CollegeVine Expert FAQ

If I take a gap year after high school graduation, am I still eligible to apply for FAFSA when I decide to start college the following year? How does financial aid work in this situation?

I'm considering taking a gap year before heading to college. Is it possible to reapply to colleges during my gap year, or do I have to wait until the year is over? Any tips on how to approach this?

I might take a year off after high school before starting college. Would universities look at this negatively, or is it a common thing to do that won't hurt my chances of getting accepted?

I'm considering taking a gap year after I graduate high school, but I'm worried about how it might affect my college applications. Is it generally accepted, or could it complicate things?

I have student loans and am thinking about taking a gap year. Is it possible to defer these loans during that period, and what are the potential impacts on repayment later?

I've always loved skiing, and I'm considering doing a ski instructor course in Canada during my gap year. How do I go about finding the right program and what should I expect?

I'm planning to take a gap year before starting college, but I'm interested in joining ROTC afterward. Would taking a gap year affect my eligibility or opportunities in ROTC?

I'm planning on going to college next year, but I'm considering taking a gap year instead. How do colleges feel about gap years, and what's the process for deferring enrollment?

I'm unsure about the best time to take a gap year. Should I take it right after high school graduation, or is it better to wait until after starting college? What are the pros and cons of each timing?

I'm considering taking a gap year after I graduate. What are some productive or interesting things I can do during this time? I'm curious about work, travel, or volunteering opportunities. Any advice …

I'm interested in taking a gap year in Canada, but I'm worried about finances. Are there any scholarships available for students planning to take a gap year?

I'm thinking of taking a gap year after high school, but I'm not sure how long it can actually be. Is it strictly one year, or do I have some flexibility? Can it extend beyond a year?

I've heard Banff is an amazing place for a gap year. Has anyone experienced taking a gap year there? What opportunities are there for work or volunteering?

I'm interested in taking a gap year in Canada before starting college. What are some popular programs or opportunities for high school graduates in Canada who want to take a year off?

I'm considering a gap year but worried about how it might affect my eligibility for the Bright Futures scholarship. Does anyone have experience with maintaining this scholarship after taking a year of …

Is it possible to take a gap year and still be eligible for scholarships when you start college? I'm trying to figure out if I'll miss out on financial aid opportunities by taking time off.

I've just finished my first year of college, and I'm thinking of taking a gap year. Is it possible to do that, and what steps would I need to take to make it happen?

I'm considering taking two gap years before starting college. Does anyone know how this might affect college applications or opportunities like scholarships? Is it common to take two years off straigh …

I'm thinking about a gap year after high school. Can I still qualify for scholarships once I return to my education, or is it tougher to find opportunities?

After taking a gap year, I'm planning to go back to university. Do colleges view gap years positively or could it harm my chances of getting in?