How to Afford a Gap Year Without Breaking the Bank
Worried about the cost of taking a gap year? Don't worry, you've got plenty of options! Read this guide to learn how to afford a gap year and find the best bang-for-your-buck gap year programs.
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Chang Mo Ahn is a cross-cultural education and data specialist with 18 years in Latin America and formal studies in South Korea. Holding an Economics degree from Yonsei University and specialized data analytics training, he blends quantitative insights with cultural expertise to support global education pathways. With 1,000+ hours of SAT, TOEFL, and AP teaching, Chang Mo specializes in student transitions across international education. A trilingual (Spanish, English, Korean Level 6), he advises on student mobility, visa logistics, and academic adaptation. His data visualization work on education trends has reinforced his authority on global student mobility and cross-cultural education.
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Build houses, teach English to children, or save the turtles. These are a few types of service activities you can do when you volunteer abroad on your gap year. Help the community and grow as a person. Read and learn how!
Do Gap Years Help or Hurt College Admissions?
Wondering if a gap year hurts college admissions? Top colleges support them, and research links gap years to higher GPAs, stronger applications, and better student confidence. Learn how to plan a gap year that stands out on applications.
College Gap Year Deferral Guide: How to Postpone Your Admission (Step-by-Step)
Don't worry, a college gap year deferral will allow you to delay enrollment without falling behind. In fact, students report feeling more prepared once they return to college from their gap year! That could be you too!
Best Gap Year Programs in the USA (2025 Reviews & Costs)
Don't feel like leaving the USA during your gap year? That's okay, you have options. Don't feel like staying in the USA during your gap year? That's okay, you have options, too! Read and find the best gap year programs US students can go on!
Essential Life Skills Gained on a Gap Year: Confidence, Resilience, and Career-Ready Growth
I took a gap year and felt happier, became more confident, left my comfort zone, learned a new language, met new people. Read this guide to see which gap year life skills you will gain when you go on your gap year!
Gap Year for Mental Health: How To Plan One
Senior year of High School can get extremely stressful: final exams, SATs, ACTs, college applications... Taking a gap year for mental health will let you recharge and prepare for what's next. Read how you and your mental health can benefit by taking a gap year.
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