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.
"Studying abroad helped me learn more about who I am, and it also helped me practice my cultural awareness skills. It was a very worthwhile experience, and I highly recommend it."
Christina Jiang Brandeis University
"being abroad for so long compared to what I had been exposed to before was scary at first but it taught me to be confident in myself. I believe it was worthwhile. "
Edgar Lara Amador Brandeis University
"I had so many meaningful interactions with so many people. I had so many opportunities and so much time to see so much of Shanghai as well as other cities and areas. My language improved so much and I am so grateful for this experience."
Sam Schulman Brandeis University
"Prague is so great and I never expected to love European culture so much."
Anh Nguyen Brandeis University
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A student Brandeis University
"My ability to critic art has definitely improved, as well as my French speaking level and understanding ability."
A student Brandeis University
"that you need to rely on yourself more"
A student Brandeis University
"While abroad I learned how to be independent while also immersing myself in the local culture. "
Isabel B Brandeis University
"I learned that playing it safe can decrease the rate of returns on investment of your time."
A student Brandeis University
"The experience abroad was absolutely worthwhile. Most people who go abroad find it transformative in one way or another, I did at least. "
Jackson S Brandeis University
"It was totally worth to go. I grew a lot personally and mentally got stronger; learned how to survive in a completely new country; Classes were fun and I got very interested in counselling as a career over there."
Amphy P Brandeis University
"Cultural and language integration with a better understanding of the Israeli population "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to travel alone and how to be independent. Studying abroad was an eye-opener to how I want to live my life. I definitely have the travel bug now! "
Haley S Brandeis University
"It was completely worthwhile, I learned a lot about myself and how to really live fully independently, especially when it came to cooking"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned more patience and more about who I am. I was definitely worthwhile"
Eric Rosenheim Brandeis University
"How to be more independent and do activities alone that I normally would only do with a group of people."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a new language, made friends with local people and gained more confidence."
Jiachen Z Brandeis University
"I learned extensively about another culture and was able to deconstruct some of the things I previously thought about Buddhism or South East Asian countries. "
A student Brandeis University
"I developed a connection to my heritage and a new appreciation for what my family did to come to America to provide the life that I live now. I also developed many new perspectives on how the world can operate."
Shea N Brandeis University
"I learned the area of focus I wish to go into for my career. At the same time, I also really enjoyed how to become much more independent and mature. Due to a lot of time being spent alone, I was really able to focus on my classes and also make the most out of my time. It allowed me to also explore all that DC has to offer. I lov..."
A student Brandeis University
"learned how to deal with people, deal with unique experiences and difficult situations. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learnt how to embrace and immerse myself in a new culture. It is very worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"The internship was great, but this itself would not make me want to endure this program again. I have a job because of this program, but BU needs to make some serious administrative changes before anyone is able to enjoy this experience. "
Logan N Brandeis University
"I was able to go out of the country for the first time and learn so much more about Chile. I feel like I really learned about myself and was able to get a non-western perspective of life and social conflicts. I'm so grateful for this opportunity. "
Hulda F Brandeis University
"Studying abroad in Granada was absolutely worthwhile. I learned so much about language, art, communication, etc. Granada is full of so much exciting life, beauty, and culture, and the program really allows you to experience it all. I made incredible friends with whom I was able to travel and experience so many new things; the bo..."
Allison Brandeis University
