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Some colleges have started offering their own gap year programs to support students who want to take a year off in a meaningful way. Below, we’ll look at four of these programs.
American University Gap Program
When to apply: By July 15 or November 15
Is there funding available? No.
In American University Gap Program, students spend three days per week with a government or business organization in the city. Students go on field trips, listen to guest speakers, take part in hands-on lessons and work on service projects as a group. Students who complete the program can earn seven credits.
Duke University Gap Year Program
When to apply: By early May of each year
Is there funding available? Yes, $5,000 to $15,000.
Though Duke University has no course of study or experience for its gap year program, it encourages students to have an independent plan for their year off, particularly one that promotes personal growth. Independent experiences may include community service, personalized experiential learning opportunities and others.
Florida State University Gap Year
When to apply: By February 24
Is there funding available? Yes, up to $5,000.
Florida State University offers gap year funding to students wishing to work or volunteer before starting college. In order to get the momey, students must explain their plans for their gap year. The experience must last over one year.
St. Norbert College Bridge Year Experience
When to apply: not specified
Is there funding available? Not specified.
Students taking part in the Bridge Year Experience can travel to locations such as New Mexico, Wisconsin and Guatemala during the fall term, where they learn about the local cultures, take courses and get service opportunities.
1. What does Duke University advise students to do during their gap year?
A. Focus on their personal growth. B. Be independent of their parents.
C. Apply before the end of November. D. Contact some off-campus organization.
2. How can students get gap year funding from Florida State University?
A. By having extra credits. B. By organizing several projects.
C. By showing their gap plans. D. By doing volunteer work.
3. If you are interested in travelling, you can choose ________.
A. Florida State University Gap Year B. American University Gap Program
C. Duke University Gap Year Program D. St. Norbert College Bridge Year Experience
【答案】1. A 2. C 3. D
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个大学的间隔年项目情况。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Duke University Gap Year Program部分中“Though Duke University has no course of study or experience for its gap year program, it encourages students to have an independent plan for their year off, particularly one that promotes personal growth.(尽管杜克大学的间隔年项目没有课程或经历，但它鼓励学生为自己的间隔年制定一个独立的计划，尤其是能促进个人成长的计划)”可知，杜克大学建议学生在间隔年关注他们的个人成长。故选A。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Florida State University Gap Year部分中“Florida State University offers gap year funding to students wishing to work or volunteer before starting college. In order to get the momey, students must explain their plans for their gap year.(佛罗里达州立大学为希望在上大学前工作或做志愿者的学生提供间隔年资金。为了拿到这笔钱，学生们必须解释他们对间隔年的计划)”可知，学生可以通过展示他们的间隔计划从佛罗里达州立大学获得间隔年资金。故选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“Students taking part in the Bridge Year Experience can travel to locations such as New Mexico, Wisconsin and Guatemala during the fall term, where they learn about the local cultures, take courses and get service opportunities.(参加桥梁年体验的学生可以在秋季学期前往新墨西哥州、威斯康星州和危地马拉等地，在那里他们了解当地文化，参加课程并获得服务机会)”可知，如果你对旅游感兴趣，你可以选择St. Norbert College Bridge Year Experience。故选D。
