...
Universidad LCI Veritas
Universidad Veritas has partnered with the Supportive Immersion I...
Youth For Understanding (YFU)
Germany offers an exciting and diverse modern culture with histor...
See All 11 ProgramsNOLS The National Outdoor Leadership School
Find new challenges on rivers, rocks, and snow! Explore the outdo...
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Pathfinder expeditions are designed to provide clarity for young ...
A Guide to Gap Year Study Abroad
Popular Locations
Gap year study programs can be found the world over, but we’ve spun the globe and zeroed in on top locations.
Ecuador. The tropical climate and use of your high school Spanish skills draws many to Ecuador, but gappers are also specifically drawn to the non-traditional studies they can do. Whether you’re studying to become a TEFL certified English instructor (which can then immediately get you a job), or unveiling the history of ancient Latin America as you trek and discover ruins with an archaeology class, you’ll see that Ecuador is a great place to learn beyond the four walls of a classroom on gap year study abroad programs.
Malaysia. Many of the gap year study abroad opportunities in Malaysia are connected to its unique climate and biome—study rainforest conservation, do incredible research, and improve outcomes for endemic species. Let’s hear it for the orangutans! Unless you’re more interested in bipeds, that is. You can also find study abroad gap year programs on religion and culture in Malaysia, the crossroads of Malay, Chinese, and Indian cultures. You can even learn traditional craftsmanship from small Malaysian villages—no worksheets necessary!
France. Imagine that your study abroad gap year could involve gourmet cooking, ski instruction, film studies, or architecture study. Sign me up! When class doesn’t feel like class, you will feel rejuvenated about learning during your gap year, all the while still actually studying something that is both hands on and inspiring. You may even choose, for instance, to take a class in French so that your experience of exploring is even deeper. The options are nearly endless!
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