Is food free on Semester at Sea?

Crew gratuities ($2 per day) are included with your program fees. All meals aboard the ship are included — even on days in port. Meals are served buffet-style three times a day.

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 are the benefits of Semester at Sea?

Can you drink during Semester at Sea?

Alcohol Onboard the Ship

Also disallowed are empty souvenir bottles. Alcohol beverages are available for purchase onboard the vessel on designated sea days. The availability of alcohol onboard is a privilege afforded to students with the expectation that those who choose to drink will do so responsibly.

Is Semester at Sea All Inclusive?

All meals aboard the ship are included — even on days in port. Meals are served buffet-style three times a day. Vegetarian options are made available at every meal. A late-night snack for a quick study break is also available most evenings at sea.

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Is it hard 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.

How do people pay for Semester at Sea?

To make deposit payments online:

Deposit payment may also be paid by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover) via the application and deposit portal. The entire balance of the program cost is due 90 days prior to sailing (excluding participants enrolled in the Semester at Sea payment plan).

Does financial aid cover Semester at Sea?

However, there are financial aid options available for students. Semester at Sea, for instance, awards more than $5 million in funds annually through merit- and need-based scholarships and grants. The program also matches one semester of funding for all Pell Grant recipients.

Can parents go on Semester at Sea?

Parent and family trips are a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for parents and family members to experience Semester at Sea alongside their voyager. As part of our commitment to lifelong learning, Semester at Sea offers unique group travel opportunities for parents, family members, and friends of SAS voyagers.

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.

How long does it take to get accepted into 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. It is advisable to follow up and verify that all components of your application have been received. I am a first semester Freshman.

How many people can go on Semester at Sea?

Unlike traditional study abroad programs, Semester at Sea takes place on a 1,000-passenger ship and sails to 10+ countries on each voyage. A program that connects students and lifelong learners from around the world.

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

What can you bring on Semester at Sea?

How does a Semester at Sea work?

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. With the ship as your home, you'll find adventure, community, and life-changing experiences everywhere you go.

Is Semester at Sea a gap year?

Learn more about sailing as a Gap year Student on Semester at Sea. This is a great guide to share with family and school advisers too!

What GPA do you need for Semester at Sea?

The first step in applying to Semester at Sea is selecting your ideal voyage. I would recommend looking at voyages that are occurring at least a year from your research date. Keep in mind: a $75 application fee is required for SAS along with a 2.75 GPA.

Can any college student do Semester at Sea?

Yes, students from all majors regularly enroll in Semester at Sea.

What college runs Semester at Sea?

Colorado State University: An Ideal Academic Partner

Semester at Sea is proud to have Colorado State University (CSU) as our current academic partner.

Can you pick your roommate on Semester at Sea?

How will roommate pairings be made? 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.

Who are the famous alumni of Semester at Sea?

Since 1963, more than 73,000 students from 1,700 colleges and universities around the world have studied with Semester at Sea. Notable alumni and contributors include Nobel Laureates Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Nelson Mandela, Mother Teresa, and many other world leaders and global thinkers.

Does Semester at Sea have single rooms?

Semester at Sea has a variety of cabin options available to Lifelong Learners, ranging from single cabins to more spacious options that accommodate a family of four.

How much is the Semester at Sea deposit?

A: Students are eligible to enroll in their voyage's SAS Payment Plan once their $1,000 USD deposit has been placed, confirming their enrollment in the voyage. Regardless of when students enroll in the plan, the final payment is due the month of embarkation for that student's voyage.