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EF Gap Semester in Europe (The Pathfinder)

by: EF Gap Year

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Explore Europe, ignite your passions, and discover your path forward. The Pathfinder is perfect for hands-on learners looking to dip their toes into different things to figure out what might be next for them in life. Travel to seven countries and immerse yourself in their cultures, diving into subjects like environmental science, food, fashion, and more. You’ll return home with confidence in your ...

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Program Highlights

Learn about business, academia, healthcare, and history in London.

Visit France to learn about world history, art, and fashion; see Normandy, the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and other iconic attractions.

Explore Spain and Portugal to get to know their sports culture, art, and architecture.

Experience life in the picturesque and dreamy Swiss Alps.

Visit Italy and devour all the most incredible Italian food your heart desires.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Paris, France
  • Berlin, Germany
  • Munich, Germany
  • Florence, Italy
  • Rome, Italy
  • Lisbon, Portugal
  • Barcelona, Spain
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Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundGap Year Timing:
  • After College
  • During College
  • Post High School
Cost Per Week$1500-2000
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Adventure Travel
  • Experiential Learning
  • History
  • Self-Discovery
  • Sports
Guidelines:
  • American
  • Canadian
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Recognitions

Top Rated Provider 2023 - Notable MentionInnovation in Marketing & Digital Media 2023 FinalistTop Rated Gap Year Provider 2022

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

8.5

Total Reviews

2

I had the best month of my life!

by: Aidyn Byrne - United StatesProgram: EF Gap Semester in Europe (The Pathfinder)
10

In march 2024 I went on the European discovery gap year 4 week program. To say it was the best decision I’ve made is an understatement. I got to experience life on my own without my parents. I made decisions and took risks. I met some of my bestest friends!! I even traveled to see one of the girls I met on my trip for my birthday! I can’t imagine life where I didn’t meet these people and have these memories I’ll hold on forever. I thank god everyday for this program!

My group on the 4 week European program!

Most positive transformative experience ever

by: Ella Paulsen - United StatesProgram: EF Gap Semester in Europe (The Pathfinder)
10

My experience on the Pathfinder was one of the best things I have ever done. I met the most incredible people my age from all over America that I have such a special bond with. The travel with my group was one of the best parts of it, and we always had the best time on the buses or trains, finding ways to pass time. EF truly gave me such an incredible semester, and opened my eyes to so many more cultures and ways of life outside my small town in Minnesota. Forever grateful for my time abroad.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Paris, France
  • Berlin, Germany
  • Florence, Italy
  • Lisbon, Portugal

Types and Subjects

  • Types
  • Adventure Travel
  • Experiential Learning
  • History

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Gap Year Timing:
  • After College
  • During College
  • Post High School

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American
  • Canadian

Cost per week

$1500-2000

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview

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