I am taking a year off before i start college
Oh really? Why are you taking a gap year?
I want to get a a mature outlook with which to absorb the benefits of higher education.
What will you do during that time that will help you mature?
I will get a part-time job to get money to travel to Europe.
That sounds really great, but will you be able to earn enough money to travel with just a part-time job?
Yes, if i avoid those frauds romising the victim a significant share of a large sum of money, in return for a small up-front payment.