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A gap year or semester in France can help you become fluent in French while having the chance to travel and learn about French culture and history. Gap programs in France include French language immersion, travel, community service and the chance to earn academic credit for classes in business or other topics at French universities. Some gap programs are centered in Paris, others in places such as Lille, Grenoble or Nice. Some programs will prepare you for national language exams.
Taking an EF Gap Year Program is not an alternative to college; it’s about preparing yourself to make the most of college—and, in many ways, the rest of your life. Our innovative experiential learning model helps students discover their goals while equipping them with the confidence and skills to get there...(more)
Experience the world and discover your passions with EF Gap Year. Visit 10+ countries, improve your language skills, make an impact, and intern abroad. Build real-world skills, make lifelong memories, and return home a better you. For ages 18-22...(more)
THE ULTIMATE STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE Invest in your dreams. Achieve fluency, see the world, expand your international network – and launch your global future. Study for 6, 9 or 11 months and start in April, June, September or January. ..(more)
Spread your wings on a gap year abroad with CIEE! Build your perfect pre-college experience and focus on language learning, service, or professional development...(more)
Take four weeks to discover the diverse cultures of four major European countries: England, France, Switzerland, and Italy. Upcoming program dates: Spring 2023: Apr. 19 – May 17 Summer 2023: Jul. 5 – Aug. 2 Fall 2023: Oct. 4 – Nov. 1 Summer 2024: Jul. 5 – Aug. 2 ..(more)
Calling all adventurers and go-getters. Those who take the path less traveled. Those who want to see the world and make a difference doing it: College isn’t going anywhere, but you can. WorldStrides Gap Year makes it possible to broaden your horizons—all while taking that well-deserved break from school. You’ll be fully immersed in other cultures, visiting 5 countries, earning 12 credits, and returning home even more focused on college, your career, and community...(more)
EF Gap Semester is perfect for students who want to explore several countries, learn a language, volunteer, engage in cultural exchange, intern abroad, and develop leadership skills. Programs are accredited so students can earn college credit...(more)
We offer unique educational adventures where our students live full-time aboard our vessels while spending a semester of their gap year sailing from island to island, country to country, or continent to continent in any number of global locations...(more)
API Abroad provides comprehensive gap year abroad programs for recent high school graduates. Our language and cultural immersion programs and international internship programs provide students with opportunities to learn and develop global skills in an exciting, enriching, and safe setting. ..(more)
Spend a semester or academic year learning French with students from all over the world in Nice, a relaxed resort town on the French Riviera. You'll work towards fluency while launching your global future. Students 16 years old and up are accepted and all language levels are available. Transferrable US college credit is available...(more)
AFS-USA offers programs for travelers who are 18 and older to study abroad. Turn wanderlust into an impactful experience! Put global learning towards your next degree, accelerate your career development, or inspire the next generation of students. You can choose from places such as Denmark, Brazil, Belgium, New Zealand, and more!..(more)
Everyone dreams of a trip to Paris, but how many get to actually live there like a local? Here is your chance to enjoy an unparalleled gap year experience in one of the most beautiful and culturally important cities in the world...(more)
The EF Internship & French Language Program in Paris or Nice combines an unpaid internship experience of 50 hours or more with a minimum 8-week EF French Language Course. The Internship Plus option can extend this experience to 6 or 9 months...(more)
Invest in your dreams, learn French, and make new friends from around the world. On EF Language Year Abroad in Paris allows you to spend a semester or year in one of the world's most amazing cities. Earn transferrable college credit, volunteer, or participate in an internship to launch your global future. ..(more)
Trek Epic offers Gap Year advising, planning and mentoring for students who want a more self-guided approach to their experience. This may include recommendations for any number of Gap Year program options, as well as one of our 10-Day Treks. Our treks are an ideal match for those who then continue to work with us throughout their Gap Year. The 10-Day trek provides either a "Launch" or "Capstone" experience for Gap Year students. ..(more)
On this semester, choose the city you'd like to learn a language in before doing service work in Thailand. Step out of your comfort zone and into local life all over the world. Create community, make an impact, and return home with a deeper understanding of the world and your place in it...(more)
Explore Europe, ignite your passions, and discover your path forward. The Pathfinder is perfect for the hands-on learner who wants to dip their toes into a lot of different things to figure out what might be next for them in life. Travel to six different countries and immerse yourself in the cultures, diving into subjects like environmental science, food, fashion, and more. You’ll return home with confidence in your direction and a passport packed with stamps...(more)
Explore Ireland, Scotland and Europe while you discover and grow your leadership skills. Based in Northern Ireland's adventure capital, Portrush, you will surf, kayak, paddleboard, hike, cycle and more, travelling across Ireland and Scotland as well as France, Holland, Germany and The Czech Republic. You will learn to build shelters, hunt and gather, learning not only to survive but to thrive in the elements. You should be ready to try something new, exploring your limits and potential!..(more)
CESA offers high quality language programs for ALL abilities. You can immerse yourself in the language and culture of a country for a few weeks or several months with start dates throughout the year. CESA has years of experience and has built relationships with all of the language colleges...(more)
