The answer is no; Many gap year programs offer college credit. The concept of “taking a break first” got a “high-profile boost when Princeton University began its “bridge year” program last fall. Twenty Princeton freshmen spent nine months last year not in the classroom but working in one of several foreign service programs” (Grose). So universities are also on board for this gap year program. However, some people think that trying to go back to college after a break will be difficult, but they did it in high school after fall or summer break. Parents also worry that you will finish college much later than your peers. The average time to earn a bachelor's degree is around six years, so even by taking a gap year, students will still be the same age as their peers. Some people may also realize that a gap year isn't for them, and that's okay. It is advisable to do your own research before carrying out any type of operation