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Books, lectures, homework… Many people choose to take a gap year specifically to get away from these things. However, what many people don’t realize is that studying abroad on your gap year doesn’t have to look like traditional school. Instead, gap year study abroad can look like the most personalized, adventurous, and hands-on form of education you’ve ever seen, and more importantly: You can choose the coursework without homework. Gap year study abroad programs come in all shapes and colors, and you’re sure to find one that will give a small amount of positive structure within the freedom of your gap year.
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171 Study Abroad Gap Year Programs

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Country Jumper Gap Year - Costa Rica | Guatemala | Peru

In three of the world's most beautiful countries—Costa Rica, Guat...

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Seamester At Sea4
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Seamester Study Abroad at Sea

Seamester Study Abroad and Gap Year Voyages

Seamester is the educational adventure of a lifetime! For more th...

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9.55787 reviews

International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 9...

103 reviews

Impact Gap Year

Cultural Explorer Gap Year

Take on an 8-month trip of adventure, community service, and comm...

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9.333 reviews

Institute for Global Studies

Argentina's Most Popular Internships: 48 Options

Argentina is gaining traction among IGS students. We landed there...

9.435 reviews

Pacific Discovery

New Zealand & Australia Gap Semester | Pacific Discovery

Embark on a transformative 10-week Gap Semester through New Zeala...

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9.6444 reviews

Semester at Sea

Semester at Sea: Global Study Abroad on a Floating Campus

Unlike traditional study abroad or tourism experiences, Semester ...

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101 reviews

Gapforce

Game Ranger Course in South Africa

A unique blend of wildlife biology and ecology, this 8-week cours...

9.977 reviews

VACorps

Gap Year Internship Program in Cape Town with VACorps

The VACorps Gap Year Program is a transformative experience that ...

9.7769 reviews

Go Abroad China Ltd.

GAC Gap Year Learn Chinese & Internship in China Program

Are you looking for meaningful activities to fill the all-too-imp...

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Hawaiʻi Gap

Hawaii Gap: Environmental Leadership

Immerse yourself in a master class in environmental science, envi...

9.1926 reviews

Carpe Diem Education

Central America Semester | Carpe Diem Education Gap Year

Venture through Guatemala and Costa Rica, exploring lush tropical...

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University of Haifa International School (UHIS)

Gap Semester/Year - University of Haifa International School

The International School is an integral part of the University of...

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Wanderlust Exchange

Government-Sponsored Study Tour Program in China

We are excited to introduce to you an exceptional opportunity for...

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9.8312 reviews

Mente Argentina

Customizable Gap Year in Buenos Aires: Explore, Learn & Grow

Discover the ultimate gap year experience in Buenos Aires with Me...

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9.437 reviews

EA Ski and Snowboard Training

Become a Ski Instructor in Canada - Training + Job Included

Do you have a passion for travel, adventure, and skiing? Do you ...

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Tidelines Institute

The Glacier Bay Semester in Civic & Environmental Leadership

The Glacier Bay Semester offers an unparalleled opportunity for y...

8.859 reviews

EF Education First

EF - Ultimate Gap Year

Spend a year discovering the world and yourself with EF Gap Year....

8.1916 reviews

LoPair Culture Exchange

Learning through Living Together -- LoPair Au Pair China

Are you hoping to experience life in China? Work with LoPair Au P...

9.210 reviews

Spanish Gap Year

Future Leaders Program: Gap Semester in Spain

Join a program designed to foster teamwork and entrepreneurial sk...

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Discovering Passion and Community in Cape Town

September 02, 2025by: Audrey Ratcliffe - United StatesProgram: Gap Year Internship Program in Cape Town with VACorps
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I chose Cape Town because I wanted the second semester of my gap year to be different from the first, which I spent in Spain. I had always heard wonderful things about Cape Town and was eager to finally experience it for myself. From orientation onward, I felt incredibly supported by the VAC team, and that support continued throughout my time here. Embrace the love everyone at VAC has to offer—it truly is such a special program, and I hope more people come to appreciate it as much as I now do. One of my goals was to learn how to be truly passionate about my internship, and I absolutely achieved that. I also loved working with the kids and sharing games from the US with them—it was an unforgettable experience.

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