GAP Year - A Good Idea or Not?
Dear Parents,
The holidays are here. Soon, our students will be out of school for two weeks. Our students that are in college are coming home for the holidays. Hopefully, their first semester was good for both those in college and those in high school. It truly is a joyous time to be with our families.
The articles in this newsletter cover important issues to consider as our juniors begin the college selection and application process, and as our seniors wait for their college application outcomes. The first article is about taking a GAP year. It is short, but informative. Every college has their own policy regarding the GAP year option. What is important to remember that every student, even those who are absolutely sure they are going to take a GAP year, still apply to colleges in the fall of senior year. It is far easier to reapply to college, than to not apply at all, take the year off after they graduate, then apply. The second article on college majors will not be a surprise to most of my readers. STEM majors still are the top 10 majors to pursue in our current economic climate.
I wish each and every one of my readers the best for this year’s holiday season. I wish you health, happiness and peace during this special time of the year. I look forward to a great year in 2022 with lots of health, happiness and prosperity for everyone! Happy New Year!
Catherine L. Marrs, CEP
How to Successfully Request a Gap Year Deferral
Some students choose to defer their undergraduate studies to take a gap year, using the time to work, travel, or volunteer. Aside from having a concrete gap year plan, students must ensure that they apply for a deferral at the college they plan to attend.
The deferral process differs across colleges, and thus it is vital that students understand their college's policies to successfully apply for a gap year.
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10 College Majors with the Highest Salaries for Graduates
In April 2020, the United States reached a 14.8% unemployment rate, which is highest since they began recording in 1948, according to the Congressional Research Service.
Despite the job market challenges that many faced, college graduates entered the workforce after graduation making more than they ever have before. The (NACE) reports that the average salary for the Class of 2020 was $55,260.