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EF Gap Year - The Global Gap Year
Spend a full academic year abroad—24 weeks of cultural immersion, travel, and personal growth. Begin with an adventurous semester exploring diverse destinations, then spend a second semester deepening your experience at a language campus. In Semester 1, choose one of EF’s curated 12-week multi-destination programs—European Horizons, East Asian Odyssey, Spanish in Motion, or The Globetrotter—and e...
Spend a full academic year abroad—24 weeks of cultural immersion, travel, and personal growth. Begin with an adventurous semester exploring diverse destinations, then spend a second semester deepening your experience at a language campus. In Semester 1, choose one of EF’s curated 12-week multi-destination programs—European Horizons, East Asian Odyssey, Spanish in Motion, or The Globetrotter—and explore several countries, lifestyles, and cultures. Along the way, you’ll pick up local language basics, join hands-on cultural experiences, and broaden your worldview while moving between vibrant cities. In Semester 2, settle in at one of EF’s 11 international language campuses—cities like Tokyo, Seoul, Rome, Barcelona, Paris, or Nice. Live locally, make deeper connections, and gain practical sk...
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.
Global Community – Travel with students from 100+ countries, build lifelong friendships, and join a worldwide network of peers who share your passion for exploring the world.
From flamenco in Spain to temples in Kyoto and surfing in Costa Rica, spend a year exploring the world through unforgettable adventures and build global skills by living the culture.
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- Tamarindo, Costa Rica
- Nice, France
- Paris, France
- Berlin, Germany
- Munich, Germany
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- During College
- Post High School
- After College
- Adventure Travel
- Culinary
- Experiential Learning See more
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Program Details
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Locations
- Tamarindo, Costa Rica
- Nice, France
- Paris, France
- Berlin, Germany
Types and Subjects
- Types
- Adventure Travel
- Culinary
- Experiential Learning
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028
- During College
- Post High School
- 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 a full academic year abroad—24 weeks of cultural immersion, travel, and personal growth. Begin with an adventurous semester exploring diverse destinations, then spend a second semester deepening your experience at a language campus. In Semester 1, choose one of EF’s curated 12-week multi-destination programs—European Horizons, East Asian Odyssey, Spanish in Motion, or The Globetrotter—and explore several countries, lifestyles, and cultures. Along the way, you’ll pick up local language basics, join hands-on cultural experiences, and broaden your worldview while moving between vibrant cities. In Semester 2, settle in at one of EF’s 11 international language campuses—cities like Tokyo, Seoul, Rome, Barcelona, Paris, or Nice. Live locally, make deeper connections, and gain practical sk...
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Spend a full academic year abroad—24 weeks of cultural immersion, travel, and personal growth. Begin with an adventurous semester exploring diverse destinations, then spend a second semester deepening your experience at a language campus. In Semester 1, choose one of EF’s curated 12-week multi-destination programs—European Horizons, East Asian Odyssey, Spanish in Motion, or The Globetrotter—and explore several countries, lifestyles, and cultures. Along the way, you’ll pick up local language basics, join hands-on cultural experiences, and broaden your worldview while moving between vibrant cities. In Semester 2, settle in at one of EF’s 11 international language campuses—cities like Tokyo, Seoul, Rome, Barcelona, Paris, or Nice. Live locally, make deeper connections, and gain practical sk...
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