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    Baret Scholars Global Gap Year

    by Baret Scholars

    A faculty-led gap year combining seminars, regional experts, educational expeditions, weekly advising and an independent Capstone Project.

    Last verified: 15 Sept 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy

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    Baret Scholars Global Gap Year at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Applications open

    Eligibility

    College-aged students worldwide

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 17-22

    Location / Region

    Global

    Cost

    $94,500

    Duration

    September-May

    Format

    In-person

    Application deadline

    15 November 2026

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    Creative WritingEntrepreneurshipPolitics
    Accommodation: Included throughout the year
    Meals: Breakfast included daily
    Latest verified cycle: 2027-2028
    Faculty support: Weekly one-on-one advising
    Main output: Independent Capstone Project

    Baret Scholars Global Gap Year summary

    Baret Scholars is a structured traveling gap year that treats seven world regions as the classroom, combining expert-led study with direct cultural experience.

    Students take part in masterclasses, workshops, city excursions, seminars and seven-day educational expeditions while developing an independent Capstone Project.

    It best suits curious, independent young adults who want intensive global exposure, close faculty advising and time to reflect before or alongside university planning.

    What is Baret Scholars Global Gap Year?

    Baret Scholars Global Gap Year is a structured educational journey built around seven world regions. Students learn from regional experts through the Morning Program, seminars, workshops, excursions and curated seven-day Fellowships.

    A traveling faculty provides seminars and weekly one-on-one advising, while college counseling and Life Design support future planning. Each scholar also develops an independent Capstone Project and has time for personal exploration.

    Why Succeed highlights Baret Scholars Global Gap Year

    • The seven-region structure links academic discussion to direct observation of different political, economic and cultural settings.

    • Regional experts contribute 30 hours of masterclasses, workshops and excursions in each principal host city.

    • Weekly one-on-one advising adds continuity to a year otherwise defined by frequent travel and changing regional contexts.

    • The independent Capstone Project gives each student a sustained thread of inquiry across the journey.

    • Traveling security and medical officers provide a documented layer of health and safety support.

    Who is Baret Scholars Global Gap Year for?

    Best for

    Independent, curious young adults who want a highly structured global year combining travel, academic inquiry, mentoring and a self-directed project.

    Not ideal if

    You prefer a fixed campus, a narrowly specialized curriculum or a low-cost experience with limited travel logistics.

    Is Baret Scholars Global Gap Year worth it?

    The program can be compelling for a student who will actively connect regional experiences, seminars and advising to a purposeful Capstone Project. Its unusually broad route and sustained faculty support offer more structure than independent gap-year travel.

    The central limitation is value for money: the standard fee is comparable to a year at a top-tier US university, while funding is limited and competitive. Families should also be comfortable with continuous travel, visa preparation and possible route changes.

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    Cost and what is included

    $94,500; includes Daily Morning Program lecture series, Seven-day curated Fellowships, Weekly advising with Deans and Fellows, Afternoon Program seminars, All program flights and transportation, Accommodation throughout the program year, Breakfast seven days a week.

    Accommodation

    Included throughout the year

    Meals

    Breakfast included daily

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    September-May; Global.

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    How much preparation does Baret Scholars Global Gap Year need?

    Effort level

    High.

    Best started

    Begin four to eight weeks before your preferred admissions round, allowing extra time to discuss funding, passports and visa needs.

    Main challenge

    Showing how the journey supports a thoughtful personal or academic direction.

    Typical preparation

    • Map your interests to a possible Capstone, Fellowship or motivation response without treating the first idea as binding.

    • Prepare examples of activities that show an accurate picture of your life outside traditional academics.

    • Use the interview to explain your motivations and ask practical questions about travel, support, funding and the route.

    Useful if

    You can explain your curiosity, independence and reasons for undertaking a global year.

    What do students do on Baret Scholars Global Gap Year?

    Students move through seven regions while combining structured group learning, educational travel, personal advising and independent work.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Join regional masterclasses, workshops and city excursions through the Morning Program.

    2. 2

      Study entrepreneurship, politics, creative writing and other topics in faculty-led seminars.

    3. 3

      Take part in seven-day Fellowships that explore each region beyond the host city.

    4. 4

      Meet a faculty adviser one-to-one each week and use college counseling and Life Design support.

    5. 5

      Develop an independent Capstone Project throughout the year.

    6. 6

      Use independent time to explore places, questions and interests more deeply.

    Baret Scholars Global Gap Year dates and deadlines

    Application deadline

    15 November 2026

    Priority admissions round for Fall 2027.

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    Program dates

    September 2027-May 2028

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    Eligibility and requirements

    • Applicants must be ages 17-22.

    • The program serves college-aged students.

    • Students from any country may apply.

