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.
"A new understanding of culture, a new family and new friends, as well as a new perspective on a field that I love very much"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about what it takes to establish a life in a completely new environment and how to adapt to new or different situations. "
Eli Waxler Brandeis University
"Studying abroad allowed me to grow independently and explore subjects and places that I wouldn't otherwise be able to. "
Caylee F Brandeis University
"How to interact with people without verbal communication, solving new problems. Yes it was worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a greater confidence in French speaking and listening, as well as general confidence and independence- though I mostly blame having to figure out the fickle metro system for the latter two. Definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"My experience abroad was definitely worthwhile. I feel a greater appreciation for the little things that make me feel comfortable at my home university. There are so many things that I take for granted on a regular basis and living and studying in a new environment made me realize this. I also met so many amazing that gave me ne..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned to love, express compassion, and recognize my privilege. As an American citizen I recognized my fortune and the opportunities that are afforded to me as an educated American male. I was challenged to think outside of the box and find comfort in the unfamiliar. My time abroad was more enriching than any other semester i..."
Edwin Morales Brandeis University
"I became much more comfortable living independently in a city and planning trips either by myself or with others. I also learned so much about Aotearoa and the amazing work Maori peoples have been doing to preserve their sovereignty and language in the wake of colonization."
Christy Brandeis University
"Experienced a culture I never would have gotten the chance to see otherwise"
A student Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile. I met a lot of new people and learned about Scottish culture."
A student Brandeis University
"Best/most important experience I've had so far."
Francina Martinez Brandeis University
"great outdoor experience, great courses, really made use of the location, learned about the history of Freiburg and how it becomes so green"
A student Brandeis University
"I improved my language skills and got international work experience. "
Anna Brandeis University
"I immersed myself to develop strong leadership abilities and learned to work successfully in a project group throughout many community settings in Thailand. I gained a broad range of applied skills from interviewing, researching, and learning how to write for a variety of media. The program also provides public forums to showcas..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained so much! I feel my time was incredibly worthwhile. I gained new friends and experiences along with practice scuba diving, knowledge from my courses, and spanish speaking skills. "
Alexandra A Brandeis University
"I gained a lot of confidence in myself and met really amazing people. I also improved my Japanese very much."
A student Brandeis University
"My study abroad experience was extremely worthwhile. I had amazing and incredible opportunities in the field, and I gained many fieldwork techniques and information that I will be able to apply at home. I also gained many connections and research opportunities that has me grow in my field. The opportunities that I had and the pl..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned more about whether comedy is what I want to pursue."
A student Brandeis University
"International experience in internship as well as more of an understanding of the history of Catalunya and an appreciation for history"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about local culture, ecology and land use, and myself. It was worthwhile."
Dylan Quinn Brandeis University
"I gained a sense of independence and learned more about what I wanted to do. "
Sarah Brandeis University
"I learned to be more independent and to reach out for help when necessary. I learned to find a balance between enjoying time alone as well as spending time with others. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself, what career trajectory I want to go down, and intercultural skills. It was definitely worthwhile. "
Dustin Lee Brandeis University
"I gained more confidence in my ability to interact with people from a different culture. I feel more comfortable having to navigate a language barrier and talking to strangers."
A student Brandeis University
"Increased cultural awareness, putting life at home into perspective, a more well-rounded/international education, life skills, and much more!"
A student Brandeis University
