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.
"Independence, travel savviness, how to acclimate and adapt to new cultures and surroundings. "
Ale F Brandeis University
"I would say it was worthwhile to study abroad. "
A student Brandeis University
"100% worth it and it was awesome being able to travel all over the place and meet new people. Highly recommend."
Gabriela U Brandeis University
"I think I had to learn how to spend a lot of time with myself and getting comfortable with exploring and going on my own adventures without waiting on other people. I also learned so much history about the U.K. by taking classes outside my field and also just by walking around the city. "
A student Brandeis University
"Yes! I created some valuable connections, visited all the UK countries, got to know the UK university system more, and learned many interesting things in classes and from readings."
A student Brandeis University
"I got to understand myself in a way that just was not possible in the US. Being an ocean away from my family and all of my friends made me get to know myself, and how to be and exist in a completely different context with completely different people. "
A student Brandeis University
"My entire semester was really fun and spontaneous. I visited 9 countries during my semester abroad. It's so cheap and easy to visit all the European countries (mostly). I made some great friends in London and it's definitely an experience of a lifetime. It makes me want to travel more and explore our beautiful world. "
A student Brandeis University
"Studying abroad was completely worthwhile— I got to have a broader understanding and context of where others come from as well as an opportunity to reflect on how my life priorities may be a result of the culture I come from."
Celia O Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself and the world. It was certainly worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to make a film."
Ellie F Brandeis University
"Study abroad is always worthwhile. I gained focus and perspective on my likes, dislikes, and have more confidence in my options for careers in the future. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about healthcare on a global scale. I visited museums, began to learn the language and enjoyed Fika across Stockholm."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned that your experience with other cultures will only be as great as the amount of energy you put into it."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned to have autonomy, and to navigate a foreign country with my own wits and judgment. I made sure to exit my comfort zone and undertake things I wouldn't have previously believed I could do, and after which I could think back with pride."
A student Brandeis University
"I am glad I went abraod because it challenged me in many ways and I learned a lot, bu it was not the easiest experience."
A student Brandeis University
"While abroad i discovered my strengths and my weaknesses. Who I am who I’m not and the young woman I aspire to be. Being in Galway was filled with ups and downs and it took me on a self discovery, healing and self love journey. I became more spiritual and have a closer relationship with God. Being there was not by accident and I..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to be myself in a new place; I learned a lot of history and thought about the world in different ways. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"My experience was definitely worthwhile, I gained many new friends and memories and feel more developed as an individual."
A student Brandeis University
"I was able to improve my Korean language and make friends from around the world. Studying abroad also helped me better understand myself and Korean culture. "
Tina L Brandeis University
"100 % worthwhile, everyone needs to go. I learned that life does not need to be normal, although normal can be good the hard work that it takes to travel and be adventures is worth it. I learned to not settle because the world is beautiful and it needs to be seen."
A student Brandeis University
"My Spanish improved significantly over the course of this program. Specifically, learning Ecuadorianisms abroad was really fun and interesting because that's not something you can learn in a classroom. You get to really be a part of the community and culture with the host family system."
Eva R Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile. I learned that it is good to put yourself out there and to be open to new experiences and ways of life. Be open to learning and living a new culture, it is imperative to leave your biases at home!"
Stephanie S Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about different cultures around Europe, not just the Netherlands. Although I have been throughout Europe before this trip, having been able to take it all in within a short period of time was so beneficial as you see the subtle differences of each country. Now, oddly, I want to move to Europe for my Masters educa..."
Haoyan L Brandeis University
"To put it briefly, I learned so much about myself that I would not have learned at home. This experience was certainly worthwhile and something I am ever-thankful for choosing."
Philip B Brandeis University
