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.
"Made many friends, learned about a different culture, learned how to live on my own. Definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"My French has improved a lot since being abroad and living in a residence was incredible to meet local people! "
Alicia T Brandeis University
"I gained Spanish language skills, new physical abilities (this program includes lots of swimming!), and an amazing new group of friends. This program is absolutely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"My experience abroad was definitely worthwhile, but it also was not without its challenges. I found it difficult to meet people, especially to meet and stay in touch with local students. That being said, I improved my skills in doing things by myself and was able to explore the city and get to know London on my own. I was really..."
Ella M Brandeis University
"I gained so much confidence and trust in myself. I was able to grow in my independence as well. It was the best experience of my life. "
A student Brandeis University
"The experience was absolutely worthwhile. It was my second time studying abroad in London and I would move there in a heartbeat."
A student Brandeis University
"COMPLETELY WORTH IT! I gained more knowledge of the culture and the language, knowledge from classes that were outside of my major, and lifelong friends from other schools (We're already planning a reunion this fall). I fell in love with the city, its museums, food, culture, shopping, and overall charm."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about independence having to commute to school and cook for myself almost every night as well as confidence in myself and my language abilities that I would not have gained otherwise. "
Mariko G Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about living independently and within a city which I liked, but I'm not sure that is something unique to this program. I also just really enjoyed being in Europe!"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to step outside of my comfort zone and find a good balance between academics and my social life"
A student Brandeis University
"I was able to gain more of a global perspective and engage with new cultures I had not previously been able to while educating myself "
A student Brandeis University
"Independence and creating own schedule/budget"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned some serious perspective and it was absolutely worth it"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned I can adapt to different places. It was definitely worthwhile, I had so much fun and learned so much. "
Micha R Brandeis University
"I got to learn about the history, culture, and politics of a whole new region about which I knew nothing before. I also got experience living in another country for the first time and navigating a brand new city in my day to day life."
A student Brandeis University
"I feel much more confident traveling and generally being a person on my own. I would go again 100%"
A student Brandeis University
"Spanish skills, confidence that I can do things independently, and friends."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned to be spontaneous, not worry too much about the small things, be more social, and developed a better balance between school and life. It was absolutely worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned to embrace alone time and to enjoy the small things. I learned a lot about myself and others. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"friends, independence, knowledge, positive and unique experiences. It very much worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"I needed a break from the routine and rigor of school in the US, but I like to learn and still wanted a somewhat educational experience -- I got exactly that. DIS let me keep learning interesting stuff but not be stressed about workload."
A student Brandeis University
"Perspective on a very different culture than mine, language practice and experience, incredible food, more confidence, travel skills, the best relationships with the best host family, and so much more. SO worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"I improved my chinese skills. I gained a stronger sense of independence. I pushed myself out of my comfort zone and learned how to navigate a new city. I developed more resiliency and courage. "
Layla H Brandeis University
"I did the OneHealth focus during the second month, so a lot that I learned was about Thailand's health systems. The first month we learned a lot about Thailand as a country, and we visited a lot of interesting organizations and sites to do field studies. It was definitely worthwhile"
Emma O Brandeis University
"it was my first time living alone in my own apartment so I had to learn how to manage my time to include transporting myself to classes, cooking, and cleaning which as challenging. I also got a lot better at managing travel emergencies as well as at generally planning trips in a cost-effective and safe manner. "
Tarini M Brandeis University
