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Seamester: Transpacific, Fiji to Bali - 80 Days

Seamester Study Abroad at Sea
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Program Overview

Sailing from Fiji to Bali, known as "The Coconut Milk Run," is one of the world's most amazing tradewind sails. It begins when you cast off your stern line from the dock in Fiji. Then, 80 days, 5800 nautical miles, and up to 9 credits later, the voyage ends as you tuck your bow into the protected waters of Bali.

In between, you get to hoist and lower the sails of a beautiful schooner, anchor in ...

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Program Highlights

Travel to pristine destinations: Fiji Islands, Palau, Raja Ampat, Komodo, Gili Islands, and Bali.
Earn nine academic credits from the University of South Florida for the Nautical Science, Marine Biology, and Leadership classes taught aboard.
Achieve the International Crew, Navigation Master, and even Master of Yachts 200 Ton Theory sailing certifications from IYT (International Yacht Training).
Learn to scuba dive and earn a PADI Open Water certification, or further your experience by completing the PADI Advanced Open Water, Rescue, or Divemaster courses.
Fine-tune your leadership skills as you become an integral part of the crew, sailing over 4000 nautical miles and being responsible for every aspect of life aboard a sailing vessel.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Group Meals
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
Required Equipment
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation
Training
Academic Advising
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Micro-Credential(s) / Certification(s)
Textbooks / Reading Materials
Course Materials
Academic Credit
Letter of Recommendation
Certificate of Completion
Emergency Support

Program Details

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Locations

  • Bali, Indonesia
  • Multiple Countries
  • Fiji
  • Palau

Fields & Subjects

  • Communications
  • Environmental Studies
  • Marine Biology
  • Leadership

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026, 2027
  • Terms Available
  • Summer

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
  • Some college credit, no degree

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Other

Application Procedures

  • Letters of Reference
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Physical Exam/Health Records
  • Transcript

Age Requirement

18-25

Duration

  • After College
  • During College
  • Post High School

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Program Administration
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Living Situation
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Cultural Immersion
4.3
Health & Safety
4.3
Academics
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