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EF Gap Year - European Horizons
Spend 12 inspiring weeks exploring Barcelona, Rome, and Paris—three of Europe’s most iconic cities. This immersive semester blends cultural discovery, local language learning, and once-in-a-lifetime adventures with a supportive travel community. In Barcelona (Weeks 1–4), learn conversational Spanish and practice over tapas, flamenco nights, and a day trip to Costa Brava. In Rome (Weeks 5–8), pick...
Spend 12 inspiring weeks exploring Barcelona, Rome, and Paris—three of Europe’s most iconic cities. This immersive semester blends cultural discovery, local language learning, and once-in-a-lifetime adventures with a supportive travel community. In Barcelona (Weeks 1–4), learn conversational Spanish and practice over tapas, flamenco nights, and a day trip to Costa Brava. In Rome (Weeks 5–8), pick up Italian phrases while exploring ancient ruins, making pasta and gelato with chefs, and visiting Pompeii. In Paris (Weeks 9–12), build confidence in French while admiring art at the Louvre, tasting pastries, strolling Montmartre, and diving into fashion and design. Throughout your journey, you’ll live in EF student residences, travel with your cohort, and join weekly cultural activities and we...
Program Highlights
Earn college credit while traveling the world! With EF Gap Year, you’ll immerse in language and culture, make lifelong memories, and return home with optional accredited credit toward your degree.
Our global teams handle all-things accommodations, from activities and excursions to flights, courses, transportation, and so much more! All you have to do is focus on making the most of your year.
EF Gap Year is accredited throughout the U.S. by six of the country’s most respected organizations. We are proud to meet their rigorous standards for educational excellence.
Exclusive EF Experiences – From curated excursions to cultural festivals, EF Gap Year offers insider access you won’t find anywhere else—turning every trip into a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
Flamenco nights to Parisian fashion, experience Europe through unforgettable cultural activities. Along the way, pick up Spanish, Italian, and French by practicing in real-world settings!
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Quick Details
- Paris, France
- Rome, Italy
- Barcelona, Spain
- Post High School
- During College
- After College
- Art
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
- Self-Discovery
- Study Abroad
- American
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Program Details
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Locations
- Paris, France
- Rome, Italy
- Barcelona, Spain
Types and Subjects
- Types
- Art
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028
- Post High School
- During College
- After College
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
This Program is also open to Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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Spend 12 inspiring weeks exploring Barcelona, Rome, and Paris—three of Europe’s most iconic cities. This immersive semester blends cultural discovery, local language learning, and once-in-a-lifetime adventures with a supportive travel community. In Barcelona (Weeks 1–4), learn conversational Spanish and practice over tapas, flamenco nights, and a day trip to Costa Brava. In Rome (Weeks 5–8), pick up Italian phrases while exploring ancient ruins, making pasta and gelato with chefs, and visiting Pompeii. In Paris (Weeks 9–12), build confidence in French while admiring art at the Louvre, tasting pastries, strolling Montmartre, and diving into fashion and design. Throughout your journey, you’ll live in EF student residences, travel with your cohort, and join weekly cultural activities and we...
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Ready to Learn More?
Spend 12 inspiring weeks exploring Barcelona, Rome, and Paris—three of Europe’s most iconic cities. This immersive semester blends cultural discovery, local language learning, and once-in-a-lifetime adventures with a supportive travel community. In Barcelona (Weeks 1–4), learn conversational Spanish and practice over tapas, flamenco nights, and a day trip to Costa Brava. In Rome (Weeks 5–8), pick up Italian phrases while exploring ancient ruins, making pasta and gelato with chefs, and visiting Pompeii. In Paris (Weeks 9–12), build confidence in French while admiring art at the Louvre, tasting pastries, strolling Montmartre, and diving into fashion and design. Throughout your journey, you’ll live in EF student residences, travel with your cohort, and join weekly cultural activities and we...
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