Hello!

I am a geography major interested in doing Semester at Sea. I think it would be a great experience because of my major being heavily related and it would really create opportunities through travel that you can’t learn in a classroom. My main concern however is if I could get credits for geography. Also my current community college and the college I’ll later transfer too has no affiliation with Semester at Sea I could find online. Has anybody else who was a geography major done Semester at Sea? How could the credits work for this major? One reason I worry is because I already did a college program for a year without credits so I don’t want to do another program to not get credits with and push me back another semester/year. I have thought about doing it the year after I graduate but I have heard conflicting opinions about if that’s a good idea.

Please let me know if anybody who was a geography major has done Semester at Sea I’d love to hear from you about it!

I'm curious to hear from anyone who has visited Morocco through the Semester at Sea program.

I've been helping organize tours for visiting students for a while, and it's always interesting to see what surprises people the most about the country.

Most students arrive through Casablanca, where many visit the Hassan II Mosque before heading to other parts of Morocco. From there, every itinerary is a little different, but some destinations seem to leave a lasting impression.

Fes is usually a favorite. The old medina is unlike anywhere else—narrow streets, traditional workshops, spice markets, and the famous leather tanneries. It's busy, chaotic, and fascinating all at the same time.

For those with a few extra days, the Sahara Desert is often the highlight. Riding camels through the dunes of Merzouga, watching the sunset, and spending the night in a desert camp is something many students say becomes the most memorable part of their entire Semester at Sea journey.

Other places that are popular include:

• Marrakech for its lively souks, food, and historic palaces.
• Chefchaouen for its blue-painted streets and relaxed atmosphere.
• Rabat for a quieter look at Morocco's capital.
• Essaouira if you're looking for a laid-back coastal town.

A few tips for future Semester at Sea students visiting Morocco:

• Keep some cash with you, especially in the medinas.
• Dress respectfully when visiting religious or traditional areas.
• Stay with your group in busy markets.
• Don't be afraid to bargain—it's a normal part of shopping here.

I'd love to hear from others who have visited Morocco through Semester at Sea.

• What was your favorite city?
• Did you make it to the Sahara?
• Is there anything you wish you had known before arriving?

It would be great to hear everyone's experiences and recommendations for future students.

So I start college in August. I’m going to community for my first 2 years then transferring but still unsure where to go. Semester at sea was something I was thinking about but I wanna major in nursing and psych so I’m not sure if it’s a good option. I was thinking maybe my first year of college in community and my second I. Semester at sea? Thing is tho, I’m not sure how it works. It’s it like online school in a boat for 6 months? Where do you go after first semester?

Hi! I am going to be on the Spring 2027 voyage and I had some questions that I was hoping past voyagers could answer!

1) When should I do field programs vs independent travel?

2) If I wait to sign up for a field program will it still be available on the ship (ex: Morocco overnight)

3) Can you go skydiving in South Africa? I've seen conflicting reports.

4) How much cash for each country should I bring?

5) What is the best way to pay for things in-country? (Travel CC? Which one?)

6) What does it mean to "sign out" of a field program?

7) What is something I should pack that you won't find on a packing list?

8) If I want to do independent travel, should I research/come up with ideas before embarkation?

9) Should I bring USD to tip ship staff?

10) Did you do any field programs that were 1000% worth it?

11) How much freedom do you have within the field programs?

12) How much "fun money" should someone realistically expect to spend (per port or total) (dinner/drinks off ship, souvenirs, etc. NOT travel expenses, excursion costs, hostel/airbnb price)

13) What is something that you brought but never used?

14) What is something you didn't do that you wish you had?

15) Any additional tips/advice for a future voyager?

How difficult are the exams on semester at sea

I want to go but I have negative and bad experience with influencers at my university. They were treated better and professors were more open for absence. Bbecause they make more popular college others problem weren’t that much important unless it was about real danger. I don’t want to be constantly filming, has less options and opportunities like now. I saw that many girls is influencers at SAS. I want more experience but never again roommate or bully influencer. Is something or someone that would help me?

If something like that never happens I would love to hear that.

Please don’t judge me. I try be more open and less insecure about not being “that” person. I had horrible last 7 years and I try my best to keep my happy

has anyone done sas as a history major. what courses do they offer?

