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Seven Gap Year Trends in 2026

March 24, 2026 No Comments

As we continue to celebrate our first decade at Gap Year Solutions, we have been reflecting on how gap years have changed over the last 10 years.

Gap Year or Therapeutic Program: How to Choose?

February 15, 2025 No Comments

This article helps understand the fundamental differences between therapeutic and gap year programs, and when it is appropriate to consider each based on a student’s specific situation. Co-authored by Katherine

Europe Site Visits

February 4, 2024 No Comments

Katherine visited several Gap Year programs in Europe last fall. We asked her to share some of her thoughts from these visits. Why is it so important to go on-site

Gap Year Experiences We Need

October 3, 2023 No Comments

Gap Year students, like teens in general, are a study in contrasts. They want more independence, but still need structure. They want less supervision, but still benefit from having some

A Season of Hope

April 6, 2021 No Comments

During this spring season, I am filled with hope, especially as I see the number of COVID vaccinations increase and infections decline significantly from highs earlier this year. I am optimistic about what is ahead in the Gap Year world, and want to share a few of the things I’m thinking about.

101 Things to do during a COVID Gap Year

March 8, 2021 No Comments

There are so many things to do during a time when social distancing guidelines are still in place and international travel is limited. These are great ideas for any Gap Year – keep them in mind even when we are back to our “new normal”!

A new season for Gap Years: fall 2020 update

August 31, 2020 No Comments

Life has certainly been exciting for Gap Year Solutions these last few months! As colleges and universities continued to announce their fall plans, I have had a deluge of students and families inquiring about Gap Years.

Update on Fall 2020 Gap Year Programs

June 12, 2020 No Comments

With the traditional start of first semester Gap Year travel only 3 months away, the plans of Gap Year programs this fall are starting to take shape. Here is a