Plan Your Own Gap Year — With Expert Guidance in Your Pocket
Not every gap year needs a full-service planner. If you're the type who wants to build your own path — but doesn't want to start from scratch — the DIY Gap Year Toolkit gives you the exact tools a professional gap year consultant uses, so you can plan with confidence instead of guesswork.
What’s Inside
Budget templates — plan realistic costs for programs, travel, gear, and daily spending, so there are no surprises mid-year
Program vetting checklists — the same criteria Susan uses to evaluate safety, legitimacy, and fit before recommending any program to a client
Planning resources — goal setting exercises, how to structure your gap year, & over 140 gap year opportunities to consider.
Who It’s For
The toolkit is built for self-directed students who:
Want to design their own gap year without committing to a single structured program
Are comfortable doing their own research, but want an expert framework to guide it
Want professional-grade planning tools without the cost of full consulting
Want more support?
If you get partway through and realize you want a second set of eyes — or you'd rather have someone build the plan with you — you can apply your toolkit purchase toward hourly consulting or a full planning package at any time.
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Not sure where to begin?
Complete the quick form, and Susan will respond with a few gap year ideas tailored to your goals.