Login
Apply Now
Gap Year Mission Trip 2021
Christian Gap Year Program
SHOULD I TAKE A CHRISTIAN GAP YEAR?
90% of students who took a gap year returned to college the following year.
Studies show taking an intentional year off from school can propel students into making the most of their college experience or whatever they decide is next.
60% said a year out of the classroom helped them decide their major and realize their future career.
Gap year students reported feeling much more satisfied once in their careers.
As Seen On
The World Race is a life-changing gap year where you will learn to seek first the kingdom of God, so you can experience a deeper life with Jesus, live in authentic community, serve others and share the love of Jesus. Not just on this gap year, but for the rest of your life.
"Through the World Race, everything that Christ talked about can be experienced every single day." - Colleen Widmaier | World Race alumna
"Through the World Race, everything that Christ talked about can be experienced every single day." - Colleen Widmaier | World Race alumna
Upcoming Trips
Looking for what’s next? Check out these upcoming trips!
Outreach Route
Launching August 2023
4 countries
Eswatini to Guatemala
AGES 17—20
Now Open
August 2023
6 countries
World Race August | 2023
AGES 21—30
Activation Route
Launching August 2023
4 countries
Guatemala to Cambodia
AGES 17—20
Now Open
Launching soon!
6 countries
World Race Expedition | 11 months
AGES 21—30
How the World Race Can Change Your Life
Watch Kristina (Founder and President of H.Y.P.E.) and Daniel (President of Jobrise) share how the World Race changed their lives and helped them discover the callings God has for them.The World Race teaches you how to seek first the kingdom of God. Not just on on the World Race, but for the rest of their lives.
How do I prepare for a Christian gap year program?
Find your Christian gap year program
Apply for our World Race Gap Year program and choose a route. The application process only takes 30 minutes. A member of our team will follow up with you and help answer any questions you have along the way.Fundraise for your Christian gap year program
Create a team to support your World Race Gap Year program. Our admissions advisors have fundraised for their own mission trips. With their experience and advice from experts, they will help you through the process of fundraising for your own mission trip.Train for your Christian gap year program
World Race: Gap Year Boot Camp will give you a taste of what we're all about -- leadership, discipleship, teamwork, and seeing God's Kingdom come to Earth. You'll experience worship like you've never experienced before, meet leaders who are excited to pour into you, and begin to bond with your squadmates as the body of Christ. It will be fun. It will be hard. You will be challenged to step outside your comfort zone. This is where the adventure begins!What Gap Year Racers are saying:
93% OF PARTICIPANTS SAY THEY GREW IN INTIMACY WITH GOD
100% GREW IN THEIR CONFIDENCE TO SHARE THEIR FAITH
100% GREW IN THEIR CONFIDENCE TO SHARE THEIR FAITH
You’re at a pivotal point in your life. You want to be who God created you to be and make the right steps that will impact the rest of your life. You’re not alone!
That's why we created our Christian mission trip programs Including our Christian gap year program, World Race Gap Year has sent over 115,000 people on mission trips all over the world. This includes the World Race, which has helped them begin to live in their calling God has for them.
That's why we created our Christian mission trip programs Including our Christian gap year program, World Race Gap Year has sent over 115,000 people on mission trips all over the world. This includes the World Race, which has helped them begin to live in their calling God has for them.
Get $500 Off your fundraising Goal and $350 of Merch when you apply.
Take advantage of this limited time offer to get $500 off your fundraising goal and $350 worth of sweet World Race merchandise!
There’s never been a better time to apply for the World Race, sign up and get your merch today!
Apply Now
Testimonials
Jordan Field
The World Race changed my life, it has singlehandedly been the most impactful thing I've ever done. I witnessed God do incredible things around the world, and grew so much in my identity in Christ. I highly recommend the race to anyone wanting to grow and experience missions!
Read More
Brooks Driver
Absolutely life-changing! My eyes were opened to see God's love for his people. The World Race will stretch your faith and put you under amazing leadership to mentor you along the way.
Brittany Stoll
The Lord showed me what it’s like to have my heartbreak for others who are hurting and how I can love them. My confidence in the Lord has also grown a lot. My identity has been rooted in Christ for a while, but I still let fear have a hold on my life. The Lord helped me to overcome fears, like preaching, evangelizing, and saying hard things in love to teammates. It’s awesome to see how much God worked in me and transformed me this year!
Read More
Whitney Rogers
The World Race Gap Year was the most challenging and life-changing endeavor that I have ever experienced. I built life-long relationships with people all over the world and encountered God in ways that I never thought possible. I learned what it truly means to dream big with the Lord every day. It was by far the most meaningful 9 months of my entire life.
Read More
Drew Dahlsten
I was challenged and stretched in my faith while on the World Race in a way that has produced lasting change. It has opened my mind to what a life of discipleship looks like. God could have done this work in any number of ways but, for me at least, he used Adventures In Missions and the World Race.
Read More
Celeste Lombardo
I don't even know where to begin. But all I can say is go. Don't worry about finances, raise money and trust God. This type of education is better than any education I could find in a classroom. God. Travel. And the people you spend it with will become your "forever friends" and family.
Read More
