What is the age range for Semester at Sea?

Everything you need to know about applying to Semester at Sea. Is there an age requirement for student voyagers? Yes. Students must be 18 at time of embarkation.

Can adults do Semester at Sea?

The Semester at Sea Lifelong Learning Program invites adventurous adult travelers to grow, experience, and explore on our academic voyages.

What year do most people do Semester at Sea?

Generally speaking, students who take a semester or year abroad do it during their junior year.

How hard is it to get accepted to Semester at Sea?

What are my chances of gaining admission? If you are in good academic standing and have a good record with regard to behavior on your home campus, you will be given every consideration. Semester at Sea operates with the philosophy that all undergraduate students should study abroad.

Who goes to Semester at Sea?

Semester at Sea's passenger ship brings together college students with learners at all stages of life to study with world-renowned professors in a shipboard classroom setting and in countries around the globe.

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How much does Semester at Sea actually cost?

For many students, participating in a study abroad program can seem out of reach given the cost. For fall 2024, for instance, Semester at Sea is charging between $32,900 and $36,100, depending on whether a student chooses the standard or premium cabin option.

Does everyone get into Semester at Sea?

Yes, students from all majors regularly enroll in Semester at Sea. More than 40 majors are typically represented on any given voyage.

How do people afford Semester at Sea?

60% of Voyagers Receive Some Form of Financial Aid

Even students who do not qualify for standard forms of financial aid (such as Pell Grants) on their home campuses may be eligible for scholarships through the Institute for Shipboard Education (ISE) and Semester at Sea.

Is there alcohol on Semester at Sea?

Alcohol Onboard the Ship

Students are prohibited from bringing alcohol onboard the vessel. Also disallowed are empty souvenir bottles. Alcohol beverages are available for purchase onboard the vessel on designated sea days.

Can parents go on Semester at Sea?

Parent and Family Travel Program. Parent and family trips are a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for parents and family members to experience Semester at Sea alongside their voyager.

How many kids go on Semester at Sea?

The Semester at Sea shipboard community is unlike any other. With over 600 students, faculty, staff, and Lifelong Learners on board, voyagers build connections with people from around the world with whom to explore and become lifelong friends.

Can you do Semester at Sea without going to college?

journey at sea! Open to recent high school graduates, who have not been previously enrolled at an undergraduate college or university (must be a graduating senior to apply).

Can you pick your roommate on Semester at Sea?

It is expected that most participants will have a specific individual in mind to live with and mutual roommate requests will be honored when possible, regardless of gender, as long as both parties are requesting the same cabin type.

Is Semester at Sea a good idea?

Studying with Semester at Sea will give you a once in a lifetime chance to spend several months living on a ship. Our floating college is large enough to host classes, student life activities, and seminars, yet it is small enough to feel like a home. There are seven decks to work, study, and play.

Is Semester at Sea All Inclusive?

All meals aboard the ship are included — even on days in port.

Can you leave Semester at Sea early?

Cancel 59-45 days prior to voyage – Lose 50% of program fee and deposit* Cancel 44-31 days prior to voyage – Lose 75% of program fee and deposit* Cancel 30 days or less prior to the voyage and after voyage departure – Lose 100% of program fee and deposit*

How many bags can you bring on Semester at Sea?

Please note that there is a limit of 2 pieces of luggage, plus one carry-on per person. This video provides tips and suggestions, but is not an exhaustive list. The full Semester at Sea suggested packing list can be viewed here.

Is Semester at Sea hard?

Semester at Sea is an incredibly unique study abroad experience that a lot of people at home think is a semester off or “not a real study abroad program”; but SAS is challenging in totally different ways than a “normal” study abroad experience. It is challenging because so much happens in a short period.

Can high schoolers do Semester at Sea?

Studying abroad as a high schooler is amazing enough—but high school at sea? Opportunities with these programs allow students to jump into a world of discovery high school semester at sea. It allows for personal growth and adventure at a young age, setting you up for a future of exploration.

How many places do you go on Semester at Sea?

A unique study abroad experience, different from all others.

Unlike traditional study abroad programs, Semester at Sea takes place on a 1,000-passenger ship and sails to 10+ countries on each voyage.

Why do people do Semester at Sea?

For students looking for more than a typical single-country study abroad experience, Semester at Sea opens up a world of possibilities for academic, cross-cultural, and personal growth.

Are there actually schools on cruise ships?

About Program

Semester at Sea is a unique opportunity to travel around the world with a cruise ship as your campus and an ever-changing scenery as your view.