Is food included on Semester at Sea?

All meals aboard the ship are included — even on days in port. Meals are served buffet-style three times a day.

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.

What are the benefits of Semester at Sea?

Can you drink on Semester at Sea?

Alcohol Onboard the Ship

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 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.

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How hard is it to get into 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 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.

What do people do on Semester at Sea?

When the ship is at sea, you will attend classes that are relevant to your degree, taught by our award-winning faculty and carefully planned to help you contextualize your travel experiences.

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.

What can you bring on Semester at Sea?

How many students go on Semester at Sea?

Nearly 73,000 undergraduate students from over 1,500 colleges and universities have participated in Semester at Sea. During the spring and fall semesters, up to 600 undergraduates participate in the 100- to 110-day program.

Can freshman do Semester at Sea?

Students can start their undergraduate. 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).

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).

What is the minimum GPA for Semester at Sea?

No age requirement, but students must have graduated from high school in order to participate. There is a minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA requirement.

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.

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

How long does Semester at Sea last?

All of our Semester at Sea voyages on the MV World Odyssey are 100+ days, explore at least 10 countries, and allow students to earn 12-15 academic credits from Colorado State University. Explore the transformative upcoming fall and spring programs below! Student Financial Aid Opens Feb. 5, 2024!

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.

Do you need a passport for Semester at Sea?

Due to the cumulative number of blank visa pages required for entry by each country on the Spring 2019 voyage itinerary, Semester at Sea will require voyagers to obtain or possess a fully blank standard passport prior to begin the visa process. The standard 28-page U.S. passport contains exactly 17 visa pages.

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 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.

What is the drinking age on Semester at Sea?

While on the ship, voyagers' access to alcohol is controlled and is available only on designated dates and times (not every day) and limited to no more than two drinks (beer or wine only; available to those 18 and over while the ship is in international waters).

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!