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.
"Absolutely worthwhile, I learned to reach out to the people around me and utilize the resources available to me."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to take trips independently and how to be comfortable with discomfort. It was definitely worthwhile because now I find it much easier and less nerve wracking to be by myself and to approach new situations."
Sophie B Brandeis University
"I gained an immense amount of knowledge about the public healthcare system. I was exposed to a foreign kind of compassion and care within clinics and medical settings, and formed invaluable relationships with both locals and other students on the program. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot of self-confidence and love for another place."
Molly B Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about the Spanish culture and was able to travel around Europe. Very worthwhile experience"
Ethan W Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about drafting and formatting and improved my writing style. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained lots of experience in various life skills, such as independence, financial skills such as budgeting, and also developing a work-life balance. It was the most worthwhile experience of my college career. "
Maya S Brandeis University
"I think this experience was extremely worthwhile. Not only was I able to travel throughout Europe and see some incredible cities I never thought I would be able to see in my lifetime, but also I gained a greater appreciation for independently-driven activities. I learned that being on my own and tailoring my student abroad exper..."
A student Brandeis University
"It totally was! I loved my experience."
Lily R Brandeis University
"Yes, it was great and worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how difficult it is to communicate in a second language, and gained an even bigger sense of empathy for people who have to navigate in countries where they don't speak the language very well. "
A student Brandeis University
"Friendship"
Luxi Z Brandeis University
"I learned that I have a passion for bio archaeology, and that I really want to pursue archaeology in the future."
A student Brandeis University
"I've learned how cherished my life could be by learning things that I'm interested in. It's nice to group up with peers to study."
Liwei X Brandeis University
"Studying abroad in Bath was an incredible experience! The courses offered are connected to the city we were in, making them purposeful and important beyond simply engaging. Being in Bath also exposed me to a different environment. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was so worthwhile. I learnt a lot of Japanese language perspective things but in the meanwhile I got in touch with a lot of local people and I really love all the interactions I did with the local community. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about Spain and art history and it was so worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"The most valuable thing I gained from my time abroad was the friends I made along the way and the memories of experiencing some amazing historical and cultural areas of the United Kingdom. The program did an excellent job of making it easy to get to know people. Additionally, the classes were deeply interesting and engaging, and..."
Connor B Brandeis University
"Intermediate Japanese language level, basic knowledge of political economy, Japanese cultures."
Jiashu H Brandeis University
"I learned Japanese language and many interesting classes in different cultural contexts."
A student Brandeis University
"More knowledge in ECON field and diverse friendship."
Riley S Brandeis University
"I feel so happy, I made friends who I hope to have in my life forever, I have gained so much confidence in my ability to create a life for myself wherever I end up."
A student Brandeis University
"Studying abroad was worthwhile because it gave me a different perspective on what I've been studying in the USA. While it didn't completely change my views, it showed me that I had many similar beliefs to those around me back home. However, abroad, I had to adjust to different cultures and perspectives on international matters. ..."
A student Brandeis University
"Learn more about culture and history of UK, very worthwhile "
A student Brandeis University
"In addition to my language skills hugely improving, I learned about the patience, persistence, independence, and openness it takes to go to a fully new place alone and learn how to live there. I also gained a new perspective on sharing with people around you and was very inspired by the societal friendliness there. Though my exp..."
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