As for taking time off. IF you are going to do some work in the human services this is probably a good plan. Most Social Work schools consider experience as one of the criteria used in admission. The majority of students that I’ve admitted to the programs I’ve worked in had worked post BA.

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I’ve heard one too many stories of those who take “a year off” and don’t end up going back, or regret not going back sooner. Go now while you are still young, most legit master’s programs have limits on how many students they accept, and I think you will have a better chance of getting in fresh out of school. But honestly, as long as you get a master’s degree (along with the licensing to go with it -LPC or LSW) you will be better off, and not making a ridiculously low salary for someone with a bachelor’s degree.

I don’t understand, why all the extra time for the History minor esp when it isn’t going to help you get a job? Sounds like some charismatic teacher roped you into that one.