Class Afloat - University Studies First (Freshman) Year

- Multi-Country

Locations Throughout the World,  Locations in Europe

  Canada

• All Other Areas in Canada: 
Lunenburg

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: Sept-June

Description: Combining a leading liberal arts, business or science education with hands-on experiences worldwide provides students with extraordinary learning opportunities that are relevant and unique. As first year university students, participants will not only gain invaluable insights into their world and their prospective careers, they will acquire uncommon confidence and strategic approaches to learning that are the foundations of successful and fulfilling career and lifestyle choices.

West Island College International and Acadia University are pleased to offer, under the authority of the University's Distance Learning Department, a joint programme of studies for college and university applicants. Students applying to the university programme will join one of the College's tall ships for one or two semesters of study. The voyage will begin, each year, in Copenhagen on September 1.

The journey, offering a myriad of engaging activities in over 25 ports of call worldwide, will take students through the Baltic, Western Europe, the Mediterranean and West Africa before engaging them in a two week humanitarian project in Senegal. Students may continue their adventure in a trans-Atlantic crossing to Natal, Brazil where second semester and full year students will continue their journey up the Amazon. Returning to sea, the crew, led by Acadia University faculty and a professional crew of eight will set a course for the Caribbean and North America, concluding this extraordinary adventure with a second trans-Atlantic crossing to the port of departure, Copenhagen. This incredible journey is, for any first year university candidate, a "passport to education".

Highlights: About Class Afloat
Your Passport to Education, since 1984

Imagine a semester of school where you sail around the world...and earn credits!

Class Afloat, "Sea Education Program of the Year 2000" (American Sail Training Association) is the world's premier experiential education program. Studies come alive through hands-on learning experiences in over 35 countries worldwide.

A Class Afloat Education is unparalleled and serves its students for the rest of their lives. It produces young adults who are wise beyond their years. From Zanzibar to the Amazon, from the Galapagos to Easter Island, from Casablanca to St Petersburg, Class Afloat is "your passport to education, bringing the classroom to the world".

Academic Programs are tailored to the needs of serious college and university preparatory students

Come Aboard and learn as you never have before!

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: Please Contact us for further information.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Scholarships are Available. Zavitz & Cochran Memorial Scholarship West Island College - Class Afloat awards, annually, a memorial scholarship in the name of former student Derek Zavitz and former friend and supporter Ted Cochran. This full year scholarship will be awarded on March 31 and all applications must be received prior to March 1st at 17h00, AST. Applicants must submit: - A resume - A 300 word essay (in addition to the application essay) describing what the candidate expects to gain from this extraordinary educational adventure. The successful candidate will present exceptional academic achievement, extensive involvement in his or her school and community, strong leadership potential and a commitment to quality relationships with others. For more information on the application process please contact the Class Afloat Admissions Office. Please note: To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must also have submitted a completed application package.

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

West Island College International - Class Afloat 's Mission Statement: Class Afloat is the world's premier experiential education program. It is dedicated to the continuing growth of very good and very successful young adults by challenging them to be better; preparing them for responsible global citizenship in the 21st century; demanding value-based and ethical leadership; developing self-sufficiency, initiative, and problem-solving skills; and driving academic rigor to the next level. Class Afloat students aim to forge new standards in academic excellence, personal development, and leadership.

Year Founded: 1984