I took a gap year and now I am applying for the fall. I took a gap year to save up some money as well as to have a mental health break. We've been in school for so many years that I just wanted a break before going to graduate school and I am so happy I did. Working full- time has allowed me to miss school and I think I will be much more refreshed and ready to go now. I think if you take a gap year and boost your GRE scores and work in a related field, it will be a good idea.