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.
"I learned how to navigate lectures given in the field and be independent in a new location."
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"Language, cultural understanding, friends, education, confidence and perspective."
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"I learned a lot about British politics and the way the British government functions, especially in during Brexit."
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"Not only did my French abilities improve ten-fold, but I feel more comfortable traveling on my own and have a better knowledge of human rights within the UN and around the world."
A student Brandeis University
"I enjoyed the internship aspect of the program and some of the classes. I am glad that I was able to experience British culture and live in the heart of Kensington. "
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"Of course it was worthwhile. I think in particular I gained access to new, transformative, and creative research processes. "
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"I learned a lot about being independent and navigating new places and cultures. I learned a different perspective on life from the Spaniards I interacted with and learned how to balance experiences with self-care. It was absolutely worthwhile!"
A student Brandeis University
"Yes it was! I mostly improved my written french and how to pause when I think conflicts may arise from cultural differences"
A student Brandeis University
"It was and I learned how to navigate by yourself and experience different cultures."
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"This program in specific helped me realize that I truly enjoy research, specifically ethnographic research, by allowing me to conduct my oown reserach during the ISP period. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained am immense amount of confidence in my French language skills and had endless opportunities to use and improve upon them."
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"I think the most I gained from this experience was learning about the local culture. I visited almost everything in the city and was able to get to know it like the back of my hand. Also meeting so many new people, especially locals was my favorite part because I learned even more about different aspects of culture from local fe..."
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"Stronger language skills, more self confidence "
A student Brandeis University
"Patience in nuanced cultural differences, complete fluency in the french language, an appreciation for a more old-fashioned, graceful and conservative culture. It was absolutely worth while but not at all what I expected it to be. "
Yvette Smith Brandeis University
"Learned how to manage time and plan better."
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"I learned how to be more independent and experience a new and different city. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was worthwhile. I learned how to budget better and got some relevant work experience. "
Jacob R Brandeis University
"I learned that the world isn't always a great place but if you have some people that are passionate about change, there is potential to make it better. "
Nyomi Brandeis University
"I gained another loving family (my host family) and the knowledge of another country that I could love to visit again. I know way more about Denmark than I would have if I went to another country. I have found another home and I cannot wait to go back. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about myself. It was completely worth it. "
Sohaima K Brandeis University
"Independence, knowledge about my home and host cultures, personal growth, and so much more! It was beyond worth my while."
A student Brandeis University
"Yes, it was definitely worthwhile! I gained maturity, knowledge, and great friendships all while studying a topic that I am passionate about. "
A student Brandeis University
"Academically, I gained valuable communication and research skills from my classes. Personally, I have expanded my horizon and became a more confident individual. I also gained a deeper understanding of the businesses in the Asia Pacific regions and became more aware of global issues. "
Carmen H Brandeis University
"Cultural experience Language integration Native expressions Broaden horizon"
A student Brandeis University
"It was worth-while. I gained valuable skills largely regarding how to be an independent and self sufficient adult, while still, obviously, having a blast. "
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