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I've heard mixed things about getting scholarships after a gap year. Does taking a year off affect eligibility or opportunities, and how can I increase my chances?

If I decide to take a gap year after high school, can I reapply to colleges during that time? Will it affect my chances of getting into schools or receiving financial aid?

I'm planning on taking a gap year, and I'm wondering if I can apply for scholarships during that time. Are there any specific opportunities I should look into?

Can you still apply and receive scholarships after taking a gap year? I'm planning to take some time off after high school but want to know my chances for scholarship opportunities later.

Is it possible to take a gap year during my time at university? I'm considering it for personal reasons, but I'm worried about falling behind or losing my momentum. Any advice?

I'm thinking of taking a gap year after high school and spending it in Canada. Does anyone have experience with this or advice on how to make it work? What should I consider before making the decision …

I'm considering taking a gap year in Canada after high school but I'm worried about costs. Are there any affordable gap year programs or options that you recommend? Any tips on budgeting for a year ab …

I'm curious about how Harvard decides whom to interview. Is it based on certain criteria or application strength? If anyone has been through their interview process, I'd love to hear about your experi …

I have a Virtual interview with a prospective university and I'm not sure how to best prepare for it. Does anyone have tips on lighting, sound quality, or general online interview etiquette? How does …

I might take a gap year before transferring to a different university. Has anyone done this, and what were the challenges with the transfer process?

I've been selected for a Boston University Trustee Scholarship interview, and I'm freaking out a bit! Has anyone gone through this and can share some insights or tips on what to expect? Thanks in adva …

I've got an interview with Princeton coming up and I'm a bit nervous. Does anyone have any advice or tips on how to prepare and make a good impression? What kind of questions should I expect, and how …

I'm looking into the University of Waterloo's co-op program and curious about the interview process. What should I expect, and how can I prepare for these co-op interviews? Any advice for succeeding a …

I'm super excited to have an interview for Waterloo's architecture program. Does anyone know what kind of questions they ask or how I can make a great impression? Any tips from past interviewees would …

Does anyone have experience with a video interview for University of Washington admissions? I'm trying to figure out what they might be looking for and how I can stand out. Would love to hear about yo …

I'm preparing for an interview with the University of Washington, Seattle, and I'm a bit nervous. Does anyone have advice on what to expect or how to best prepare for it? Anything specific to UW Seatt …

I'm considering applying to Johns Hopkins as an undergrad and would love to know more about their admissions interview. Is it mandatory? How can I prepare for it to make a good impression? Any tips wo …

I've been thinking about whether I should take a gap year, but I'm confused about how it works. Can anyone take a gap year, or are there specific situations where it makes more sense?

I'm applying to the University of Washington and just got an invite for an undergraduate admissions interview. What kinds of questions do they typically ask, and what's the best way to prepare? Any in …

I'm curious if applying to colleges is something people do while in a gap year. Do colleges look at you differently if you haven't started right after high school?