Brandeis University
University Information
The Office of Study Abroad supports Brandeis students who participate on any of our 300 approved programs in some 65 different countries around the world.
On average 40% of the junior class studied abroad during the academic year while still more students took advantage of various international opportunities in the summer. There is a huge diversity of transformative experiences that Brandeis students have engaged in abroad including studying biodiversity conservation hands on in Panama, conducting ethnographic research on sacred figures in Mongolia, interning with Parliament in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, and interning in special education classrooms in Sydney, Australia to name a few.
Whatever your story, journey or adventure is destined to be, come by our office to learn more about the steps to going away!
Additionally, by logging in to Abroad101, all approved programs will be tagged with an "Approved" badge.
Important Dates and Deadlines
The Study Abroad Application Deadline for Fall, Academic Year, and Spring is mid-February.
The summer study abroad application deadline is mid-March.
"ISDSI was an exceptionally welcoming study abroad program that both supported and challenged me. My experience was extremely worthwhile. "
Emily B Brandeis University
"It was very worthwhile, I felt it offered a very good route to immerse in local culture and get the chance to interact with real people. "
Linda J Brandeis University
"I gained hands-on experience in archaeology, while also developing a better understanding of Greek culture, history, and daily life. It was very worthwhile "
Anna S Brandeis University
"I learned a lot that didn't pertain to my major but I am thankful I got to learn about the history and social dynamics off South Africa "
Christa A Brandeis University
"I gained a better understanding of my areas of study, and found new interests. I also made connections with students from other universities in the US, and met tutors who constantly provided great feedback and helped me improve as a student. "
A student Brandeis University
"Academically, I learnt a lot about improving my writing and technique for essays. Socially, it was great getting to meet others from different colleges and even see the social scene with formals and other Oxford programs. It was a worthwhile experience. "
Akosua O Brandeis University
"I gained experience living on my own"
Andrew M Brandeis University
"I met new people from across the world and learned to navigate Europe by myself. This entire experience was certainly worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"It was worthwhile. I strengthened my language skills, got experience in PR through my internship and expanded my knowledge in business through my other classes "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about being flexible and how to advocate for myself. "
A student Brandeis University
"More expanded worldview, better fluency in Spanish, and new friends. And yes, it was worthwhile!"
Char M Brandeis University
"I gained perspective on how university is run in Ireland, as well as a deeper knowledge of the socio-political climate of both Ireland, Britain, and Europe at large. I also got the chance to spend time with my extended family, and learn more about my family history and the history of Ireland as a whole. I learned how to get on w..."
Isla C Brandeis University
"I gained friendship, independence, and a desire to study abroad again. It was absolutely worthwhile!"
Julia S Brandeis University
"Ability to be self sufficient, try new things, explore, be surprised. Worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"How to be alone, how to live in a city, how to interact with people from different background. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"yes 100% worthwhile 10/10 would recommend"
A student Brandeis University
"Definitely worthwhile, I learned a lot about myself and who I want to be. I went out by myself and got more comfortable being alone."
Kara L Brandeis University
"I learn about Danish Culture, A new language, Meeting new people, Stepping out of my comfort zone. It was all worthwhile and if I could do it all again I would. "
Bryana C Brandeis University
"While I felt enriched by the excursions presented by this program, it was academically a mess and we had little support when we needed it most, and too much when we didn't need it at all"
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a ton of friendships, lots of independence, and plenty of examples of how I can balance working hard and having fun."
Miriam G Brandeis University
"I became more independent and I was able to grow a lot. I learned that I am capable and that I can do hard things and that anxiety doesn't stop me. It is okay to do things alone it doesn't mean you have no friends. Do what you want to do but also try new things with your friends. So incredibly worthwhile. Will never stop talking..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned much more independence, not only cooking and basics, but also how to work through more day-to-day things, as the time difference was hard. "
A student Brandeis University
"I experienced the process of film production and gained an introduction into the film industry."
A student Brandeis University
"My language skills improved immensely. I became a lot more comfortable listening to and speaking with native speakers. My classes at APA made use of the location to deepen our learning."
Ardelia D Brandeis University
"A lot of essay writing and it was worthwile"
A student Brandeis University