Sea Education Association: Programs at Sea - Summer Session
- Location(s): Programs at Sea, Multi-Region: United States
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Research
Sea Education Association
This SEA program offers students a comprehensive understanding of the world’s oceans through interdisciplinary coursework on shore and at sea. To a large extent, the fate of the oceans determines the fate of the planet. The sea is so complex that ... read more
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I learned how to sail a 135 foot sailing vessel, nautical science, celestial navigation, maritime studies (history of human interaction with the sea), marine biology, field data collection, leadership skills, time management skills, team-building skills, and how to produce a scientific paper. A student - Cornell University View Entire Review
Spending a semester with S.E.A was the grandest adventure I have ever had. I was pushed academically in a way that I had never experienced before and may never experience again. The professors and crew were the most understanding and helpful people that I have ever had a chance to be in class with. I learned more from them in a ... Becky S - Lesley College View Entire Review
many things that I will wish never to forget Benjamen D - Ithaca College View Entire Review
I learned how to better work with other people, and I learned a great deal about myself. This experience truly shaped me as a person. Caroline C - Colgate University View Entire Review
very worthwhile Brittany D - Illinois State University View Entire Review
It was worth every single scrap of while. I gained an attitude of wonder and awe and respect and learned to give my all in work and supporting others and the natural world, and to walk in love because it supports a tired body and lifts those around it. Christina W - University of Hawaii - Maui Community College View Entire Review
Not only do you learn how to navigate and sail; but getting to stand watch, and being responsible for the well being of everyone on board is an amazing experience. You will make some of your greatest life long friends, because nothing can quite compare with the relationships you make with your shipmates. A student - University of Colorado - Boulder View Entire Review
Yes! It was absolutely amazing! The way that I formed bonds with people and the way that together we overcame challenges surpassed my expectations. I thought I would just learn how to sail and collect scientific data, but I learned so much about myself, what I am capable of, and what people are capable of when they support each ... Chelsea G - University of Mary Washington View Entire Review
It was absolutely worth it. Four weeks on the open ocean, sailing a tall ship...If you're looking at this review, you're already interested in this program. Go for it. Kirsten S - University of South Carolina - Columbia View Entire Review
About
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadResearch
Program Length(s):
- Summer
Instruction Language(s):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Environmental Studies
- Environmental Science
- English Language and Literature
- Liberal Arts, General Studies
- History
Minimum GPA:
0.0Year Founded:
1971Website
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Sea Education Association Scholarships
One award per year available to a deserving Journalism major.
$2,500
For Bermuda students enrolled in SEA Semester, SEA will match the scholarship value for any student who receives an award from The National Transportation Board or the Bermuda Zoological Association.
Matched
If you learned about SEA Semester from an alumnus or alumna of our program, you may be eligible for this award.
Up to $2,500
One award is available per each SEA Semester class for a student from one of the five colleges in the "5-College Consortium" (Smith College, Mt. Holyoke College, Amherst College, University of Massachusetts at Amherst, Hampshire College).
$5,000
One award per year is available to a resident of Canada participating in a SEA Semester.
Up to $5,000
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