Most well rounded study abroad experience

I should start by saying semester at sea is not for everyone - It is for high energy, highly dedicated students who want to dive into the cultural and geographic differences of their subject of study. Class sizes are small and personal, allowing for life long connections with professors and peers. How many times have you discussed nutrient cycling of estuaries over breakfast with your professor. Yet, with almost 600 students and life long learning, there is no shortage of finding your people. The ability to explore and compare multiple cultures in one educational experience is unique and semester at sea takes full advantage of that. You will study your field from the smallest to largest scale and visit real businesses, organizations, and governments to understand how your studies are applied around the world.

Not everyone will have the same experience, but like all things, you get out what you put in. I have never learned, and really retained the content, more in any other semester of college. And now I have peers and worldwide connections to last a lifetime.