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 Thai, became somewhat fluent, and learned about the country's traditional and cultural aspects. It was definitely worthwhile because this is something I can never experience at this age again."
Fatim K Brandeis University
"I learned that it is important to be accepting of all cultures and traditions. Studying abroad allowed me to learn what I like and don't like about cities and potential areas to work. "
Alessandra M Brandeis University
"As someone who identifies as Ecuadorian, this experience taught me more about my culture and gave me the opportunity to live in it. I also gained research experience through one of my classes and got to strengthen my spanish."
Daphne B Brandeis University
"I learned about myself and the general career path I want to pursue in the future. It was a rewarding experience. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained confidence in my ability to handle new and sometimes difficult situations. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained so much research experience and international experience while abroad, and I believe 100% that my time in Morocco was worthwhile. "
Amelia T Brandeis University
"I learned Arabic of course especially the Jordanian dialect which I couldn't have learned at my home university. I also learned to be more independent and navigate living in a foreign country."
Kyla P Brandeis University
"I definitely learned a lot from my course. It was also cool to live in a different country and learn to plan a budget or travel on my own. It just made me become a more independent person. I do think it's very worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"Cross-cultural knowledge "
A student Brandeis University
"Yes, i learned to research a countries key indicators of a lot of things before going."
A student Brandeis University
"Great classes, great city!"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself and I found many new interests. I also think experiencing new cultures and being able to travel around Europe meeting all kinds of new people has helped me become more cultured and well rounded. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to work and live in a new city"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned many life skills and will always be grateful for this opportunity. "
A student Brandeis University
"The culture of Madrid"
Gabriela L Brandeis University
"There a lot of amazing courses and the professor are very good. I definitely learnt a lot of math, but I also learnt how to live by myself and manage my own apartment."
Divij G Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself, and the surrounding communities. I enjoyed the wildlife every step of the way."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to be more independent and how to deal with personal disagreements with those around me. The travel on weekends made it worth it alone."
A student Brandeis University
"Basic understanding of German, experience living in a foreign country, exposure to German culture"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about Jordan and the region at large on this program, and made so many connections that I will value for the rest of my life. I am a more well-rounded and open-minded person after my experience in Jordan, and I even learned a bit of a completely new language to me including a whole new alphabet! I wholeheartedl..."
Elizabeth B Brandeis University
"While I was abroad I gained confidence in my Spanish speaking abilities, and learned about a different mindset about life. One thing many of us noticed very quickly is that while Americans live to work, Spaniards work to live, and having a chance to experience that gave me perspective on what life can look like back home and hel..."
A student Brandeis University
"My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. Costa Rica definitely lives up to its catch phrase "pura vida" or pure life. There is so much wildlife and nature around you, and learning the ecological and biological details makes it so much more intersting."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned to live slowly and enjoy the little things more. "
Monica A Brandeis University
"I improved my understanding of art, and I learned how to make books and metal jewelry. I got really comfortable traveling alone in a foreign country. I experienced a lot of aspects of Italian culture. I also gained a lot of social confidence from learning to overcome the language barrier. These are all major benefits, however, I..."
A student Brandeis University
"Language skills, independence, leadership, invaluable experiences like goin to Patagonia, made some of the best friends that I have. It was absolutely worth every moment. "
Margot S Brandeis University
