Many undergraduates are facing intense pressure and burnout due to the demanding process of applying to graduate school. To combat this stress, a growing number are opting to take gap years, which enable them to relax and take their time in preparing thoughtful applications. These years can provide opportunities for personal growth and help students develop a better sense of themselves. Particularly in medical education, over 70% of applicants now take a gap year, reflecting a broader recognition of the need for balance before pursuing further education.
Undergrads face burnout applying to graduate school, and many are now taking gap years to create solid applications and foster personal growth.
Taking a gap year allows students to improve their applications and experience life as adults, transcending the intense demands of the admissions process.
Over 70% of medical school applicants now take a gap year; this trend highlights the burdens placed upon students by a dehumanizing admissions process.
Gap years can serve as a strain-relief for students, contributing to their wellness and resilience during the vital years of their education.
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