Since I moved to Ecuador two months ago, I’ve been constantly finding myself surprised, charmed and amazed the local culture. Here are a few glimpses into what I think makes Ecuador the way it is. 1. You master the skill of getting off the bus while it is moving. In rural areas of Ecuador, buses[…]
There is a nasty smell that hangs around the word Gap Year. One of the main reasons Gap Years have started to give off this foul odor is due to their association with volunteerism. A Volunteer Story… If you do not yet know what volunteerism, here is a little visualization. Harry, a well-meaning individual and[…]
If the usual path taken from high school straight to college doesn’t seem sensible to you, believe me, you are not alone. There are thousands of students out there who don’t really like the idea, but too often we go along with this forced transition from one environment full of academic pressure to another just[…]
This post originally appeared on Rustic Pathways. If you check out #traveldeeper on Instagram, you’ll find a slew of beautiful, vibrant travel photos. But what does it mean to “travel deep”? What’s the difference between capturing a well “liked” photo and having an authentic, culturally immersive experience? We can tell you it has nothing to[…]
How do you choose the right Gap Year program? With an endless number of ways you can spend a Gap Year, how do you figure out which program or experience is the right one for you? To find out all about Gap Year programs and experiences, as well as how to find the right opportunity[…]
If you are in high school, chances are you or someone you know is working with a college counselor to help them through the painstaking college application process. For students who need help deciding which schools to apply to or how to write a great essay or how to finance their college experience, this guidance[…]
Did you know that the average price of a Gap Year program is $30,000 USD? What would you say if we told you that we’ve found a way to reduce that price by 60%? Now you can take a TAP GAP Year for $4995 a semester! Yes. Really. How is that possible? By combining forces[…]
Planning a Gap Year but worried about money? Are you interested in a Gap Year but want to know how to fund it? Want to get more information about scholarships and grants for Gap Years? To find out how you can fund your Gap Year, watch this show “Scholarships, Grants, & Funding for Gap Years!”[…]
It no longer comes as a surprise that art funding and program implementation has become less of a focus in secondary schools. This means that many of our youth, especially those underrepresented will either receive little to no exposure of the arts. Meanwhile, the decline of artist jobs can make any student think twice about[…]