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.
"My ability to speak Spanish has improved and I had a wonderful time living in and exploring Madrid. It is a beautiful city and the people are very welcoming and friendly. Traveling around Spain was a pleasure. I would recommend it to anyone. Madrid is a brilliant city to spend a semester in. I had a great time ad felt like I..."
A student Brandeis University
"I loved Siena! We were able to in just two months really immerse in the city. Siena is a city that you can definitely feel at home in after just two months due to its size and the help of great Italian classes and outside excursions. I was able to watch the Palio, one of the biggest and oldest events in Italy, travel to a few of..."
Isabella Giunta Brandeis University
"It was worthwhile. It was nice to experience another culture so that I can give my own culture some context. "
A student Brandeis University
"My experience abroad was very worthwhile. I learned how to adapt to a different society and culture, to learn about there customs, and become immersed in them."
A student Brandeis University
"Aside from gaining an understanding of how people live around the world, what conditions they live in, and how they are still happy regardless, I gained two main things. One, the flame inside of me was re-ignited and I was reminded of the things that once made me feel driven and passionate, and my confidence was restored. Two, I..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned mainly more about myself and what I care most about. It made me want to be more active in my work and the social justice work I want to do."
A student Brandeis University
"Soo worthfull"
A student Brandeis University
"Not only did I improve my Spanish skills and learn about Argentinian culture during my time abroad, but I gained so much independence and learned how to navigate through unfamiliar situations. Being able to follow along and earn good grades in college class with Argentinians was such a booster for my language skills. I feel so ..."
Lauren C Brandeis University
"My chinese improved a lot. Gained a memorable experiences. also made good chinese and american friends. Good foods and cultures. I learned so many things that i can't learn in my school or home country. It's definitely worthwhile, if i have any chance in the future, i would like to do it again."
Ji Hun J Brandeis University
"Independence. Easy-goingness"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to be more independent, to push myself beyond my comfort zones, to figure out how to solve problems on my own, to ask for help if I needed it, to communicate better even despite the language barrier , to be more proactive. My semester abroad was very worthwhile."
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"I gained some independence and got a chance to travel all around Europe."
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"I learned that I really appreciate my friends back at home. The experience was worthwhile."
Ethan Brandeis University
"Australians are really nice and have an amazing country "
amelie de cirfontaine Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself, and I think that was most important. It is one of the only times I will be able to spend months in Europe, so it was so worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned that there is always someone more powerful and richer than you, always a world greater and further than your own. Work hard while you are young and live any of life you want."
Lorraine Li Brandeis University
"I have learned the different cultures. And I also make friends with local people and Taiwanese. It's interesting to find out a different culture and Hong Kong is really a quick speed city. Yes, it is worth while "
Qihui W Brandeis University
"How to be independent, absolutely worthwhile though I wish I prepared better"
Ulrica Sun Brandeis University
"Study abroad is really about learning to be okay with doing things on your own and also appreciating the friends you make along the way."
Callahan Brandeis University
"I gained so much!! Wonderful American friends, and experiences that have opened me up and made me a more well-rounded person. "
Orli S Brandeis University
"I definitely feel more independent and confident from simply being away from my family, friends, home, and school. I also achieved some academic and professional goals, and made many new, close friends. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how much we are shaped by our culture's history, how resilient people are, how to be a competent traveler, etc. It was absolutely worthwhile and transformative. "
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"Learned to be independent "
A student Brandeis University
"that Israel is the best & Jerusalem its best city"
Joey Barr Brandeis University
"I learned so much, but I think the most important thing was that I learned what I'm capable of when I quit my comfort zone, and that felt priceless. "
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