HMI Gap Semesters unite outdoor adventure, environmental service, and leadership development on an unforgettable journey to some of the world’s most awe-inspiring places. Our students realize their full potential to thrive as engaged citizens of the world by exploring with intention.
Traverse Semesters
- Backpacking, rock climbing, white water rafting, and backcountry skiing
- Conservation and environmental service
- Based in Colorado, Utah, and Arizona
- 80 days
- Spring and Fall programming
Trek Semesters
- Backpacking and wilderness travel
- Conservation and environmental service
- Based in Colorado, Utah, and Patagonia
- 80 days
- Spring and Fall programming
Rock Semesters
- Rock climbing and backpacking
- Conservation and environmental service
- Based in Colorado, Utah, and Patagonia
- 80 days
- Fall programming only
Recent Gap blog posts
Trek’s Last Adventure’s Before Patagonia!
Greetings! This is Annie and I’m writing from HMI’s snow covered campus in Leadville. Trek did a 14 day backpacking loop through the Dark, Youngs,
Climbing the Canyons of Utah
Written by: Santi and Jasper During the third section of our gap trip, we traveled to Indian Creek, Utah. With downcast eyes and heavy hearts
Comfortable in the Unkown: First Expedition with Fall Gap!
By Art Couture and JD Wilson As we first arrived at HMI, feelings of being in an unfamiliar place arose in all of us. As
Research shows that students who take a gap year:
Have a higher college GPA
Are more likely to graduate in 4 years
Arrive at college more emotionally and socially prepared to succeed
For a comprehensive overview of the latest research and data on gap year benefits visit the Gap Year Association’s Data & Benefits page.
HMI Gap Awards & Accreditation
