Transitional- great opportunity for students’ who are unsure of what college is the best fit for them; continue to learn and gain a better understanding of what the next step will be: what 4-year college will support you best (offers’ further exploration and clarity through taking college courses). 

Opportunity to Explore Major Options- if you are undecided, attending a community college may be an option to consider; the classes are much cheaper, supporting greater exploration.

Flexible Schedule- lighter workload (in comparison to a 4-year degree), offer far more night classes than other universities and more schedule options; allowing students’ to uphold jobs and good grades.

Smaller Classes- Professors’ are easily accessible; students are able to connect and receive help/feedback more readily.

Qualified Professors- wide range of professionals from "retired" University Professors to Professors fresh out of a master's program (all to which are well-seasoned academically and attain an impressive resume).

Improve your Skills- great opportunity for students to gain 1:1 support in areas such as reading, writing, and mathematics. 

Support Services- tutoring, study skills workshops, academic advising, counseling, career planning, and adapted software or assistive equipment for people with mobility, vision, learning, or hearing disabilities.

One-Year and Two-Year Degrees- receive an associates, certification, or technical degree.

Kern, R. (2010). 7 Questions to Ask When Considering a Gap Year. U.S. News. Retrieved from: https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/right-school/timeline/articles/2010/05/19/7-questions-to-ask-when-considering-a-gap-year