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 the importance of language and cultural nuances and how to live in a new place instead of just "visit". "
A student Brandeis University
"I really gained a new perspective on all aspects of life. "
A student Brandeis University
"Living every day outside of what's familiar was an amazing experience and I learned a lot about myself. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to be independent and take calculated risks"
A student Brandeis University
"I had a fantastic time. I was able to budget and travel internationally almost every week for all four and a half months. I have a much more worldly perspective, and I think I matured incredibly while I was away and out of my comfort zone. 10000/10."
Joel S Brandeis University
"It was worthwhile. I learned I'm a lot extraverted than I thought and that I prefer to have roommates than to live alone. I always knew that I tend to thrive in big cities but that was just an assumption, this experience solidified that for myself. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained lots of language skills"
Zev R Brandeis University
"I definitely learned that I want to live in the MENA region after graduation, and that is what made this experience worthwhile. "
Amelia T Brandeis University
"It's hard to put into words what I gained. I could list practical skills, like experience in the field conducting research, language fluency, and cultural knowledge and familiarity, but the most important thing I gained was connections with people and places. This includes not just the Indonesians I met on the program, but my gr..."
Christopher M Brandeis University
"You gain a much wider perspective on the world, people, and about yourself. It is 100% worthwhile, I believe everyone should study abroad."
A student Brandeis University
"This experience gave me the chance to be immersed in Italian culture in a really special way that I would not have access to without the program. It was definitely worthwhile and I recommend it!"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about new cultures and was able to improve my Spanish language skills significantly."
A student Brandeis University
"Absolutely utely I have a new look on live "
A student Brandeis University
"More about the culture and appreciation for new places I had never seen. I think it was definitely worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"I'm so glad I went abroad. I had a great time exploring a new city and hanging out with people. It confirmed for me that living in an urban environment is really important to me."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about Taiwan, it's history, culture, and people. I got to live and adjust to a new international city. My Chinese skills improved so much. Overall I just gained confidence from being able to navigate new situations on my own. Definitely worthwhile."
Raquel F Brandeis University
"Not only did I learn a lot about the history of colonialism in South Africa, but I also learned so much about myself. I feel much more confident in who I am now and that was entirely shaped by the conversations I had with the people there. They all offered me so much insight and clarity on my personal path."
Nikita M Brandeis University
"This was an amazing experience that gave me greater insight into the differences and similarities of people and cultures in a wide variety of countries. It was fun to talk to people in different countries and hear their views on America and Americans. I was not expecting people to be as friendly as they were and as eager to talk..."
Dylan L Brandeis University
"I got to experience so many different cultures and learn about each one, alongside going to visit so many interesting field studies and course trips."
A student Brandeis University
"It was awesome"
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a strong relationship with my host family, a relationship I plan on continuing while I am in the US. I also gained many experiences in Tierra del Fuego and Antarctica, which let me understand the variance between different ecosystems, even if they are of the same biome type. I also learned a lot about the Spanish langua..."
Rose N Brandeis University
"I gained lots of hands-on experience and learned a lot about interning and living in Europe. "
A student Brandeis University
"I got to live in a country that I otherwise wouldn't be able to"
A student Brandeis University
"Saw Bhutans rich cultures and fell in love with the natural landscape of the area "
A student Brandeis University
"I really gained a new perspective on where I want to settle down in the future. Living in Europe made me realize how flawed certain systems in the US are (transportation, healthcare, homelessness, etc). "
Anaya N Brandeis University
