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Postgraduate (PG) year at a boarding school

Various U.S. independent boarding schools

Costs you

$55,000–$75,000

$55,000-$75,000 for the academic year; financial aid varies widely by school

We take no commission if you enroll and have no relationship with the operator.

These pay you instead

US-Flag Small Ship Crew (Deckhand / Steward)$1,000–$1,400/wkContract Wildland Fire Crew (Type 2 IA)$18–$29/hrAlaska seafood processing$18–$27/hr

An extra academic year at a private boarding school after high school graduation, largely driven by athletic recruiting. Almost entirely invisible to gap year industry data.

Term
8 mo–9 mo
Housing
Provided
Meals
Provided
Airfare
Not covered
Selectivity
Selective
Age
17–20
Citizenship
Any citizenship

Official site

Verified 9/10/2026 · www.boardingschoolreview.com