You know it, they probably know it. College is on the horizon…but something feels amiss. Even if your child has accepted admission to a college, there is still time to make the decision to take a gap year. It could be the best decision they ever make. Students who take a gap year do not fit…
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advice
How to Write a Deferral Letter for a Gap Year
For prospective Gap Year students, the spring is an exciting time. You’ve heard from your colleges and have made choice about where to go. And once that’s decided, you need to ask them to hold your spot for a year in the form of a deferral letter. A deferral letter is a formal request to…
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Inspiration
Apply Now: Gap Year Student Activist Scholarship
EnRoute Consulting is proud to support student activism and involvement in politics. This spring, EnRoute will be granting one or more counseling scholarships to students who plan to dedicate their entire gap year to activism. We want to connect enthusiastic young people with organizations, campaigns and leaders who will help develop students into the leaders…
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gap year fair
2018 USA Gap Year Fairs Schedule
Every year, USA Gap Year Fairs brings together reputable Gap Year organizations, interested students and parents, high school college counselors and Gap Year experts. They are an excellent opportunity to educate yourself about Gap Year options and speak face-to-face with dozens of programs. We hope to meet YOU during the 2018 circuit! Each fair begins with…
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On-Site Visits
Notes from Hawaii
As I’ve explained in previous posts, traveling and conducting in-person site visits are integral to my work as a gap year advisor. I put my major travels on hiatus in 2016 as I welcomed my second daughter, so when 2017 rolled around, I wanted to do something big! With my kids still young and my…