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Semester at Sea: Study at Sea

Semester at Sea is a global study abroad programme 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 programme's academic sponsor. Trips are available for non-students as well.

Adventure travel

Adventure travel type

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

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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