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 learned that I was able to adapt to a new city and culture. This experience has motivated me to consider living abroad again. "
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"Yes, it was worthwhile, I learned how to independently live alone and travel across countries by myself. I feel more prepared as an adult now. "
A student Brandeis University
"I could not speak more highly about DIS Copenhagen. It is a well-run program in a lovely city. I was challenged to ask deep questions about the world we live in while also being provided ample opportunities for fun. It was truly a semester filled with joy! "
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"I think I learned about myself a lot and what/who makes my experiences better in life and I learned you don’t need a bunch of friends and it’s more important to make a few strong individual friendships "
A student Brandeis University
"I had an incredible semester seeing some of the most amazing things and places that I've ever seen all while learning about ecology and conservation. It really was amazing and I would do it again in a heartbeat. The travel aspect of this program was what made it so amazing, since trips to some of the best parts of Panama were pl..."
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"I became more grounded! I learned how to live a simpler life in the Galapagos and I wouldn't give that up for anything!"
Emily M Brandeis University
"I learned to be independent and enjoy time on my own. It was very worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"skills, friendships, and personal confidence. very eye-opening and met a lot of friends"
A student Brandeis University
"Friends, language acquisition, food knowledge, new perspectives. "
Daniel C Brandeis University
"Paris was an amazing city so full of life and culture and new experiences. I met so many people from all over the world and learned about their languages and culture. I improved my French and gained independence in a new city."
A student Brandeis University
"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. "
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"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."
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