<p>Good for you for thinking about if now is the time. </p>
<p>I know a couple students that have taken a GAP and work with an Americorp type program. It was great for them. Both think that it made them more “ready” for college and gave them some educational dollars -that come at the end of some programs. In one case the experience got them an additional scholarship. </p>
<p>We are all very different so listen to yourself and those around you, who’s opinions you value and that have earned your trust over your lifetime.</p>