November 5, 2025

Planning Your Post-IB Path — From Gap Year to Uni Prep

The IB journey ends, but your next chapter begins. Whether you're planning a gap year, applying to universities, or still unsure, here's how to plan your next steps without stress.

Planning Your Post-IB Path — From Gap Year to Uni Prep

The IB journey ends, but your next chapter begins.

Whether you're planning a gap year, applying to universities, or still unsure, here's how to plan your next steps without stress.

🎓 1. Reflect Before You Rush

Ask yourself three questions:

  1. What parts of IB did I enjoy most?
  2. When was I most engaged?
  3. What did I hate — and why?

Your answers guide both subject and career choices more than any university ranking.

✈️ 2. Gap Year Done Right

A gap year isn't just a break — it's an opportunity to grow.

You can:

  • Volunteer locally or abroad
  • Intern in a field you're curious about
  • Take online university courses to explore majors
  • Learn new skills (coding, languages, design)

💬 3. If You're Heading to Uni Soon

Start preparing for independence:

  • Learn to cook three meals
  • Set up a digital calendar system
  • Practice budgeting
  • Research housing, clubs, and student resources

🧠 4. Keep Growing Intellectually

Learning doesn't stop with exams.

Use your StudyIB notes to teach others, or review key ideas to stay sharp before uni starts.

📲 Organize your post-IB goals with StudyIB

💬 Talk to other IB grads about gap years and uni prep: Discord community

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