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TeenLife’s Top 50 Gap Programs for 2026

Posted by TeenLife

Looking for the right gap program but not sure where to start? Check out TeenLife’s Top 50 Gap Programs for high school graduates (and those over 18). How Do We...

From summer high to gap year reality: Is that amazing program enough to decide your future?

Posted by Jodi Ireland

Picture this: It’s the final week of August. You’re unpacking your suitcase, but you’re not the same person who zipped it up three months ago. Maybe you just spent five...

Post-Graduation pathways: Gap years are time off with a purpose

Posted by Katelyn Homer

The traditional academic path — four years of high school followed immediately by four years of college — isn’t the only route to success after graduation. For many students, taking...

Gap years with a purpose: Exploring yourself and the world

Posted by Stefanie Tedards

Your teen years include countless opportunities to learn, grow, and explore new horizons. These years also come with intense pressure to define your identity and career path. As your high...

How Taking a Gap Year Abroad Changed My Life

Posted by Pluto G

Hello! I’m Pluto, a gap year student studying abroad in Seville, Spain, with CIEE. I’ve been in the country for a few months already, and I’m excited to share my...

The Importance of Career Exploration

Posted February 13, 2025, 10:00 am by Jodi Ireland

The American Student Assistance (ASA) conducted a series of surveys over several months on “How Gen Z Approaches Decision-Making.” Nearly 5,000 students between ages 13 and 20 shared feedback on how...

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