- Spain
- Barcelona
- England
- London
- Italy
- Rome
- Costa Rica
About Program
Spend an unforgettable six weeks abroad. Designed for rising and current college students, our short-term programs combine travel with meaningful hands-on learning. Explore our new programs below, departing in 2021.
Venture far outside your comfort zone and discover your place in the world on an EF Gap Year Short-Term Program. You’ll experience international destinations that change your perspective and return home with a newly-stamped passport, lifelong memories, and a renewed sense of direction.
Compass Programs:
Our Compass Programs give you the opportunity to live abroad through a balance of structured programming and independent exploration. Gain language skills, grow personally, and of course, travel as much as you can. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of yourself and your goals.
Impact Programs:
Our Impact Programs are designed for the traveler who wants to gain hands-on experience in a subject matter through the lens of travel and experiential learning.
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Popular Programs

Tour three European destinations and learn Italian in this awe-inspiring capital city.

Immerse yourself in Costa Rican culture and learn how to make a sustainable impact within a community.

Spend 4 weeks living in the heart of London, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of business at Hult International Business School. Explore London, complete a case study with an international organization, and build skills that will help you in college and your career.