Seamester: Bali to South Africa - 90 Days

Seamester Bali to South Africa was an awesome way to study abroad. The classes can be difficult with little time to study and complete assignments. It is also easy to feel exhausted all the time due to lots of physical activity and no so much sleep, but that is all part of the fun. The classes are also everyday, including weekends, for the most part, which is weird at first but you get used to it. It is definitely a big lifestyle change, but as the trip goes on, you definitely adjust to it and enjoy it. You get super close with the friends you make here and don't want to leave at the end. Although it can be a lot of work, you learn so much. Amazing study abroad opportunity for anyone into sailing and diving.

I had a great time! I’d say the best thing to do is keep and open mind because you may find yourself doing stuff that’s not your favorite, but if you think of it with an open mind it will be super fun. I can also promise you will enjoy passage much more then you expect, it is one of the most fun things I’ve ever experienced and definitely a highlight of the trip.

SeaMester was truly the best experience of my life! I learned so much about myself, academics, practical skills, soft skills, and cultures all while sailing aboard a yacht across an ocean. Living on a boat is amazing and living so close to other students and your professors is a wonderful way to learn and grow. Some of my best friends are from this trip and they include the staff members on board. Along with all of this, SeaMester is so much fun!

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I think the uniqueness of the program is what makes it so interesting. I did not find any other programs for a semester abroad that could take me to so many different parts of the world. Also the fact that we became part of the crew and were the ones physically sailing across the Indian Ocean is an experience not many get to have. My favorite part of the program is hard to pinpoint because it all was amazing. If I had to pick one I’d say anytime we were sailing without the motor because it was extremely peaceful.