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.
"How can I possibly some this up... I learned some social dynamics/inequities have not only a local or national context, but also a global continuity. I learned that this world is a big, beautiful place absolutely worth exploring. I learned that human connection spans across borders and oceans and to be open to fully embracing a..."
Jehman W Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile. I had to learn how to navigate living in a completely foreign city and attending a school that I was not at all familiar with beforehand. Doing so taught me a lot myself and how to live independently and what to do when problems arise and there's no one you can turn to for help. In addition, being i..."
Siobhan McKenna Brandeis University
"I learned how to adult! Since I was living in a flat with a kitchen, that meant I had no meal plan. I learned how to provide for myself and since London housing tends to be far from universities, I had to plan ahead for my 25 min commute to school."
A student Brandeis University
"Definitely improved my Spanish and increased my admiration of Spanish culture, through my own effort."
A student Brandeis University
"How to be independent, while learning about myself along the way. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learnt to be independent in many new ways that i did not expect, i was surprised by many of my abilities that were tested through the program Yes it was worthwhile "
A student Brandeis University
"A new perspective and a lot to think about. It was the most worthwhile experience I have ever had. I loved it so much! "
Ellie Mendelson Brandeis University
"I learned a little Danish, about the Danish and Finnish education systems, and how to be more independent. "
Emily Eidler Brandeis University
"Incredibly worthwhile. I did abroad in a way that let me see the world, explore different cultures, learn about the history and art of the cities I visited. Some do abroad a bit differently and simply go to party. I traveled more than most and I learned more than I could have possibly learned by sitting in a classroom. You not o..."
A student Brandeis University
"It was definitely a worthwhile experience, and I will return to China in the future because I had an amazing experience. My Chinese language fluency has increased a lot and the program is more intensive than at Brandeis, so you learn to read and write the characters. China is so different and so innovative. I learned so much abo..."
A student Brandeis University
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A student Brandeis University
"Living in London for a semester was incredibly helpful in providing an experience for budgeting and adjusting to independent life in a metropolitan area. While the academic aspect of this program, as it seems with many UK schools, is very dependent on major(s)/classes taken, overall there is a lot less academic work than a typic..."
A student Brandeis University
"it was worthwhile i did not just learn one single thing but it was an experience of self-exploration and growth to live and prosper in a foreign place. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to become more independent and not rely on advisors or others to help me on my work or projects but I still think it was worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"Far too much about the UK's political process."
A student Brandeis University
"Spanish definitely improved and I went out of my comfort zone. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was extremely worthwhile. I gained first-hand experience with a global health organization and got to learn a lot about global and international health from experts."
A student Brandeis University
"I loved going to museums, traveling, and experiencing nature. I learned how to be independent and do things on my own. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about interacting with others and I've become more outgoing. I was able to reflect on what I've learned at Brandeis, but in a "real world" context."
A student Brandeis University
"Learning about refugees while in Jordan, which has such a unique relationship to so many different refugees, was priceless."
A student Brandeis University
"I improved my Chinese language ability and got to experience Chinese culture"
Rolonda Donelson Brandeis University
"I became very independent and organized. I also learned to question cultural perspectives around the world. It was overall a very worthwhile experience."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself and how I like to live on my own. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about new conservation professional opportunities and made great connections, definitely was worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about myself in a new environment."
Sierra Brandeis University
