Sea|mester

Sea|mester is an adventure-driven gap year program in which students live aboard a sailing schooner while traveling to multiple international destinations. Participants can earn up to 12 college credits in subjects such as leadership, marine biology, and nautical sciences from the University of South Florida. The program includes hands-on training, sailing and scuba certifications, and experiential fieldwork. Voyages vary in length (three weeks up to a semester) and depart in multiple months throughout the year.

Up to 12 college credits awarded by the University of South Florida; sailing and scuba certifications; hands-on skills and experiential fieldwork aboard a sailing schooner.

Open to applicants aged 17 and older; program lists ages 17, 18, 19+.

Prospective participants are directed to the program provider's website for information and registration; an application fee of $100 is listed.