The Complete Guide to the Gap Year
The Best Things to Do Between High School and College
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This is the go-to book for anyone considering a year to re-charge,to follow a passion, to become immersed in another culture, or tofind their love of learning again. It includes everything astudent, parent, or guidance counselor would want to know about thegap year; including what a gap year is, what it is not, and why itcan have a positive impact on a young life.
* Readers can find out what college admissions deans think ofthe gap year, and how it is becoming an important part of theeducational process at top tier universities.
*Economically, the gap year can make a lot of sense in arecession, and this useful guide gives information on freeprograms, financial aid, and tax savings.
*The book has a comprehensive guide to 200 of the world's bestgap year programs.
*Students will find self-quizzes and helpful criteria to helpthem decide whether to take a gap year, and if so what kind ofprogram. This guide helps them evaluate their interests and planand fund their gap year; whether it means spending a year on asailing vessel, coaching sports and teaching in an impoverishedarea, or following a passion in the arts or academics.
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Kristin M. White
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"Clearly lays out the vast diversity of transformative programsavailable to any student while also providing an essential compass,and makes a compelling case on how this legitimate educationalsupplement could soon become an educational imperative."
?Alex Safos, director, Global Learning Across Borders
"With a thorough directory of organizations, an explanation ofthe financial picture, comments from top college admissionsdirectors, and an objective perspective, Kristin M. White hascreated the number one gap year resource."
?Chris Stakich, co-founder and executive director, Thinking BeyondBorders
"A good choice for students with the means and broad perspectivenecessary to consider this experience." (Library Journal,February 2010)
"Whatever your motivation, if you are interested in pursuing agap year experience, do your research. And I'd start by readingWhite's book." (CBS MoneyWatch.com, The CollegeSolution)
"This guide's best feature is its clear and detailedorganization by subject interest. If a marine life program iscalling out to a teen, it is easy to find options and relatedsubjects close by. Though the "gap year" is a relatively newconcept in the United States, it is quite common in Europe andAustralia. The directories of volunteer and for-credit gap yearprograms are pure gold. An index and resource list are included."(School Library Journal, "Choosing the Right College"January 27, 2010)
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