What do you study at Semester at Sea?

What do you study at Semester at Sea?

What are the courses and curriculum like? Semester at Sea offers more than 70 courses and several Field Classes in many different countries. You can also take psychology and human development courses, study Spanish, take anthropology, or even participate in a history, religion, or philosophy class.

Does fafsa cover Semester at Sea?

Does Semester at Sea offer financial assistance? Yes. ISE offers a variety of need-based financial awards. Students who qualify for federal aid and loans can also receive ISE assistance.

Can graduate students do Semester at Sea?

Students currently matriculated in a Graduate/Master’s program are eligible to participate, however we do not offer graduate level courses. You will participate full-time in the academic program alongside your undergraduate peers.

Can you study on a cruise ship?

Semester at Sea is a unique opportunity to travel around the world with a cruise ship as your campus and an ever-changing scenery as your view. On board the MV World Odyssey, our seven deck, 590-foot ship, you will have the opportunity to select from 70-72 courses across a wide range of disciplines.

Is semester at sea a booze cruise?

Little did I know Semester At Sea has a reputation of being a “booze cruise.” The students were uninterested in their classwork, as if it weren’t an incredible opportunity to take classes relevant to the places we were going. They were even bothered by it, like it was a chore instead of an immense privilege.

Can u get a scholarship to Semester at Sea?

You may apply for as many scholarships as you are eligible – students can receive more than one award! About 60% of Semester at Sea participants receive ISE scholarships or work grants each year.

What age can you do Semester at Sea?

Are there age or physical fitness restrictions? We welcome trip participants over 10 years to join us. While there is no maximum age, all participants must be physically fit, active,and in good health.

Is semester at sea a gap year?

Semester at Sea offers a one-of-a-kind Gap Year Program. Students earn 10 or 13 college credits while sailing the ocean and visiting 10-12 different countries.

Are Semester at Sea classes hard?

Semester at Sea is definitely not for the faint of heart. The intense traveling and crazy schedules can be exhausting, and it takes some time to get your sea legs. The semester goes by incredibly quickly, and life is fast-paced on the ship.

Who can go to Semester at Sea?

We welcome trip participants over 10 years to join us. While there is no maximum age, all participants must be physically fit, active,and in good health. Certain itineraries are better suited for families, and we encourage you to reach out to a Semester at Sea staff member to inquire about your own personal needs.

How does the semester at sea program work?

Semester at Sea offers global comparative education in academic partnership with Colorado State University, integrating comparative experiential study, interdisciplinary coursework, and relevant field classes in multiple countries. Semester at Sea has served as a pioneer in multiple-country, comparative education for more than 50 years.

What makes study abroad at sea so awesome?

A semester at sea might be just the kind of study abroad program for you. What makes study abroad at sea so awesome? Most study abroad programs involve living in one country for a number of weeks, months, or even a year.

What is semester at sea global comparative education?

Semester at Sea has served as a pioneer in multiple-country, comparative education for more than 50 years. Global comparative education is a form of international study that identifies and connects the world’s peoples, patterns, cultures and traditions.

Is there a semester at sea in 2022?

Semester at Sea is thrilled to announce that the Spring 2022 Voyage has reached capacity! As Semester at Sea and study abroad emerge from a temporary hiatus, we are gratified… State of the Institute –– July 2021

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