Audubon Expedition Institute at Lesley University

Gap Year Option

Take a year with AEI and go on an adventure that will transform your understanding of environmental issues and yourself.  

Many students use AEI as an interim year or gap year between high school and a more traditional college experience. The gap year with AEI is an academically rigorous adventure for those not quite ready for  traditional college but interested in pursuing a deeper ecological understanding of environmental education, leadership, and advocacy. Self-motivated students who have a passion for the environment thrive at AEI. Our students enjoy living outdoors and encountering diverse people and ideas. They are open to the challenges and rewards of hands-on learning. If you have a sense of adventure and desire to be stretched intellectually and personally, the Audubon Expedition Institute is the place for you.

For more detailed information about the gap or interim year option with AEI please contact Paige Manning, Assistant Director Advising and Student Services, via email at pmanning@lesley.edu or call 1-800-999-1959 ext 8489.