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 to integrate myself into a new culture"
Benjamin Korman Brandeis University
"Keep an open mind and don't be afraid of trying different experiences. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was worthwhile. Before I was hesitant, but now I know that I really want to work in the field of conservation. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned the language and how to be more independant. It was worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself while abroad. I am typically very shy and I very reserved, but this helped me come out of my shell. I made a lot of friends abroad, and got to network with some very cool people. This experience was definitely worthwhile. "
Brianna Brown Brandeis University
"I gained the confidence that I can adapt to and thrive in a place where I know nothing. I didn't know the language and I didn't know anyone, but I still gained lifelong friends and had a lot fun in the 4 months I spent there. "
A student Brandeis University
"Definitely Worthwhile! Lots of room for personal growth and exploring your interests in the field of medicine as well as learning how a hospital operates."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about people. Since there were students from all over the country, it was interesting to see how we all interacted and communicated. I also learned a lot about my low, and Spanish culture. "
Regan Charie Brandeis University
"I met so many new people, realized there are so many amazing places I have never been and need to explore, and learned more about myself than I ever expected"
A student Brandeis University
"How to live in a different society and appreciate amazing adventures!"
Isaac Yglesias Brandeis University
"Learned about the history and politics more, got really connected to the land and the people, grew as a person etc. "
A student Brandeis University
"friends"
Yuke Su Brandeis University
"Learned how to be more independent and that people live very different lives in other countries; also that Irish culture is super laid back. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot of independence and coping mechanisms while abroad, and learned a lot about the world itself as well as academically. "
A student Brandeis University
"I became more independent, more functional. I learned how to cook for myself and to navigate a strange city on my own, and it felt great."
A student Brandeis University
"Aside from enjoying every second of my time here because of all the fun experiences and beautiful places I visited, I was able to improve my Hebrew immensely and I felt truly immersed in Israeli culture, which was incredible. I got to learn about the Israeli medical system and have hands-on exposure to so many aspects of medicin..."
A student Brandeis University
"yes"
Avital Simone Brandeis University
"You need to go beyond your comfort zone, but never forget your values. Through this, you definitely learn a lot more about a culture, develop on your language skills, and see who you are as a person when you are away from those you are comfortable with or use to."
A student Brandeis University
"First and foremost, my main goal in studying abroad was to see the world and travel, but I ended up learning a lot about Hungarian culture regardless. I also learned a lot about myself, so the experience was pretty rewarding."
Karen K Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile! I learned a lot about how to face challenges on my own, and how to welcome new experiences instead of shying away from them. Living on your own in a foreign city is daunting, but makes you such a better person at the end!"
Emily Glovin Brandeis University
"From my internship, I learned a lot about Japanese work/life culture, I learned how to navigate the transit system, I tried new foods every day and literally was exposed to something different each day. "
Samantha G Brandeis University
"Challenge yourself. Challenges are worth your while."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about Sweden through my host family and through my courses. It was really cool to learn about the fields I have chosen to study, through a Swedish lens. I loved my host family, I loved the friends I made (a lot of whom were also homestay students), and I loved Stockholm. This program was definitely worthwhile. "
Mariel Andrea Guzman Brandeis University
"Definitely worthwhile. The most enriching experience of my life. Still processing all the lessons."
A student Brandeis University
"a new perspective on the relationship between people and the material world surrounding them"
Rolando Chapiro Uziel Brandeis University
