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.
"I really got to connect personally with my family, grow in my spanish and intercultural communication, and also continue investigating topics that are interesting to me. I gained outdoor experience, learned so much about penguins and Antartica, and exposure to many new fields. I would absolutely recommend to anyone interested in..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained perspectives on how Americans are viewed abroad, as well as on life itself which differed from how it would be approached back home. These lessons have stuck with me and will absolutely continue to, so this program was undoubtedly worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"It was worthwhile. I learned the basics of a new language, a new culture that I was living in the center of, and made many friends easily as we were all doing the same thing and pushing ourselves to learn and experience as much as possible. "
Aodhan K Brandeis University
"I learned more in one semester at this school than I have in 3 years at my home university."
Liam D Brandeis University
"A deeper understanding and appreciation of Chinese culture and language "
Elijah R Brandeis University
"I learned about new cultures and I learned to be more independent. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"I became more independent and feel like traveling is less stressful now. I have many amazing friends who are both American and international who I will keep in touch with, making this very worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was a great experience. Copenhagen is amazing and a great city if you have not traveled out of the US much. DIS is a great program and the classes are well thought out."
A student Brandeis University
"Studying abroad was a valuable experience that challenged me to adjust to a completely new city and culture without my regular support systems. Compared to in America, my experience in Europe was much more solitary, but I appreciated the chance to be more independent."
Binyamin F Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile. I feel like I have learned many skills, both academically and socially/personally. I was also able to apply these skills in my daily life abroad. I learned things about building relationships and applying theoretical skills to practical activities. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about local culture and art history. It was so worthwhile!"
Kika S Brandeis University
"In addition to academic knowledge, I developed a broader view of the world and myself and grew more independent."
Keyi C Brandeis University
"Definitely learned a lot about myself. To not be so afraid of being my true self, or care about the judgements of others. I felt like I was finally doing my own thing and that felt liberating. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about various type of people and my traveling style. It was worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"Academically, I loved the class I took with Greg Scarlatoiu because we were able to interact with North Korean defectors and I learned so much about North and South Korean relations. In general, I learned a lot about myself and I gained a lot of confidence while I was abroad. I would say going abroad was worthwhile and it is an ..."
A student Brandeis University
"It helped to me to see what it is like to live on your own. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was my first time out of the country so I learned a lot and it was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"My independent living skills increased very much as I had to navigate a new city and grocery shop for myself, which was different from my life at Brandeis. I also loved getting to experience life in the UK and take in Scottish culture. In addition, my occasional travels taught me a lot regarding planning, resourcefulness, and sp..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained not stronger language skills, and a deeper cultural awareness and adaptability that will stay with me long after the program. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was worthwhile, I loved traveling and exploring London and meeting new people"
A student Brandeis University
"Morocco was incredible, and certainly worthwhile. I learned so much about Moroccan culture and politics, nature, and self-sufficiency while I was there, and got to practice my Arabic and French extensively."
Laurel K Brandeis University
"Oh god, big question. so much. very worth while. Biggest thing is that I need to spend more time organizing my life instead of saying yes to everything other people plan."
A student Brandeis University
"I got experience living independently, "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained friendships that will hopefully last a lifetime and experiences that will positively shape my future."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a perspective of the world that I hadn't seen before I went. I was introduced to the culture and history of a country I had no knowledge of beforehand, and that gave me an appreciation for their culture and country."
William B Brandeis University
