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 greatly improved my French speaking and writing skills, and I learned about cinema both through making a film and taking courses on Film theory. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much Chinese and learned a lot about being in a huge Chinese city. "
A student Brandeis University
"My language skills did improve, but at the cost of being very stressed and struggling to balance enjoying being in a foreign country and taking classes."
A student Brandeis University
"A Englishman of a boyfriend (6 months and counting!). I learned stained glass at an oceanside retreat in Cornwall, I learned what it's like to be artist with absolutely no structure, I bound 6 books, I traveled to 5 countries by myself, I went to more museums than I have fingers and toes, I saw a bunch of shows on the West End, ..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to do research, gained some amazing life experiences and met some wonderful Indians "
A student Brandeis University
"You can make anywhere your home! You just need to let yourself become a part of your surroundings and try and immerse yourself as much as possible. "
A student Brandeis University
"I improved my Spanish greatly and learned important skills necessary in an independent lifestyle. Yes."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained fluency in Spanish (a lifelong goal), made many connections, both professional and personal, and experienced a world so alike and different from my own. I made another home"
Benjamin H Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile- I learned TONS about British culture. Not to mention, I got to see so many vibrant and diverse cultures across the continent. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was my first time going to a university at my home country. It was fun studying with my home students."
Tae Kyu K Brandeis University
"Learned about the culture, food, and language. It was worthwhile!"
A student Brandeis University
"I got a real sense for the feel of living in the UK, which will definitely inform my decision going forward whether to consider working in that country."
Raya Brandeis University
"I learned to study with more self discipline since there are only final exams at LSE. I also learned to party harder. Balancing those two is a skill that is definitely worth while to have."
Shekeyla C Brandeis University
"I have improved my Japanese and made local friends. I have built connection with my host family. I love my senseis, host mom, dad, sister, and my friends."
A student Brandeis University
"yes it was worthwhile"
maya v Brandeis University
"I had been abroad for a semester before in a different country, but this was a completely different experience for me. I learned a lot about myself; my tendencies and a lot deeper about my personality. I definitely learned how to get where I want to be, stand for myself, open myself up to making friends with Parisians, and take ..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot not only about the marine environment but about the Turks and Caicos Islands and the people that live there. It was a very intensive program that fully integrated you into the community and the environment."
A student Brandeis University
"I wish it was more rigorous academically so I am not so unprepared to get back into senior year."
Maya L Brandeis University
"How to be a good student."
Fei X Brandeis University
"My French improved largely through the program. At the end of the program, I was able to have a daily conversation with my collegues and host mom completely in French. It was worthwhile."
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"I was taught by some truly brilliant members of London's theater community and feel that my theatrical skill grew leaps and bounds. I also learned that having to fend for yourself in an environment that is often harsh is rough but a very necessary skill. I would definitely consider my time in London worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot more Italian language and the fact that I could go to any country in the world and make a life for myself if I needed to do so. I would definitely go to Sicily again!"
A student Brandeis University
"I think that I learned more from spending my time outside of campus than I did in class. I gained street skills and shortcuts to adapting to an unfamiliar culture. I definitely think that it was a worthwhile experience and would not hesitate to do it again if the opportunity presents itself. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned mostly things about myself and how I function and learn and interact with others. It was difficult but rewarding and worthwhile."
Melanie P Brandeis University
"I learned more about myself and I was able to feel more comfortable with spanish as a main language."
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