Summer Programmes & Gap Year

Link to example summer programmes for Secondary School students.  Some summer programmes open applications as early as December for selective programs. 

Students may need recommendation letters from teachers or a guidance counselor, so plan ahead to make requests. Transcripts may also be required. Requests for transcripts should be made a least 5 working days in advance through the Guidance Office (sophie.converset@ecolint.ch).

Tips and advice when considering a gap year: Here and Here

If I am considering a gap year, should I apply to university while still at school, or apply during my gap year?  

This depends on your plans. For some university systems it is possible to apply during your final year of secondary school and request to defer your university start date.  But others systems, it may be on a case-by-case basis or not typically permitted. It is also important to consider when admission periods occur for specific universities; application deadlines may fall soon after you begin your gap year. Speak with the University Guidance Counselors to formulate the best plan for you. 

Some resources to explore volunteer/internships options, including opportunities that might be connected to your academic focus:

• yearoutgroup.org

• realgap.co.uk

• bunac.org/uk 

• gapforce.org/gb

• planmygapyear.co.uk

• https://www.volunteerforever.com/