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 enjoyed living independently and yes it was definitely worthwhile. "
Isabella O Brandeis University
"I strengthed my spanish speaking skills. I formed a beautiful bond with my host family and internship supervisor, and I learned to spend time with myself and love myself. Being abroad and facing many uncomfortable challenges forced me to grow in unique ways. I'm very thankful for my experience and would do it again."
A student Brandeis University
"I crossed some amazing locations off my bucket list and became inspired to pursue a career in environmentalism. It was 100% worthwhile."
Nile M Brandeis University
"I gained more perspective on my life as a student in America while also growing into and learning a lot about a culture very different from my own. Yes it was worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a lot of confidence in my ability to do things on my own. That includes traveling, doing everyday activities in a new place, as well as making friends outside of my university bubble. I think this was really worthwhile because I got to challenge myself in a way that I wouldn't have at my home university. That also gave ..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a multifaceted appreciation of southern Italian culture as well as honed my language skills. It was absolutely worthwhile due to my interest/minor in Italian studies."
A student Brandeis University
"It was worthwhile because I learned a lot about what I want and don't want out of the place I love, the place I work, and the people I am around."
A student Brandeis University
"Learned a lot about the culture in Spain and brushed up on my Spanish. Definitely worth it."
Juliette I Brandeis University
"I gained so many different skills that I will be able to use when I go back into the school and work environment "
A student Brandeis University
"Absolutely worthwhile, I became a much better writer and made good friends."
Nora H Brandeis University
"I learned that I am significantly more independent than I originally thought. I was also able to see some cultural differences in Education that were really interesting."
Laurel D Brandeis University
"Learned a lot about renewable energy and Icelandic culture, gained some amazing friends, and saw incredibly cool and unique places. Definitely worthwhile. "
Dina M Brandeis University
"Work experience in the international work space "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to adapt to a completely different culture and feel what it would be like to move to another country. I learned a lot about the culture in Amsterdam, including their work culture, and became immersed in life in the Netherlands. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile! I made some great friends and got to travel around Europe a lot! I learned that sunlight is really important to me."
Katie L Brandeis University
"I gained a deeper understanding of aboriginal culture and history in Australia. I also learned how to travel wisely and plan itineraries. I learned how to be ok with being on my own sometimes. "
A student Brandeis University
"1. I explored Italy 2. I attended a top Business School and I made connections with the professors and guest lecturers from the fashion industry 3. I learned a new language 4. I made friends that will stay in my life 5. got to experience another learning method 6. I learned how to value every moment of my life because I have "li..."
Eleftheria T Brandeis University
"This was absolutely a worthwhile experience. Staying in a bubble will not help you grow as a person or as a life-long learner. Experiencing and actively learning about different cultures is key to forming a wider worldview."
Lily M Brandeis University
"I learned more Spanish specific to Spain and I learned a lot more about Spanish culture and daily life. "
Mirra B Brandeis University
"I gained many friends at BU and also learned so much about Spanish culture and the Spanish workplace. My Spanish improved so much I am very proficient, and I will never forget all of the places I traveled in Spain (9 different cities other than Madrid!). "
Rani B Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile. Although the UK is similar to the US in many aspects, I felt I was able to experience a different side of the world. An example- I would never take public buses in the US, but in Bath, that was my main mode of transportation. Additionally, I was able to study and immerse myself in the local culture,..."
Felicity H Brandeis University
"appreciation for the world"
Anna M Brandeis University
"Academically, it was a great experience to learn from British faculty and experience a different culture of learning. Also, with such a writing-intensive nature to both my courses, I think that I became a better, faster writer. I made so many amazing friends and felt very connected to the community; I can see myself returning to..."
A student Brandeis University
"Yes, it was worthwhile. The greatest gift I learned abroad was independence, how to live in a city and a larger understanding of cultural differences. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was a very worthwhile experience. I gained a whole new outlook on the world in terms of different living education systems and cultural beliefs and values- such as hygge. "
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