University of Florida

University of Florida Study Abroad Programs

UF offers hundreds of programs that are made possible through faculty and institutional partnerships. Other programs like Semester at Sea are also available to UF students. If you’re looking to maximize your education at the University of Florida, consider exploring all your options offered through the UF International Center.

As long as third-party programs are accredited (as Semester at Sea is), the UF Study Abroad office will work with you to transfer your credits back to UF.

University of Florida & Semester at Sea

Since 2018, 31 students from the University of Florida have sailed with Semester at Sea, with more joining our alumni community each year. The ISE and UF teams work together frequently to facilitate academic credit transfer and the application of financial aid for UF students, including the use of Florida Bright Futures funds.

Members of the UF International Center advisory team have even sailed with Semester at Sea, so prospective voyagers are in good hands.

The UF International Center and ISE also share the same values of experiential learning, global comparative education, and fostering positive international relationships.

Admission Requirements 

University of Florida students who wish to participate in a Semester at Sea voyage must:

• Complete a study abroad application for the correct voyage term
• Schedule a meeting with Study Abroad Advisor
• Once you’ve met with an advisor, apply to Semester at Sea
• Receive approval from UF before acceptance into Semester at Sea

Be sure to review the full Semester at Sea admissions requirements as well.

Financial Aid

Once your application to Semester at Sea has been approved by both UF and SAS, any financial aid you plan to use must be approved by UF Student Financial Affairs (SFA). Prospective voyagers must coordinate with SFA to determine which aid, including scholarships such as the Bright Futures scholarship, can be applied to the cost of the program.

Other scholarships, grants, and interest-free payment plans may be available through Semester at Sea — explore your options by visiting our Financial Aid page.

Cost

Student Program Fees Include:

• Tuition and travel for the semester
• Housing, meals, and amenities
• Academic Field Classes
• Email account
• Starter Internet package
• Comprehensive travel health insurance
• Pre-voyage advisement and on-site residential student services staff
• Fuel fee — subject to change depending on global cost fluctuations

Student program fees vary depending on voyage and cabin type. To learn more about these fees check out our program costs breakdown.

Additional Voyager Expenses

• Flights to embarkation/from debarkation
• Overnight stay prior to embarkation
• Travel visas and costs associated with passport renewal
• Textbooks
• Any appropriate vaccinations and boosters
• Between-meal food and beverages while onboard
• Laundry
• SAS Field Programs and independent travel in-country
• Fuel surcharge (if applicable)

Cost Calculator

Get an estimate of program expenses for a typical Semester at Sea voyage. Please note: This calculator provides an estimate of program fees only. Tuition costs and cabin fees are subject to change.