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Thinking About a “Gap Year” After Tufts?

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Many students express interest in embarking on a short-term work or volunteer experience after graduation, oftentimes abroad. You’ll commonly hear these experiences referred to as a “gap year” because they last for a year (though sometimes two or more) after college. Here are some articles to check out if this is something you’d like to explore.

  • How to Take a Gap Year After College
  • 9 Companies You Should Work For If You Want To Travel The World After College
  • Traveling After College Graduation: Why, Where, & How to Pay for It
  • Turning Your Travels into Marketable Job Skills
  • Benefits of a Gap Year After College or High School
  • The Busy Student’s Guide to Finding Work Abroad after Graduation

Make an appointment with a Career Advisor to discuss your plans and ideas in detail

By Malakia Silcott
Malakia Silcott Associate Director
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