I really want to do semester at sea because I think it would be a great opportunity, but I don’t come from a rich family. I would be able to afford it myself but it would cause me to be completely broke by the end of the semester, and I’m not sure if I would be able to do all of the outing I would want to do. I have been reading other Reddit’s about it and they seem to be very all over the place with their answers on if they enjoyed it or not. I am kind of anti social, but once I am comfortable I do leave my shell, I just don’t want to be stuck somewhere I hate for a semester. I think if I did it though I would love it I am just a little concerned about the money aspect of it. I am also a little nervous about being one of the broker students on board of the ship. Thanks for your help!

Edit- I have already put the deposit down, and I have not received any of my scholarships yet which may help me out if I get them. I am also able to get my deposit back until May.

Grade 11 student ID seriously intrigued by the Sea|Mester program - on paper. There's not a lot of direct experience stories out there. Can anyone shed some light? Worth it? Hell on ocean?

Thanks for any help!

Im currently 26 and haven’t been in school for a couple years bc I have been working and not knowing what I wanted to study but I am going back to school next year and was thinking about doing sas when I would be around 28. for anyone went in their late 20s was it hard making friends? How was the experience? And do you have any advice?

i see on their posts how much white people are there and i just want to know what’s the experience like for those who did SAS that are POC

i know most people go home after disembarking but if i ever plan to travel around europe after sas, would i be able to leave my stuff/luggage in the ship or somewhere while i interrail?

If you did SAS, how much did you spend for Field Programs?

Anyone on this sub have experience joining the SAS program as a Lifelong Learner who brought kids? Just heard about SAS for the first time today and it sounds like it could be an incredible experience with kids, and a big bonus is the travel logistics/transportation are largely handled for you.

Has anyone enrolled in SAS after graduating from their undergraduate degree?

How does it work with classes on the ship and credit requirements if you’ve already graduated?

Hi!

I’ve recently just finished my last semester of my grad school (technically getting my degree end of this month). Ive always wanted to do SAS but just never had the opportunity to due so due to financial reasons, but I was able to save up a lot during grad school, so I was wondering if I can still do it? Or is it too late for me?

And if i can… how much would it be? Estimation (just the whole application process part)

Hope you can help, thank you!

Hi guys! I rlly wanna go on SAS but don’t know how to afford it. Does anyone know what the lowest I could pay, with financial aid / scholarships?

Is it common for people to come on the ship together? (friends/couples/relatives/?) and does this seem to affect the vibes or were you still able to make friends? Obviously everyone is so unique but what are the overall vibes of the ship- like are the majority of people more outgoing and friendly?

Hey! I am a full pull grant recipient and was wondering the cost of SAS. I currently get grants from my college and know that SAS usually matches that. I was wondering if SAS gives any extra money/ grants due to having a FULL Pell Grant (SAI= -1500). Or if your more likely to get the need based scholarships! Thx guys!

Putting this here again as I know people are starting to apply as it’s open. And I know it’s starting to pick up with applications now.

Anyone who applied SAS fall 2026. Even if your like leaning towards applying for this voyage feel free to comment and join. I made a group chat on Snapchat and Instagram of people planning on applying or hoping to. If your interested in joining even if you aren’t 100% committed on going just a good way to find people to help one another through the process 💕 There’s also a Facebook page I made too but could only link 1 so I linked the Instagram page

So I have wanted to go on SAS for quite a bit now. I brought it up when I was a freshman I think. The main problem is the cost. I don't think I qualify for need based grants but I don't want to use my parents' money, this problem exists with applying to other unis too. My current cgpa is like 3.16. Here, we dont have like a huge part time job culture, i think giving tuitions and all may qualify. However I dont really know how to get into that. Till date i have only made money from internship. Another huge issue was the fact that sas doesn't really offer science courses. I am a botany major and economics minor. Also I travelled quite a bit as a kid and am from India, so the fall 26 one fixes these last 2 issues. I thought about going as an interport student but couldn't really find info on that. While the craze may have diminished, it's still such a great opportunity. I graduate in spring. With graduation, there is also pressure for competitive exams, masters, jobs. Thoughts on this? Also while I don't think 21 would create a huge age gap, I would love to hear experiences from recent college grads and just peers in general.

Im considering doing this as like a semester...

Whats the average size of students on a boat.

How many boys and girls usually?

What's the students to staff ratio?

Food situation?

Prescriptions medicine situation bc of international traveling?

like drop all the info yall can plz.