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 British and European Archaeology, and how it differs procedurally and theoretically from American archaeology. I also learned a lot about British culture that I would not have learned in the US."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned (however corny it may sound) that I can do whatever I put my mind to. If I can master the art of communicating in a foreign language with people who often don't speak (much) English in both social/casual AND professional environments, I can do anything."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a new perspective on life. I realized how much joy, laughter, and happiness I could have with friends. I realized how big the world is and how much I have not seen. I strengthened my language skills. I learned that I can be independent. I learned that I am comfortable with being an adult. I learned that Japan is the cou..."
Cesar P Brandeis University
"I learned that I shouldn't feel bad about not liking awful people. It was worthwhile though, I met a couple nice people and got to travel all over"
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a greater understanding of who I am as a person, I matured, I became more confident and more open to ideas. Definitely worth while "
Melissa D Brandeis University
"I learned that I must travel more!"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about the reality of poverty and inequality in Cape Town, but also generally in the world. I saw and experienced and learned so much! There were many difficulties and challenges with disorganization and difficult program staff to work with, however it was certainly still worth while. However I think that unfort..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about Jerusalem and Israel. It was very worthwhile, but I could have learned a lot more at a different program in Israel. "
A student Brandeis University
"Improved my French significantly, learned a lot about French history and culture, and got to hike in the Alps. Definitely worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"My speaking ability definitely improved, I got to know the city very well, and I learned much more about French culture than I ever did in a French class."
Nila M Brandeis University
"Understanding of Japanese culture. Yes it was worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"- How to cook - How to manage my time - How to get used to large sized lectures Conclusion: Matured as a person so it was very worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"Live through with an new foreign experience"
Hanyuan Z Brandeis University
"I learned to be much more independent. I am thoroughly in love with Tel Aviv and am so grateful for the opportunity to have started an internship I loved and meet really wonderful Israelis. Though I didn't love the program itself, I am glad it afforded me the opportunity to be in Tel Aviv as a student."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained the amazing experience of traveling to different culturally rich cities within Australia and the unique countries neighboring Australia (New Zealand, SE Asia) "
Ryan B Brandeis University
"I learned how to be very independent. I had never really used public transit before and I learned to love it. I learned how to cook! I learned how to read a map. "
Abigail B Brandeis University
"Reflecting on my own culture in relation to another's, greater patience with myself and respect for those living in an international context"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about traveling alone and moving to a new country, as well as how to learn about a new place with an open mind. I gained a lot of knowledge about New Zealand itself, an appreciation for new places, new people, and experiences I otherwise wouldn't have. It was definitely worthwhile and the best experience I coul..."
Stephanie R Brandeis University
"My program was very much influenced by the type of people on the trip and our supervisors. Our semester also had more issues than a normal semester there would, which was not the staff's fault. However, the way certain issues and problems were handled made living at the Center uncomfortable and stressful for a large part of the ..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to live on my own in a foreign country, how to acclimate myself to a culture totally unlike my own, and how to befriend people even when there is a clear language barrier present. The experience was utterly worthwhile, as I gained very useful language and interpersonal skills, and I plan on returning to Amman next ..."
A student Brandeis University
"Yes. It was worthwhile. I made loads of friends, travelled and learnt a lot about myself as a person.. "
Vasavi N Brandeis University
"So worthwhile, learned so much about myself and others."
A student Brandeis University
"Barcelona made me even more independent and aware of the world around me. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained knowledge on Danish healthcare system as well as the European union. "
A student Brandeis University
"Through traveling I learned a lot about being independent while exploring the world. I also learned a lot from the internship component of the program. I would say it was worthwhile and that I would do it again, if only for those components"
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