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 fact that I didn't need to focus on academics allowed me to do a lot of exploring and I learned a lot about myself and the world outside of class. It was 100% worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"It was extremely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about different cultures and health care systems, and the different European perspective. I made incredible connections that I still have to this day and will hopefully have forever."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a greater perspective on the world, specifically the many comparisons and differences between Europe and America and how interesting the welfare state of Denmark is. It was absolutely worthwhile, and was an experience that will forever shape me."
Leah Peretsky Brandeis University
"I learned how to be independent."
Brianna C Brandeis University
"Language, communication, culture"
Yiyu Chen Brandeis University
"I learned how to travel on my own to different countries and how to budget in a very different way than I previously had to. I also learned how to better communicate with loved ones back in America. "
A student Brandeis University
"The program wasn't as academy fulfilling as I had hoped it would be, however it was great for personal growth and development. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a lot of self confidence through traveling across Europe. I also got a lot more worldly. I also gained a new look on Europe and different cultures. "
Alex Walter Brandeis University
"I became way more independent, adaptable, and resilient. I gained valuable travel skills and an amazing, humbling perspective on my place in the world as an American. Prague was full of exciting, affordable cultural experiences and was perfectly situated for travel. I learned a lot about European history, Czech history and the r..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned more about myself and about art and about greece! all sounds obvious but honestly it was truly awesome"
Liv Molho Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself and the importance of self-care and good mental health. Other than that, most of my time was spent on classes, homework, preparing for presentations/group work, doing presentations, worrying about classes and presentations, worrying about exams, failing exams and just school in general. "
Hawa I Brandeis University
"I learned how to balance a budget, and I saw so many amazing places around Europe"
A student Brandeis University
"Adaptability"
A student Brandeis University
"It was worthwhile. I gained a broader understanding of the largeness of the world, experiencing along the way a new culture and some of the nicest people I've met. I met people who I hope to be in contact with on a long term basis, and I enriched both my academic and linguistic skills."
A student Brandeis University
"Learned about so many different religions and cultures, was able to open myself up to people from all over the world. "
A student Brandeis University
"I was able to be more independent in a city and expand my traveling/planning experience. "
A student Brandeis University
"yes SO worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned new language and communication skills, I gained a deeper appreciation for other cultures, and I was able to travel the world and meet new/interesting people. This was an extremely worthwhile experience. "
A student Brandeis University
"Absolutely worthwhile. Changed my perspectives about political issues along with how we view living well. I love the experience. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself and became really self-reliant. I took risks and tried new things. I am so grateful that I took the opportunity to go abroad and have this experience. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile! I learned everything about the Australian environment from ecology to biology and anthropological associations. "
Jeremy Goodsnyder Brandeis University
"It was worthwhile. I learned more about being independent, I learned about a new culture which in itself taught me so many things, like how to not be obsessed with productivity and how to appreciate the moment. My classes taught me about Greek and Byzantine art, business ethics and philosophy etc. I feel super enriched. "
A student Brandeis University
"Definitely a worthwhile experience. I learned a lot - had to learn how to live on my own to a further extent than before, gained the ability to enjoy exploring places alone, learned to go more out of my comfort zone and take on more responsibilities."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about time management and being independent. I also learned a lot about numerous different cultures. Studying abroad was absolutely worth while."
A student Brandeis University
