Gap Year Programs in Italy,Rome

If I were to do my gap year abroad again, I would undoubtedly choose EF Gap Year again. Why? Because they truly care. From the moment I started my journey with EF, it was evident that their staff goes above and beyond to ensure every participant has a meaningful and fulfilling experience. A standout moment for me was during my internship placement. As a recent college graduate, I felt my initial placement didn’t align with the skills and value I knew I could bring to a company. Sensing my frustration, one of the program leaders took the time to meet with me over lunch. She genuinely listened to my concerns, got to know me on a personal and professional level, and worked with me to make sure my goals were reflected in my experience. This level of care and attention left a lasting impression on me. Beyond the incredible support from the EF team, the bonds I formed with people during my gap year are ones I’ll treasure for a lifetime. Whether it was fellow participants, locals I met during my travels, or the EF staff themselves, the connections I made continue to enrich my life in ways I never expected. EF Gap Year is more than just a program—it’s a life-changing experience led by people who genuinely want you to succeed and grow. I couldn’t recommend it more for anyone considering a gap year.

An unforgettable experience worth repeating!

December 25, 2024by: Kelsi Schneider - United StatesProgram: EF Gap Year: Curated 23-Week Program Multiple Destinations

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If I were to do my gap year abroad again, I would undoubtedly choose EF Gap Year again. Why? Because they truly care. From the moment I started my journey with EF, it was evident that their staff goes above and beyond to ensure every participant has a meaningful and fulfilling experience. A standout moment for me was during my internship placement. As a recent college graduate, I felt my initial placement didn’t align with the skills and value I knew I could bring to a company. Sensing my frustration, one of the program leaders took the time to meet with me over lunch. She genuinely listened to my concerns, got to know me on a personal and professional level, and worked with me to make sure my goals were reflected in my experience. This level of care and attention left a lasting impression on me. Beyond the incredible support from the EF team, the bonds I formed with people during my gap year are ones I’ll treasure for a lifetime. Whether it was fellow participants, locals I met during my travels, or the EF staff themselves, the connections I made continue to enrich my life in ways I never expected. EF Gap Year is more than just a program—it’s a life-changing experience led by people who genuinely want you to succeed and grow. I couldn’t recommend it more for anyone considering a gap year.

Created connections all across the world

December 25, 2024by: Kayla Pedersen - United StatesProgram: EF Gap Year: Curated 23-Week Program Multiple Destinations

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Every country visited granted an opportunity to meet new people and make life long connections with them. I now know amazing people from all across the world that I never would’ve been able to meet otherwise!

A Guide to Gap Year Programs in Rome

Why Take a Gap Year in Rome?

When in Rome…what is it that Romans do, exactly? The glimmering sun brings the city’s colors to life and keeps the tempo of its residents quite relaxed. Time, on the other hand, disappears quickly in this city, whether you’re losing yourself on a gap year focused in art and history, lingering over your espresso at an outdoor café after a day of language immersion, or savoring bruschetta with a view of one of the city’s elaborate fountains or glorious cathedrals while studying abroad. Gap year programs in Rome bring you all that and more.

Stroll through Rome’s dozens of piazzas with gelato in hand, and take a tour of the excavated Roman forum. Gaze into the arena of the Colosseum like the gladiators and spectators 2000 years before you. Visit the Catholic heart of the world (and the world’s smallest country, the Vatican!) and receive a blessing from the Pope. Trains connect Rome to cities near (Pompeii for the history or Naples for the pizza) and far (weekend in Slovenia?).