How hard is it to get into Semester at Sea?

Semester at Sea requires an official copy of your high school transcript. We give preference to students with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher out of 4.0. For students from schools with grading systems that do not use a 4.0 grading scale, our team will complete a GPA conversion as part of the review process.

Does everyone get accepted to 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. 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.

Are Semester at Sea classes hard?

World Campus Afloat (WCA), now Semester at Sea gave me the opportunity to visit 12 different countries in 4 months while attending school. It gave me an opportunity to look and experience numerous different cultures, religions and people while completing some of the hardest course work I had as an undergraduate.

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.

How long does it take to hear back from Semester at Sea?

How long will it take to hear about my admission? Once the Office of Admission has received your completed application, you will receive a reply in about 7-10 business days.

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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.

What grades do you need for Semester at Sea?

Semester at Sea requires an official copy of your high school transcript. We give preference to students with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher out of 4.0. For students from schools with grading systems that do not use a 4.0 grading scale, our team will complete a GPA conversion as part of the review process.

Is Semester at Sea a booze cruise?

While there were plenty of students who genuinely wanted to explore the world around us, I found that most applied to Semester at Sea because of its reputation as a booze cruise. An overwhelming majority of my classmates were culturally apathetic at best, even after sailing to 12 countries.

Can you drink 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.

Can you work while on Semester at Sea?

Students are expected to work two hours a day while at sea, and there will be no work expectations while in port. Grants are awarded in the amount of $4,000, and students are only eligible to apply for one position per voyage.

What is the average age for Semester at Sea?

Age: Ranging from 17 to 27-years-old, with a median age of 21-years-old. United States and International Representation: 9/10 students are from the U.S. The institutions with the most representation are: California (122 students) Colorado (48 students)

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.

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.

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).

Is Semester at Sea All Inclusive?

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

What medication is used for Semester at Sea?

Medication for prevention of MOTION SICKNESS (SEASICKNESS)

Medications such as Meclizine or Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine®) can also be used. Ondansetron or Promethazine pills or Promethazine suppositories (prescription needed for all of these) can be quite helpful for preventing or treating symptoms.

Is food included on Semester at Sea?

There are two dining halls on board, and three meals a day are included in your program fees, even when the ship is in port.

What do people do on Semester at Sea?

Semester at Sea is a multi-country study abroad program where students travel, live and take classes on a ship. For most college students, studying abroad typically entails being immersed in the culture, history and languages of one country.

What do I need to know before a Semester at Sea?

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 days is Semester at Sea?

Lifelong Learners have the opportunity to join the Semester at Sea student voyages and travel to 10-12 countries in 105 days.

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.

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.