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 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"
A student Brandeis University
"i learnt a lot about myself and gained much international experience "
A student Brandeis University
"Any experience in a foreign country for a year will undeniably make you learn a lot about yourself and collect a tonne of experiences, and that was certainly the case for me. In addition, Australia is an incredibly beautiful country with a welcoming culture and kind people, so it's an ideal place for a year abroad. It was all de..."
A student Brandeis University
"My experience was absolutely worthwhile. It was hard at times. I have been away from home a lot before, but none of my experiences were like this one. I was thrown completely out of my comfort zone, was miserable for bits of the time, but I wouldn't change a single day. I learned to silence my mind and just observe and learn; I ..."
Molly P Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile. I learned a very different culture than US."
A student Brandeis University
"People talk about how spending time abroad completely changes you and your perspective. For me, this was very untrue. Perhaps it is because I had the opportunity to live in multiple countries abroad growing up, but I am not sure. I found that being abroad gives you a better understanding of who you are by challenging and questio..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about the New Zealand Film Industry, since my internship was at Script-to-Screen (a fantastic nonprofit organization for people in the industry). While the Study abroad program was a bit everywhere, the people that I met through the program as well as the internship that they provided and the location I was study..."
mcat8 Brandeis University
"It was a worthwhile experience"
A student Brandeis University
"I vastly improved my language skills and understanding of China. It was SOOO worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"I made a ton of new friends that I hope to stay in touch with as well as see in the future. It was definitely worthwhile."
Drew F Brandeis University
"I'm not sure"
A student Brandeis University
"Gained great independence, learned a ton about Argentina and it's political system, it's society, and daily life, had amazing excursions. "
A student Brandeis University
"Most definitely worthwhile. I can't say a lot to a cultural experience, but never before I have I felt so in touch with my own strength and with nature."
A student Brandeis University
"I think it was entirely worthwhile and experiencing life abroad for a year instead of just one semester was much more valuable. I felt that I was truly living in the city and culture and got a better experience of immersion. Getting the chance to be abroad, travel and experience different cultures at this age is also something..."
A student Brandeis University
"No matter where you go abroad, you will learn countless skills--from living without wifi to navigating the crazy streets in a place where you do not speak the language and you lost your map. You learn to be independent and how to fend for yourself. You also learn a lot about your own biases and culture by constantly experiencing..."
A student Brandeis University
"My Spanish fluency increased tremendously, which made it worthwhile. I definitely would recommend people the year program--that way you can come out 100% fluent!"
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