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Semester at Sea - Spring 2026 (Outgoing Program) Print 
  • Locations: Bangkok, Thailand; Cape Town, South Africa; Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; Mombasa, Kenya
  • Program Terms: Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Semester at Sea 
  • Restrictions: UConn applicants only
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2025 09/10/2024
09/24/2024 TBA TBA
Spring 2026 09/10/2025 09/24/2025 01/05/2025 04/20/2026

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing: 2nd Year, 3rd Year, 4th+ Year Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English
Click here for a definition of this term Program Types: UConn Affiliated Click here for a definition of this term Open to Non-UConn Students: No
Click here for a definition of this term Academic Area: Business, Humanities, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences Click here for a definition of this term Required GPA: 2.5
Click here for a definition of this term Housing: Other Click here for a definition of this term Cost Structures: Direct-Bill Program
Program Description:

 

 

 

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Asia, Africa, and Europe Exploration
Spring 2026 Voyage  
January 5, 2026 - April 20, 2026
106 Days, 10 Cities, 10 Countries, 3 Continents

Embark: Bangkok, Thailand

Itinerary: Vietnam, Malaysia, India, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Morocco, Spain

Debark: Bremerhaven, Germany

About Us
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Our Mission
Journeys of discovery that spark bold solutions to global challenges.

What is Semester at Sea?
Unlike traditional study abroad or tourism experiences, Semester at Sea opens the door to deep, authentic engagement with countries and cultures across the globe. It's more than just the adventure of a lifetime. It's a transformative experience that will give you a global perspective to take on the challenges of tomorrow.
 
  • Global Experience - Visit 10+ countries around the world in a uniquely comparative environment that provides a truly global perspective.  
  • College Credit - Earn a full semester's worth of course credit from a world-class university, with the rigorous curriculum you need to accomplish your academic goals.  
  • Shipboard Life - Enjoy the comfort and community of a floating home away from home, no matter where in the world your voyage takes you.  
  • Experiential Learning - Develop a deeper understanding of the world through onboard and in-country learning opportunities that connect the classroom to the communities you visit.  
  • Career Enhancement - Semester at Sea offers unique benefits for your post-college job search, from improved leadership skills to an invaluable global perspective on the challenges of tomorrow.
Frequently Offered Disciplines
We are open to all majors!

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Study on Deck
Business Performing and Visual Arts
Communication, Journalism, and Media Studies Psychology and Human Development
Political Science, Economics, and History Religion and Philosophy
Literatures and Languages Society and Culture
Environment and Health Tourism and Hospitality
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Exploring on Land
SP26 Voyage Itinerary
Why SAS
Admission Requirements
SP26 Program Fees
Financial Aid & Scholarships
SP26 Course Information

*New courses added up until 5 months prior to start date.
The world is your campus.