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The school counselor mentioned a "gap year." What is a gap year? Would it be good for your young adult? Make It Better offers comprehensive articles and resources about this practice:

Traveling abroad is an eye-opening, educational journey.

By now, most high school seniors have decided what college they will attend next year.

If you are considering a gap year for your son or daughter, here are 9 compelling reasons to pursue this great option.

Students considering a gap year often worry about how to pay for it, especially now when many parents have lost jobs and household incomes have decreased. But there are ways to make taking time off affordable, so it doesn’t break the bank.

In the current economy, you may worry that spending money on a gap year is extravagant, but consider this.

Is a year off right for your child?

Choosing a college isn't an unexpected decision when you're a parent, but it's a daunting one–especially if your child doesn't fit a four-year college mold.

Why taking a year off, during or before college, might offer the greatest life lessons.

Ethan Steinberg is traveling and serving others during his gap year between high school graduation and starting college at Miami University.

It’s becoming increasingly popular for students to take a year off between high school and college. But is a gap year right for your child?