Can you get accepted into college and still take a year off before going?

Question

I'm curious but can one person still apply for college their senior year and get accepted and still wait a year before attending the college?

Answer 1

Some colleges will allow you to defer enrollment for a year, but it depends on the college.

From the website listed in my sources:

Here's how it works, generally speaking. First, you make your deferral request in writing to the admissions office--explaining, in a sincere and mature way, why you need time off before beginning your college career. Keep in mind, there's likely to be a set deadline for making this request. (At Boston College, for example, your request must be in by the deposit deadline.) Then… you wait.

If the college grants your deferment, you'll likely have between one semester and two years at your disposal, depending on the school. Oh yes, and in some cases, you may be required to hold your spot with a deposit.

Answer 2

I would recommend taking the ACT/SAT while you still have your high school knowledge fresh in your mind. As many have said - taking a year off of school almost always results in many just not going back or doing poorly once they return. You CAN retake the tests, no matter how old and what grade level you are in - many colleges actually offer them on their campuses, even for non-enrolled students. Honestly, I would advise you to go on to college if you want it now - going to college does not mean postponing a life. For many, it's a party, but for the ones who actually want to do something with themselves, it's not any different than going out into the real world. My suggestion is this: find a community college or university that offers online courses that are VERY likely to transfer and take general education classes while you're on "break." You can be a part-time student until you want to return, that way you don't lose your study habits and the knowledge you need for the ACT or SAT. Or heck, find a local community college and GO to the classes - one or two classes during the week isn't a big deal or time-consumer. In fact, you could keep going until you get your associate's degree - which is basically completion of your general education credits. That means you won't have to take gen ed's when you go back full time, most likely at another institution. You can still have a life AND go to college. Another perk is that you can obtain recommendations from your community college so you don't have to ask your high school teachers. If you get the recommendations now, but don't go back immediately, it will look suspicious when you mail them and they're a year old (most teachers seal their recommendations - they're considered confidential, meaning you don't get to read them), AND they see you graduated in a certain year but didn't go right away. Many admissions officers will find that strange or send a red flag - they will most likely ask what you did during that year off. So, in short - get your general education credits out of the way at a community college (or online through your desired university) and still have your break!

Answer 3

Many colleges will allow you to defer admission for a year.

My best friend's daughter got accepted to a number of schools as a senior. She decided to take a year off to live in France. She had no problems from the school she chose & will start up this Fall.

Answer 4

Absolutely, though it really depends on the school. Some do not offer this option, while others allow you to take a semester or even a year off before attending school. This would be a great question to ask the admissions office at some of your chosen schools (it's easier than it sounds, just call them directly, I've done it myself), or, better yet, talk to your guidance counselor about options like this. Good luck!

Answer 5

no when you get accepted into a college, you are accepted for that particular year and semester in which you applied. if you decide to take a year off you will have to re-apply and your application will be re-evaluated.