Live a Global Life

GlobalLife Education Consulting guides students from all backgrounds through the transition to college and career.

Become a more connected global

citizen as you transition to college & Career.

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Gap Semester / Year Planning

Did you know that there are many opportunities for you to take time for experiential learning here in the U.S. or abroad? And, that there are resources for funding this time to explore? We provide you all the resources you need to find the best fit gap program(s) to meet your budget, interests and needs.

Relentless Support

Exploring taking a gap year? We provide ongoing, limitless support—whether you’re starting, midway, or post-gap year. Our mentorship aids through highs and lows of transitions, addressing common challenges like homesickness and culture shock. Expert guidance ensures a healthy journey

College Guidance

Considering applying to college and taking a gap year? We help students understand the college admission process with intentional gap year planning. Want to know which colleges offer gap year deferments and how to apply? We help students and families navigate the college admission process AND gap year admission process – let go of the stress!

Our Blog

Let’s Talk About All of the Advantages of a Gap Year (Including Intercultural Competency)

Hi! I’m Stashia!

(pronounced ‘stay sha’)

I believe anyone can be a global citizen no matter where you live. From my 25+ years of experience in international education, I have seen how much a student gains from being globally minded. It’s LIFE CHANGING (in a very good way)! I took a gap semester abroad during college, worked as an English teacher for non-native English speakers both in the U.S. and abroad, and have continued to guide both international and U.S. students throughout my career. And this is what I’ve learned:

The students most successful in their transition to college and beyond have been prepared to live in our increasingly diverse world.

I created GlobalLife Education Consulting to offer students and families customized guidance in gap year planning whether it be here in the U.S. or abroad. I offer globally-minded services that make a difference in students’ lives with a genuine simple approach to take the edge off the gap year planning process. I can’t wait to meet you!

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GlobalLife Education Consulting is excited to talk with you about becoming more of a global citizen. Book a call so we can get started!

testimonials

Stashia has been immensely helpful in planning my gap year. From being extremely quick with communication to resolving issues, Stashia has been there every step of the way. She makes a genuine effort to understand my interests and has helped me plan a year guided to meet my goals.

Our son wanted to take some time away from academics to figure out his next steps. Stashia did a great job asking questions to identify his interests and needs, and she recommended several programs for us to look at. Stashia is kind, and thorough, and she is an excellent resource when planning a gap year.

Stashia was a wealth of knowledge and provided us with the confidence our daughter needed in choosing a program. We can't thank Stashia enough for giving us the peace of mind that she was in good hands as she traveled abroad after completing high school. We highly recommend working with Stashia.

Stashia has been an integral part of my daughter’s transformative experience this year! She has helped us immensely in finding and building a meaningful gap year. Stashia is genuinely invested in the lives of those she assists. I can tell it’s a joy for her to help her students discover the best gap year programs for them.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to go abroad to receive GlobalLife Education Consulting services?

Absolutely NOT! You can choose to join opportunities in a variety of locations. We help guide you to programs that meet your needs AND help you become a more connected global citizen no matter where you are.

Can I choose more than one GlobalLife Education Consulting service?

Yes! GlobalLife Education Consulting services offers comprehensive packages to meet a variety of needs. You have the option to pick a service (s) with flexibility to stack your services for your customized needs.

How old are most students when they start planning for a gap semester or gap year?

We recommend thinking about your gap year opportunities at least a year or more before you plan to start. Allowing yourself more time to explore your options and learn about funding opportunities helps give you a more meaningful year that meets your budget needs

For Gap students, will I stay on track to go to college?

Research shows that 90% of students who take an intentional gap year attend college the following year. Many colleges encourage students to take a gap year with over 150 colleges offering a deferral process.

How expensive is it to take a Gap Year?

With all the different options, the cost of a gap year can meet any budget. Some gappers divide up the gap year working in between gap semesters to help cover the costs while others work in the summers leading up to their gap year. There are also many gap year providers that offer scholarship opportunities.

Nominate a Student

Nominate a student, friend, or family member for a free one-hour consultation and a $100 discount on gap year planning services with GlobalLife Education Consulting. Provide the opportunity for expert gap year guidance by submitting your nomination here.

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