Does Global Citizen Year partner with any colleges?

Yes! Global Citizen Year works directly with the following colleges and universities. Our college partners recognize the importance of developing a global perspective, self-awareness, and a defined sense of purpose -- life skills that are uniquely developed with an gap experience with Take Action Lab. Each of these colleges actively encourages their accepted students to take a gap term, and to do it with Take Action Lab specifically. If you're considering applying to these schools, be sure to highlight the skills you developed with Take Action Lab in your application. The Admissions departments look favorably upon Take Action Lab graduates, although admission is not a guarantee.

• Boston University
• Colby College
• Colorado College
• Denison University
• Dickinson College
• Duke University
• Mount Holyoke College
• University of Colorado Boulder
• Whitman College

When should I apply to college?

Most Fellows choose to apply to college during their senior year. Once you're accepted, almost all colleges have a straightforward process to request a one-year deferral to take a gap year. If you do not get admitted to the college of your choice, Global Citizen Year will support you in applying to college during your gap year. Past Fellows can attest that a year abroad gives you great perspective on what you want out of college, and will only strengthen your application.