    • Applicants should be independent, curious and ready for extensive travel.

    How much does Baret Scholars Global Gap Year cost?

    Standard tuition and fees

    $94,500 — Comprises $64,500 tuition and a $30,000 travel fee.

    Funding or discounts

    • Jeanne Baret Scholarships: Up to $30,000 — Achievement- and promise-based awards selected in the application.
    • Need-Based Financial Assistance: Variable — Competitive support requiring an additional multi-stage financial review.
    • Payment schedule: Three installments — One-third at signing, then typical April and June installments.

    What's included

    Daily Morning Program lecture series, Seven-day curated Fellowships, Weekly advising with Deans and Fellows, Afternoon Program seminars, All program flights and transportation, Accommodation throughout the program year, Breakfast seven days a week

    How to apply to Baret Scholars Global Gap Year

    1. 1

      Complete the official getting-started form to create an application account.

    2. 2

      Check the student's personal email for portal login credentials.

    3. 3

      Complete forms covering activities, school performance and interests.

    4. 4

      Write a short response about a possible Capstone, Fellowship or motivation for joining.

    5. 5

      Submit the complete application within the chosen admissions round.

    6. 6

      Attend an interview about your accomplishments, passions and reasons for taking a Baret year.

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    What does Baret Scholars Global Gap Year cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Morning Program

    Regional experts lead masterclasses, workshops and city excursions connected to each destination.

    Faculty Seminars

    Students explore disciplines including entrepreneurship, politics and creative writing.

    Educational Fellowships

    Seven-day curated expeditions extend learning beyond each principal host city.

    Capstone Project

    Each scholar pursues an independent project across the year.

    Advising and Life Design

    Weekly advising, college counseling and Life Design support personal and academic planning.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Baret Scholars Global Gap Year?

    A typical day during the program.

    Morning Program

    TED-style talks, masterclasses, workshops and excursions connect learning to each region.

    Faculty advising

    Each student meets one-to-one with faculty for guidance and reflection.

    Capstone Project

    Students develop an independent inquiry alongside regional learning.

    Fellowships

    Curated expeditions take students beyond the principal host city.

    Who teaches on Baret Scholars Global Gap Year?

    A traveling team of faculty and staff includes lawyers, filmmakers, expedition leaders and scientists who graduated from leading universities worldwide. Regional experts also contribute to masterclasses, workshops and excursions.

    Students receive weekly one-on-one advising from faculty.

    Where do students stay on Baret Scholars Global Gap Year?

    Residential plan

    • Year-long accommodation: The travel fee covers accommodation throughout the Baret program year.
    • Daily breakfast: Breakfast is included seven days a week.
    • Program transportation: Program flights and transportation are included in the travel fee.
    • Traveling safety team: Security and medical officers vet the itinerary and travel with the group.

    Breakfast is the only meal identified as included for the class of 2027.

    What happens after Baret Scholars Global Gap Year?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Complete an independent Capstone Project reflecting sustained personal inquiry.

    Use college counseling to prepare for university applications and study.

    Apply Life Design work to future subject, career and purpose decisions.

    Develop cultural literacy and critical thinking across regional contexts.

    Build an international network through the traveling cohort and regional encounters.

    Baret describes the program as preparation for college, not a replacement for college.

    Where does Baret Scholars Global Gap Year take place?

    The principal route moves through New York City, São Paulo, Paris, Istanbul, Nairobi, New Delhi and Beijing, with additional regional destinations visited through Fellowships. Each host city anchors study of its region's culture, politics and economy.

    Dates and destinations may change because of safety concerns, visa restrictions or other factors.

    Baret Scholars Global Gap Year FAQs

    Baret serves college-aged students from any country who are between 17 and 22 years old.

    The seven principal host cities are New York City, São Paulo, Paris, Istanbul, Nairobi, New Delhi and Beijing. Fellowships extend into other destinations within each region.

    Faculty seminars range from entrepreneurship to politics and creative writing. Regional masterclasses, workshops and excursions also examine local culture, economics and public life.

    It is an independent project developed throughout the year. Applicants may propose an idea, but the initial topic is not binding.

    Students receive weekly one-on-one faculty advising, college counseling and a Life Design course. A traveling team also oversees learning, health and security.

    The travel fee covers program flights, transportation and accommodation throughout the year. Breakfast is included seven days a week.

    Students must submit their own visa applications. Baret provides one-on-one support based on each scholar's passport and travel needs.

    Applicants may choose either Jeanne Baret Scholarships, worth up to $30,000, or Need-Based Financial Assistance. Both routes are limited and competitive.

    Alternatives to Baret Scholars Global Gap Year

    These shorter programs offer focused international relations, politics or leadership study for students who do not want a full traveling gap year.

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