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.
"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
"As a public health student, I learned a lot about Denmark as a model country for healthcare. "
Rebecca Nachman Brandeis University
"Independence and understanding how to live on my own was a worthwhile experience. The history was incredible. "
A student Brandeis University
"One of the main things that I learned was understanding that culture shock doesn't always come from those in another country. I think the biggest culture shock I experiences were from other American students. "
Jaila Brandeis University
"No matter how much you think you know about life in Japan, nothing compares to experiencing it firsthand. To me these experiences were, as they say in a certain credit card commercial: priceless."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about the history of central Europe, a better geographical understanding, and a better understanding of different European cultures in general."
A student Brandeis University
"This was definitely worthwhile in that I have gained so many life experiences from doing this. From traveling to different to countries, living with a host family, and writing a research program. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a much more advanced language skill as well as a developed sense of responsibility and independence"
Aviva D Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile. I gained independence and had amazing opportunities to learn about local culture, public policy and experience Europe. "
Michael A Brandeis University
"I learned that though the world is so much bigger than I thought it was, so many people from all over share the same values as me. Who would have thought that given the space and time I could be friends with people from Spain, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Australia, Germany, Canada, Turkey, and more. I will forever be grateful ..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned important journalism skills from my internship, which will be a big help in my career goals."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much more about the British political system and this country at a fascinating crossroads. I became a more independent person and thinker, capable of living in a big city and managing my academic timeline. London is also one of the most vibrant and multicultural places in the world with endlessly interesting histori..."
A student Brandeis University
"Functioning semi-independently; being exposed to new strains of thought in conversations with local and international students. Very student oriented and could have been a much worse experience had I not met the right people."
A student Brandeis University
"I feel like I gained a very deep love and understanding of British culture. Many of the people on the program, myself included, are already talking about our plans to revisit Bath and England whether it be for graduate school or beyond, because we had a very special connection to the city and the country. The courses were all gr..."
Julia Vinyard Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about living independently in a city, away from my family. I learned about a different culture, I experienced a city steeped in history and theatre. I learned what being in a conservatory style acting program is like. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"Learned about cultures and the social pressures for people all over the world. Completely worth it."
Dalia Weinstein Brandeis University
"I learned so much about French language and culture living with a host family and taking French classes, while making close American friends and having the support of a strong program. I directly experienced the political world of France, studying at a time when gilet jaunes were protesting frequently, but I always felt safe and..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about a new culture and gained a different perspective of how to do certain things "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about Chile’s History like the Dictatorship, the constitution, its neo-liberal system, privatized system, marginalized groups, issues that oppress citizens. I learned about the indigenous communities: Aymara and Mapuche. I learned about afro descendents, new waves of immigrant groups. I learned the manner in which ..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned more about Chinese culture and I really felt like one person rather than two split between American and China. Definitely worthwhile I'd recommend studying abroad! "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to travel. I learned how to make things happen. I learned how to live with another family (and failed mostly). I learned how to speak lidt danske (a little danish). I learned how to make friends! I learned how being nice to everybody always comes back around. Yes, it was worthwile. "
Benjamin Maffa Brandeis University
"I thought I learned how to be more self-sufficient considering my host family's circumstances. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a newfound send of independence and passion for what I'm studying, as well as new friends and a greater appreciation for bike lanes. "
A student Brandeis University
