Maya Willing-Sato on Leading Learners Blog

Apr 07, 2022

Why Should A Student Consider Taking A Gap Year? Let's Explore Some Reasons.

A student can benefit from taking a gap year because they can make some money to save up for post-secondary education.

It can also help a student because they are gaining experience about life after education, like working 9-5 jobs or volunteering for an organization.

If a student chooses to do this, it may benefit them because they will be prepared when they start their careers, as they know what to expect.

A student may also use this gap year to travel and experience what it is like to live elsewhere, which can teach you about different cultures and develop new life skills.

While taking a gap year to either save up money or travel, you may also take some college classes for credits when you decide to attend post-secondary.

If you are not feeling prepared for post-secondary when finishing high school, it may also be beneficial if you use the gap year to prepare yourself.