How to Apply
Does the Brown Ledge Gap Year seem like a good fit for you? Please call or e-mail our director, Timothy Shuker-Haines, if you have any questions about our program. Timothy would be happy to speak with you via phone: 1-888-74-FOCUS or by e-mail: directorREMOVETHISBEFORESENDING@brownledgegapyear.org.
If you are ready to apply, please read below:
Application Process
Our application process is pretty straightforward. We have a two page application form that will help us get to know you. You need to fill out this form and return it with a $25.00 check. There are two adult recommendations and one peer recommendation. Please read through the recommendation pages and select the best adults and a peer to represent you. We would like a copy of your official transcript from your current school. Once your materials arrive, we will set-up an interview. It is best if it is face-to-face but we can arrange a phone interview if the distance is too great.
The application checklist will guide you through the process. You can download the application checklist here.
You can request that an application be sent to you via our contact form on the Contact Us page or you can download a copy of our application [including the recommendation forms] here.
Brown Ledge Gap Year Application (Adobe PDF, 47K)
Brown Ledge Gap Year Application Checklist (Adobe PDF, 31K)
Rolling Decision
Our admission decisions are on a rolling-basis so the sooner you send in your entire application, the sooner you will know our decision. You may want to request an official copy of your transcript now and begin thinking about who will write your recommendations. These two steps often take the most time. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions, or concerns.