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 a lot about myself in terms of handling money when it's tight and socializing with new people. And I really treasure learning the different style of "learning" in the UK - it was a transition but I found that it really worked for me, being SO personally responsible for my own study the way you're forced to be. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself, my subject, the world both in and out of the classroom in a year I will never forget. "
A student Brandeis University
"I grew up and was able to become a much more mature and flexible person "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about a new side of French culture, one that people do not normally see. Living in the south of France is monumentally different from living in the west, from living in the north, and especially from living in Paris. This program really allowed me to see just how diverse France and French culture is. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself and how to manage uncomfortable situations. My intercultural communication skills improved a ton, and I feel like I'm more open minded to different lifestyles. This experience definitely opened my eyes to different ways of life and how to be respectful when being in these new cultures "
A student Brandeis University
"Yes, it was worthwile. I learned the value of seeing a different culture and throwing myself into experiences that I wouldn't think possible before. "
Zachary N Brandeis University
"I learned that I am much more independent than I originally thought I was. I learned that I can not only make it in a new environment but thrive. I learned more about my father's homeland, and it made me feel much closer to my Italian roots."
Eleanor R Brandeis University
"It was 100% worthwhile. I formed some of my best friendships while abroad."
Sydnee N Brandeis University
"yes, amazing."
pamela btesh Brandeis University
"It was incredibly worthwhile. I learned how to manage conflict and advocate for myself. I learned how to stay cool while I had to give a presentation in French to a bunch of other French people. It boosted my confidence. I made some amazing friends; everyone on the program was hardworking, interesting, and just lovely people to ..."
Ally M Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about independence that was really valuable. I also improved my language skills a lot which I am really happy to have done. "
A student Brandeis University
"Met new people coming from a different culture, helped open my mind to new perspectives. The essay writing greatly helped my writing skills. Traveling through Europe allowed me to explore. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learnt a lot both academically and personally. Here I had my first art history and I really enjoyed, because we had many field trips to museums and galleries and the professor is so nice and wonderful. Personally, the experience is quite unforgettable, because I had my 20th birthday here in Berlin. Moreover, I learnt to be mor..."
Zhuoya Z Brandeis University
"I learned so much. Not only about myself but also about the Argentine healthcare system. I improved my Spanish immensely through classes and speaking with my host mom and other Argentinians. I also made lifelong friends!"
Lucy M Brandeis University
"It's hard to boil it all down, but going abroad strengthened my friendships (and my relationship with my significant other). I'm closer with some friends, and my SO, than when I left. Being on the other side of the planet really taught me that friendship is about putting out effort and putting out care and it pushed me to become..."
Danni T Brandeis University
"new study methods, new friends, academic improvements"
A student Brandeis University
"knowing there are so many opportunity out there and so many talented students working hard to reach their goal. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned to be way more independent than I was and made new friends in a situation where I didn't know anybody. Trying new things and meeting new people and being comfortable with being uncomfortable are certainly skills I am happy to be better at now."
Isaac A Brandeis University
"SFS Tropical Rainforest Studies offered the unique opportunity to truly live in the rainforest! This is an incredibly intimate view of an ancient and endangered ecosystem which boasts incredible biodiversity and ecosystem services. As a participant in this program, I was not a visitor to the rainforest, but actually living insid..."
Guthrie Brandeis University
"I learned a new language and about gender and race politics in other countries."
Atia Butts Brandeis University
"I learned a lot of Chinese/HK culture and history mostly through the Urban China class and the Chinese Economy class."
Ydalia C Brandeis University
"In terms of language, in addition to the standard Japanese we learn at our university in America, I was able to learn the regional dialect (Kansai-ben) as well as slang and idioms used by the younger generation. By visiting many places in and outside of Kyoto, I learned a lot about the history, geography, and local cuisine of Ja..."
Alana H Brandeis University
"I learned so much Arabic. Compared to other Jordan programs it seems as though CET really takes the cake in terms of language learning."
A student Brandeis University
"I got experience working in a potential future field of study, learned about the culture/history of the country I was living in, met some amazing people and did some amazing things. "
Julia Matson Brandeis University
"I was very happy to be in a different country. I think it changed a lot about my character and gave me insight about a new culture. Everything was worthwhile. "
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