Taking time off before college
One often discounted option that high school graduates have available to them is called a Gap Year. Colleges and Universities will often allow admitted students the opportunity (and sometimes even request if they are overenrolled) to take a year off before they start there college career. In these cases, the college will hold your spot until the beginning of the following academic year, giving you the opportunity to work, travel and explore the world before you even get to school.