Supporting SEA

Why Give

For nearly 35 years, SEA has offered exciting and challenging academic programs in ocean studies. Through a rare blend of theoretical learning and hands-on application, SEA's multidisciplinary curriculum offers students a unique opportunity to combine the world of marine science with an offshore sailing and research experience.

For 35 years, Sea Education Association has offered exciting and challenging academic programs in ocean studies. Through a rare blend of theoretical learning and hands-on application, SEA's multidisciplinary curriculum offers students a unique opportunity to combine the world of marine science with an offshore sailing and research experience.

SEA is influencing a new generation of young people whose understanding of and appreciation for the world’s oceans will have an impact on our future. SEA depends upon the generosity of alumni, parents, and friends to:

  • Sustain the quality of its programs
  • Provide scholarship funds for prospective students
  • Attract and retain quality faculty members
  • Provide state-of-the-art research sailing vessels as platforms for learning
  • Maintain a residential campus in Woods Hole, Massachusetts

Following SEA Online

following SEA Following SEA is published twice yearly, in the Fall and Spring. Beginning with the Fall 2005 issue Following SEA is available online. The contents will be archived and available as new issues are published.
View NEW Following SEA Winter Spring Issue


study the oceans with sea semester

"My experience increased my self-confidence, sense of responsibility and also gave me perspective on how things that I do affect people and the world around me."
Maggie Conser, C-147, ICU Nurse, Active Duty Air Force, USAF Academy, Colorado Springs

Why Give

Almost 60% of our students require some type of finanical assistance

Our student:faculty ratio is almost 2:1 at sea

Our ships are the most sophisticated research vessels under sail in the US

Over 60% of our alumni go on to post graduate work

Over 50% of our alumni work in the marine sciences, environment or education

Sea Education Association has enjoyed more than three decades of education under sail. From our first program in 1971 aboard Westward to the construction of our campus in 1985, a second ship in 1988 (the Corwith Cramer) and the launch and commissioning of the Robert C. Seamans in 2001, SEA's reputation continues to grow.

Contact Us

Kerry Sullivan

SEA Online Giving & Volunteers Coordinator
(800) 552-3633, ext. 20