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.
"Learned to cook for myself"
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a lot of confidence to become more independent. I also became more organized as I planned weekend trips and found my way around new cities."
A student Brandeis University
"I definitely am more cultured and worldly from this experience being able to understand people and other cultures. It also gives you a new perspective on life."
A student Brandeis University
"Experiencing a new culture, learning about environmental issues in the field rather than from a book in the classroom, meeting new people through the program, expanding my Spanish skills. Definitely all worth it."
A student Brandeis University
"Independence"
A student Brandeis University
"Going to Singapore was one of the best things I have ever done. I learned so much about the world, the way I as a white american fit into it, the way I can make connections with people who live half way across the world from me through a love of food, fun and kindness. I learned if I push myself the gains can be unmeasurable. ..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned more about the types of comedy that I already knew about as well as other kinds. I also learned more about myself as a comedian. "
A student Brandeis University
"I loved studying abroad. I felt like I learned so much about myself, what I want out of my education, and my future. Because of the atmosphere at UCD, I spent a lot of time in the city on my own, and I am so grateful for the independence that I learned as a result. I also traveled at lot which was convenient since I rarely had w..."
Christa Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself, Denmark, Danish culture, and important issues happening around the world today."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained an innumerable amount of self-love and self-awareness, as well as many friends and experiences that I can never recreate in their entirety because they are so precious to my time here. "
A student Brandeis University
"what you get out of this program is really what you put into it. For me it was incredibly worthwhile because I was able to accomplish many personal and academic goals. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a lot of self confidence and it was totally worth it. "
A student Brandeis University
"Language, open-mindedness, saw Europe. Yes"
Benjamin M Brandeis University
"I learned about the Korean cultures, such as the youth culture, the cafe culture, the couple culture, the drinking culture, etc. There are various colorful components within the Korean cultures, and it was amazing to see things from a different cultural background."
Yini R Brandeis University
"I've had a lot of time to self-reflect and mature as a result. I've had to face my inner demons head-on as well and really struggled with feelings of inadequacy for a while. Nevertheless, the experience was really important to my self-growth and I think I've learned a lot as a result. I've had a change to work on my weaknesses, ..."
A student Brandeis University
"Not scared to speak French anymore; French improved; made a lot of friends; travelled a lot, did some solo traveling as well which were amazing It's definitely worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about Central and Eastern Europe as well as Europe as a whole from this experience. The Jewish studies part was definitely a highlight. "
Emma S Brandeis University
"Learning new language and culture"
Thales B Brandeis University
"This was a semester of personal growth. I became more independent, more willing to try new things, a better communicator, and more confident. I enjoyed meeting new people the most, and I am incredibly grateful for the hospitality that I encountered throughout my travels. However, my greatest learning experiences were not through..."
Allison M Brandeis University
"It was totally worth it! I learned so much about myself and the world around especially the people that make up this world. It broaden my perspective on how we operate as humans and citizens in the world."
Alleah S Brandeis University
"Too much to list here. Yes!"
vanessa a Brandeis University
"I learned how to appreciate new cultures, whether it's my Spanish host family or my friend I met here from Missouri. I learned more Spanish than I ever have before or will again. IES is also not a vacation. I have a full academic courseload, with final exams and final projects/essays. I'll intege"
Ari L Brandeis University
"Paris is a great city to study abroad in! My language skills have definitely improved and I've learned a lot about the French culture and history."
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"I like Scotland"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to be independent. I also feel like I've learned the impact the US has on the world, since it is election year. I feel like I appreciate my role as a citizen of the US more. I have a more global view of more things now. This was a super worthwhile experience and would recommend it to everyone. "
Reena C Brandeis University
