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Semester at Sea: Study at Sea

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Semester at Sea is a global study abroad program taking students around the globe aboard the MV Explorer each fall and spring semester, and on shorter, regional voyages each summer. The MV Explorer has been equipped as a floating university. The University of Virginia serves as the program's academic sponsor. Trips are available for non-students as well.

Study programs

Program type
Tags

All programs

Regions
Countries

Requirements

Duration
  • 1-3 months
  • 3-6 months
Minimum age
18
Maximum age
90
Student status required
No
Qualifications required
  • High school or equivalent
Languages
Application process
Apply online. Applicants can either download the appropriate application or apply online.

Pricing

Price range
  • >$5000
Price includes
  • Tuition

Organization details

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Institute for Shipboard Education (ISE)

The Institute for Shipboard Education (ISE) is a private, nonprofit, educational corporation that administers the Semester at Sea (SAS), a multiple country study abroad program open to students of all majors emphasizing comparative academic examination, hands-on field experiences, and meaningful ...

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