Go beyond your comfort zone

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A semester at sea that puts you miles ahead

Embark on a Voyage of Discovery

Spend a semester at sea exploring the world from the deck of a sailing vessel. Study abroad while crossing oceans and experiencing cultures and continents with strangers turned friends. Earn college credit in marine sciences and seamanship as you earn sailing and scuba diving certifications. Each new wonder — whether it’s a pod of dolphins accompanying you on a leg of your voyage or the shout of “land ho” signaling your next shoreside excursion is near — is testament to the discovery and accomplishment of you and your crew.

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Seamester circumnavigates the world

Circumnavigating the World

Ranging in length from 20 to 90 days, our spring, fall and summer educational semesters span the globe.

Enrollment is open to all college and gap year students, as well as high school graduates. Aside from an adventurous spirit and willingness to give it your all, no previous experience is necessary to join our team.

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Follow the Experience

Watch our 3-part series as the student crew crosses the Atlantic from the Mediterranean to the Caribbean

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 Sea|mester Docuseries Episode 1 - Sea Legs

Episode 1 - Sea Legs

Meet the new crew as they join S/Y Argo in Nice, France, and embark on their epic journey across the Atlantic Ocean from the Mediterranean to the Caribbean.

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 Sea|mester Docuseries Episode 2 - Rite of Passage

Episode 2 - Rite of Passage

Now fully prepared for the journey ahead, follow the crew as they embark on their biggest challenge yet, sailing across the Atlantic Ocean.

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 Sea|mester Docuseries Episode 3 - Anchors Down

Episode 3 - Anchors Down

Having sailed thousands of miles and braved all kinds of weather, Argo and her crew finally make landfall in the Caribbean and reflect on their incredible experience.

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Summer 2019

Virgin Islands to Dominica

via Nevis, Antigua, St. Barts, Statia, Saba

Our 40-day Caribbean voyage is perfect for those seeking an adventurous study abroad experience but don't have the time to spend an entire semester at sea. You'll develop sailing and scuba diving skills, complete two academic classes while visiting some of the most incredible islands in the Caribbean.

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40 Days
6 Credits
575 Miles
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 Seamster academic study abroad programs at sea

Discover Your Passion for Learning

While studying abroad with Sea|mester gives unique opportunities to travel the world, discover new cultures and take part in the adventure of a lifetime, the backbone of the experience is a comprehensive academic curriculum, accredited through the University of South Florida (USF).

In the Sea|mester environment, combining academics with the experience allows students to truly interact with their education. It brings your education to life, adding relevancy and practical application to the material as well as never-ending opportunities to learn.

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Latest Trip Logs
By Sophia R.

Sunshine, Rain and Our First Dives

The majority of the crew was feeling a bit disoriented or just simply tired this morning after having completed their …

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By Charles C.

First Sail

One of our first lessons aboard Argo came early this morning when we realized we need to check the weather …

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By Elizabeth. R

The Baths

Argo students had their final long passage and overnight watch teams. After our passage from Saba, we arrived in the …

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