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 so much about myself and how to take care of myself and navigate a city on my own. I learned how to utilize resources at a new giant university to help me succeed in my classes. I learned so much about Irish history and culture! I gained a broader perspective on the world."
A student Brandeis University
"Absolutely worthwhile - as someone with a personal connection to Sweden, I was able to make use of the semester to explore said connection, visit with family, and improve my Swedish!"
A student Brandeis University
"I got exposed to a new learning environment, made new friends, and understood local culture. "
Frank H Brandeis University
"I had the greatest teachers of my whole life, saw 25 shows in 12 weeks, and truly got a chance to understand what it means to be a person in the arts in the UK. It felt like I was given a backstage VIP pass to theater. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about Ireland and how to navigate a new city. I do think it was a worthwhile study abroad, though I’m not sure I would have the same opinion of I didn’t like my internship."
Sarah B Brandeis University
"It was worth every penny I spent. I improved so much on my Arabic and just grew so much as a person. I highly recommend CET"
Kyla P Brandeis University
"I gained a lot of exposure to a new culture. It was easy to just get up and explore, especially because public transportation in Seoul is amazing! In addition to this, I was able to learn a lot of Korean by just interacting with the locals or making friends at social locations. I think it was definitely worthwhile!"
A student Brandeis University
"Got to improve my spanish a lot and learn from local students. "
Alex F Brandeis University
"My experience in Panama was one that I will never forget. After the program I feel a lot more confident in my knowledge of tropical and marine ecology and in my conversational Spanish skills. I really loved how much the program challenged my world view, encouraged me to recognize my privilege as a visitor to the country, and hel..."
Sophia S Brandeis University
"Tons about being independent, balancing academics and social life, budgeting etx."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned that life is so much more than what we let it be, stepping outside of ourselves and opening doors can unlock everything. It was surely worth while."
A student Brandeis University
"Social Skills, time management. 100%"
Leon G Brandeis University
"My time abroad taught me much about myself such as who I was without my academics. It taught me about the cultural experiences and differences I did not know were present and allowed me to expand my friends and close circle to include those in other countries I have never learned about. It is nice meeting and getting to know so ..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much from this experience and I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in human rights or social justice issues and learning Arabic. We were also able to conduct our own research which was so immersive and educational. "
A student Brandeis University
"Through my experience, I gained the ability to travel and see so many different countries, cultures, and lifestyles. I got to experience life on a completely different continent, which is something that helped me to understand a different part of the world. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about non-westernized culture and was integrated a way that I was not able to when touring or studying in my home country."
A student Brandeis University
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A student Brandeis University
"My French has improves massively and learning how to navigate different cultures was an extremely valuable and enlightening experience"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned what I would to do in the future. Being abroad allowed me to really reflect on my calling. Furthermore, I was able to I feel a lot more independent and responsible. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about how different every region of Spain is! I was able to explore so many other European countries, so it was a great experience. It was so worth it!"
A student Brandeis University
"I believe it was worthwhile to study abroad. I learned to be independent and get out of my comfort zone by living in and exploring a big city such as London. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile. I learned what it is like to live in a very big city in terms of activities to do and financial means. I also learned what it was like to work outside of the US and how it compares to working in the US. Finally, through the internship, I learned more about what I want to do in my future career."
Grace Wang Brandeis University
"It was so valuable to learn about Danish culture. I learned quite a lot about American culture as well! The time difference between my friends/family at home was pretty isolating, but I gained a lot of valuable knowledge about myself and grew a sense of independence and maturity that I would not have otherwise done at my home un..."
A student Brandeis University
"My Arabic language skills improved greatly and I learned a lot about local culture and history. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a lot of self-confidence. 10/10 recommend. "
Vanessa P Brandeis University
