Semester at Sea
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Semester at Sea is a program provider offering 1 abroad program. Programs offered include Study Abroad and Gap Year abroad programs in 10 countries such as Malaysia, France, Ghana, and India.
Semester at Sea is a multi-country study abroad program open to students of all majors emphasizing comparative academic examination, hands-on field experiences, and meaningful engagement in the global community. A wide variety of coursework from 20-25 disciplines is integrated with relevant field experiences in up to a dozen countries allowing for a comparative study abroad experience that is truly global. The University of Virginia is the program's academic sponsor. Students from all over the United States and the world participate on Semester at Sea; credit earned is transferable to the students' home colleges and universities.
For more information, visit our website at https://www.semesteratsea.org/.
Study Abroad with Semester at Sea
"So much. I am world-wise in a way that only direct experience can give. There is nothing more worthwhile."
Samuel J Trinity University
"I learned so much! I learned that you may think you know a country but you really don't until you set foot in that country. I enjoyed my experience abroad and got to appreciate the ocean since I was on it half of the time or more while abroad. I learned so much about ships, culture, food, languages, and even say "Hi" and "Thank ..."
A student Bentley University
"It's impossible to put into words what I learned. I've learned how big the world is, but also how small it is. I've learned that one person can make a difference. I learned that it's important to fight for what you're passionate about and to not take no for an answer. I learned that it's important to keep asking questions and to..."
Kaitlynn L Western Washington University
"I learned about myself as a person; I became more independent and realized I can do anything I set my mind to. I gained so many new friends from around the world, and the whole thing just made my wanderlust "
Jessica W University of Florida
"Yes, first part was very difficult, homesick, seasick, not a ton to do but then once you get into the countries its the greatest experience. "
A student Bentley University
"Hugely increased my global perspective and made me a more confident traveler. "
A student Truman State University
"I have the best globabl perspective a 21 year old could ask for. Who else can compare the political issues, economical struggles, and varying cultures of 12 countries from just one experience!"
Kathryn M Bentley University
"Learned a lot about many cultures "
A student Bentley University
"I had the fortune of being able to compare the cultures of 12 different countries. 100% worthwhile."
A student Bentley University
"The most worthwhile semester I've ever had. I'll never forget all the things i've seen, done, and people i met."
Ashleigh H Bentley University
"I learned a lot about myself while learning a lot about what the rest of the world had to offer"
A student Bentley University
"I started a company and was able to see the world. I learned more here than I have ever before about culture, the world and life."
Tom M Bentley University
"I gained a much better understanding of the world, and how different countries are connected."
A student Bentley University
"I gained an wealth of global knowledge and understanding"
A student Bentley University
"It was totally worthwhile. I had an amazing time. I learned a lot about many different people and cultures."
Zoe H Wheelock College
"Cross Cultural Confidence and Understanding. Absolutely worthwhile"
A student Bentley University
"Achieved a true global perspective, learned a lot about myself, made lifelong friends, gained new goals and objectives"
Sean H Bentley University
"learned so many aspects of myself along with how bug the world really is, absolutley worthwhile "
A student Bentley University
"Academic, cultural, intellectual, personal and emotional growth at a wide variety of levels."
A student Bentley University
"International awareness, different global perspectives, self-identity, intercultural knowledge, openness to different cultures and mindsets, history and politics of different countries, the degree of the current globalization in the world. It was definitely worthwhile. "
Alfredo v Bentley University
"I learned how different our country really is. Each location was totally different from the others it was an amazing experience to be able to witness so much culture. This experience changed my life and it continues to be one of the greatest experiences in my life"
Billy O University of Maine at Orono
"I am a totally changed person. It opened up my view of the world, and gave me a true global perspective. It was the best decision I have ever made. I reworked my schedule so I could study abroad with Semester at Sea a second time!"
Ally O University of Cincinnati
"I can say that the experiences had, and the international business knowledge learned has been one of the biggest contributors to starting my own business and running it successfully. Don't believe me? Take a look at www.g-tags.com "
Kyle E University of Denver
"Sememster at Sea gives you a deep appreciation for the world as a whole. I've studied abroad on other programs and think highly of single country immersion programs, but they can't compete with Semester at Sea. I wouldn't trade my experience for anything. "
A student College of Saint Benedict and Saint Johns University
"It wat eh most owrhtwile thing a person can do. I learned abotu the world in a first-hand way, had discussions about apartheid with young south african university students, and all kinds of memorable and unique experiences"
Ariel B University of Maine at Orono
