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. For one, I gained valuable experience with conversational Arabic. I was able to make connections in my future field. I gained both academic and life experience. "
A student Brandeis University
"best experiences, lasting relationships, and language skills."
Megan S Brandeis University
"Definitely worthwhile. I gained great knowledge of the Middle East, improved at local and FusHa Arabic, got to know more about the culture, and make great friends. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a new perspective of the world and learned a lot about travelling independently and accepting other peoples' cultures."
Daniel R Brandeis University
"I feel some parts of Yes and No to the question "Would you choose the same program". I had an amazing experience, but I had a feeling that the program was a little boring and left some abroad experience to be desired. I would not have wanted to spend an entire year there, but did have the best time there & would recommend it to ..."
A student Brandeis University
"Naturally. There is always an element of perspective leveling when one studies abroad. I've got great comprehension skills now, but my linguistic ones really aren't as strong as I'd hoped. It's also a really great exercise in independence and inter social skills. "
Carmen A Brandeis University
"I loved living in a new culture, but still have connections to an American school. I really had the best of both worlds and therefore in many ways "culture shock" was not a particular worry for me. London is an incredible city—I feel very lucky to have lived in a safe, beautiful borough with many accessible attractions. While it..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a better grasp of the world as well as great experiential experience through the internship."
Mexi G Brandeis University
"I liked the internship component because it gave students the opportunity to experience the business environment like a British citizen/student would. "
Deborah A Brandeis University
"I really liked experiencing the UK education system. It helped me decide what I'd like to do in the future for my postgrad degree and even career."
Hannah Y Brandeis University
"I learned about Cuban culture in a very meaningful way. I was also able to gain insight on the complicated place that Cuba is, particularly in its relationship to the United States."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself and who I am. I learned that I really like meeting new people that are passionate about whatever it is that they do. It was absolutely worthwhile!"
A student Brandeis University
"became more independent"
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a lot of knowledge about foreign cultures. I also gained valuable experience in my journalism internship. Definitely worthwile."
A student Brandeis University
"It was the best experience of my life. I learned about myself and about the world. It was absolutely worthwhile--it opened my eyes. "
Jack H Brandeis University
"I gained a deeper understanding of 'post'-apartheid South Africa. I learned about the intricacies of operating a multicultural nation - its challenges, complications, etc. I learned about local cultures and their complications with representation in a multicultural state. It was definitely worthwhile. I wouldn't have wanted ..."
Justin B Brandeis University
"It was amazing! The classes were great and the atmosphere at SOAS is wonderful! So many students from all over the world come to study there which makes the learning environment so much more interesting"
Nelly S Brandeis University
"Excellent research experience, exposure to serious issues, and cultural immersion. Definitely worthwhile but not easy. "
A student Brandeis University
"Career direction & better understanding of the world. definitely was"
A student Brandeis University
"Uganda is a very different place than the states and I learned so much about the cultural divide that divides Africa from the rest of the world. It was a great period of personal growth that will affect me for the rest of my life. "
Jacob E Brandeis University
"Yes it was completely and utterly worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned that even though it might take a while to get used to a completely new place, it really is in your best interest to go out and explore and make new friends. Studying in Cape Town was definitely worthwhile and I only wish I had stepped out of my comfort zone and started exploring earlier."
A student Brandeis University
"The internship component allowed me to connect with locals and learn first hand about British culture. Students who can go abroad and choose not to should reconsider and take advantage of this amazing opportunity. You learn so much while doing everything for yourself, including traveling."
Gabriel R Brandeis University
"The program and the experience were both incredibly worthwhile. Although Temple Rome does not focus on an immersive Italian experience, the classes teach you a lot about Italian culture and they often had visits from other Italian students and guest lecturers."
A student Brandeis University
"The classes offered here are really unique and taught in a way that really allows you to learn. Truly a top notch type of education. Although not rigorous, the teachers real encourage you to learn. "
Omkar K Brandeis University
