Sea Education Association: Programs at Sea – Transatlantic Crossing ( Summer )
- Location(s): Programs at Sea, Multi-Region: Ireland: United States
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Research
Sea Education Association
Cross an entire ocean... Join the ranks of world-class sailors and pre-19th century world travelers. You will cross the second-largest ocean from North America to Ireland in this exciting and adventurous 4-week summer program. Choose from coursewo... read more
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I learned so much about Marine Biology and myself. I grew into a stronger scientist and person. It was absolutely worthwhile. Ellice P - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned so much about sailing, how research is conducted, how to work with different people toward a common goal, and how to find common ground with strangers. Matt E - University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign View Entire Review
About
Cross an entire ocean... Join the ranks of world-class sailors and pre-19th century world travelers. You will cross the second-largest ocean from North America to Ireland in this exciting and adventurous 4-week summer program. Choose from coursework in either leadership or oceanographic research while making the crossing, a culturally significant event given the role it played in the expansion of Western Civilization to the New World. No sailing experience required!
Who Should Apply?
All majors- ideal for the undergraduate with an interest in the oceans. You may choose either a science of leadership track, offering you flexibility in project topics and transfer credit.
Academic Credit
3-4 semester credit hours from Boston University upon successful completion of the program.
Financial Aid
SEA Semester is dedicated to making your experience affordable. We grant over one million dollars of financial aid every year, and meet all demonstrated need.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadResearch
Program Length(s):
- Summer
Instruction Language(s):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Natural Resources, Conservation
- Communication and Media Studies
- Business
- Business Administration and Management
Minimum GPA:
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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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