// Dequeue jquery-migrate (not needed for modern plugins).
add_action( 'wp_default_scripts', function ( $scripts ) {
if ( ! is_admin() && isset( $scripts->registered['jquery'] ) ) {
$script = $scripts->registered['jquery'];
if ( ! empty( $script->deps ) ) {
$script->deps = array_diff( $script->deps, array( 'jquery-migrate' ) );
}
}
} );
Immersive, Sustainable Travel
Global Semesters are intentionally designed 12-week journeys that combine cultural immersion, ethical community engagement, and personal development across two countries.
Each semester follows a clear structure, guiding students through a progression of learning, reflection, and growth:
Explore our semesters
Students are supported throughout by experienced GapGuru leaders and local teams based in-country year-round. Guided reflection and mentoring help turn experiences into lasting learning, creating a semester that’s adventurous, supportive, and transformative long after the gap year ends.
What you’ll gain
Students gain firsthand insight into international development working with our own non-profit, learning about education, health, infrastructure, and community-led sustainability from the ground up.
Participants can earn transferrable College Credits for US colleges or UCAS points for UK universities. Up to 9 college credits are included and integrated coursework may allow families to use 529 plan funds to support the semester.
Through structured reflection, mentoring and small group learning, students building critical thinking skills, global awareness and a strong sense of purpose.
Global Semesters prioritize intentional travel over rushed tourism, building confidence, adaptability, and cross-cultural understanding.
What you’ll gain
Through structured reflection, mentoring and small group learning, students building critical thinking skills, global awareness and a strong sense of purpose.
Students gain firsthand insight into international development working with our own non-profit, learning about education, health, infrastructure, and community-led sustainability from the ground up.
Participants can earn transferrable College Credits for US colleges or UCAS points for UK universities. Up to 9 college credits are included and integrated coursework may allow families to use 529 plan funds to support the semester.
Global Semesters prioritize intentional travel over rushed tourism, building confidence, adaptability, and cross-cultural understanding.
