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 did a gap year in a small village in Ecuador, so I'd already seen one side of Ecuador, and I figured that going to school at Ecuador's most prestigious/wealthy private university would be very different. It was. I came into the USFQ program thinking I was going to manage to get out of the American bubble that's so common in s..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a better perspective of the every day life of the Japanese and how tradition and culture are integrated into modern day life. I also improved in my Japanese listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills to a 3rd semester level. From what I academically and culturally learned to the friendships I made with local, inte..."
Emily W Brandeis University
"I learned how important solitude and independence are. It was incredibly significant for me personally to learn how to live alone in a new place."
Rachel N Brandeis University
"I learned so much about myself and became a person I am really proud to be. Ghana is such a special place, the people are kind, hospitable, and free. I love Ghana! "
Riki G Brandeis University
"I learned how to inhabit my discomfort, dismantle and reshape it. I learned that in its unwillingness to make exceptions the process of adjustment would demand growth in ways I couldn't have anticipated. I learned what it meant to take risks that were significant to me, and to live vividly. I learned how to care better, and out ..."
Leah H Brandeis University
"I learned to be so much more thankful for the little things, and came back with a newfound appreciation for nature. I realized how challenging it is to feel like an outsider, but also how welcoming people can be. It was honestly the best thing I've ever done so far, and I wouldn't change it for anything."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained an experience in Korean society and people; and it was the most worthful gain that I earn from this program"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about independence as well as adapting to a more relaxing and easy going way of living. My Spanish also improved immensely!"
A student Brandeis University
"I discovered what I like. I felt that I explored the world by going to a country that is so far away from home, thus learning a new culture. My internship provided me with a big line for my resume, and the courses that I took in Sydney opened up my mind in many ways."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to be more independent and how to interact with other cultures. It was a completely worthwhile experience. "
Anne L Brandeis University
"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
