The Application Process
College applications are tough! We make it easy for you to apply to Year On. Follow these steps get started.
Step 1
Apply Online
Answer a few questions about yourself and your interest in a gap year.
Step 2
Application Review
Our Admissions team will review your application and invite you for an informal phone interview.
Step 3
Phone Interview
We will notify the strongest candidates to schedule and have a call with our Admissions team.
Step 4
Admission Decision
Keep an eye on your inbox! After your interview, you'll learn if you've been admitted.
Step 5
Deposit
Secure your spot with an initial deposit of $1,000.
Step 6
Plan Your Year On
Work with our Program team to plan your Year On!
Questions about enrollment?
Read more about eligibility and our enrollment process.Important Dates
Mark your calendar! Below you'll find important program and enrollment dates.
Year Experience
2020 - 2021 program dates
Phase 1: explore
September 14 - Novovember 21, 2020
Phase 2: Focus
January 10 - March 20, 2021
Phase 3: launch
April 5 - June 18, 2021
total time: total cost:
32 weeks $24,000
Early admissions
The 2020 Year Experience application is now open!
Submit your application by January 31 to be considered in our Early admissions window.
Semester Experience
Winter 2020 program dates
Phase 1: FOCUS
January 12 - March 21, 2020
Phase 2: EXPLORE
March 29 - May 2, 2020
total time: total cost:
15 weeks $19,000
LATE admissions
The 2020 Winter Semester application is now closed.
Financing your Year On
Our Fellows come from all types of socioeconomic backgrounds, and we aim to ensure access for all of them. To do this, we provide financial assistance for families who cannot afford the full Year On tuition amount.
To apply for Year On financial assistance, simply complete the application for admission and submit your FAFSA results (also called the Student Aid Report) to admissions@yearon.com. You can fill out the FAFSA form at fafsa.ed.gov. We require no additional forms, which keeps the process as simple as possible.
No FAFSA?
International applicants and those who do not wish to fill out the FAFSA form may submit a statement describing their financial circumstances.
Submissions can be made at admissions@yearon.com.
Have additional questions?
Click here to review program expenses and learn about financial assistance.
Payment Options
Flexible Payment Program
In addition to financial assistance, we offer a flexible payment program for families who wish to extend their payments over time. Admitted fellows interested in our flexible payment plan should contact admissions@yearon.com directly.
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