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.
"My Chinese improved significantly and I definitely learned a lot about Chinese culture. After talking with many of the Chinese roommates I also learned much about what young Chinese people think and what their aspirations are."
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"There's too much to say about what was gained and learned, but certainly time abroad is always worthwhile."
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"I gained a deeper understanding of the Italian language and overall culture. It was definitely worthwhile."
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"I gained a lot of experience in the clinic setting in Botswana and that was absolutely incredible. I gained a lot of knowledge about Botswana, Setswana culture and lifestyle, and Batswana. It was definitely worthwhile, and while I wish that I had had the opportunity to live with my host family and work in the medical clinics al..."
Emily G Brandeis University
"An opportunity to travel all over Europe. It taught me to rate my priorities and responsibly budget accordingly in order to afford the travelling opportunities. "
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"I learned so much about social democracies and that the way America is governed is not the only way for a country to be governed. I learned how to be independent and create connections with others who initially seem so different. This was the most worthwhile experience of my life!"
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"Perspective on different cultures and societies and how that plays into current events. Learned more about myself and how to be more independent. It was worthwhile. "
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"I gained independence and became cultured and knowledgable about European history"
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"I learned a lot about Israeli culture, including the darker side to Israeli politics. I learned my way around Jerusalem and was able to explore the country at my leisure."
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"I learned a lot about how to live independently and the Danish culture. It was definitely a worthwhile experience and I wish I could go back in time and do it all over. "
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"much more fluent in italian, feel capable to live in another culture. being in a different environment alone made me realize some things about myself that i wouldn't notice if i never went into such a new environment. yes, worthwhile."
Breanna S Brandeis University
"I learned how to live on my own and in a big city from my experience abroad. I also realized there is such a big world out there for me to conquer and explore. There are so many different cultures and people to meet. London is a multicultural city with a amazing identity and people. Not to mention my classes as well. I was abl..."
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"Learned more than I could possibly imagine about renewable energy and have been able to apply many of the program's course components to my life. I've also been able to appreciate the beauty of nature on a higher level than ever before."
Sarah L Brandeis University
"Entirely worthwhile. Learned a lot about French and European culture in a really experiential and lasting way. Made some excellent friends... even meeting up with the host family when they come to NYC in a few weeks. I would do it again 100 times over. "
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"I think the biggest takeaway from this program was self confidence. This program was challenging, but after completing it, I feel like returning to English classes will be a breeze!"
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"Aside from academics, I gained a lot of information on London, England and the rest of UK. It was definately worthwhile. "
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"Learned how to plan trips without as up to date or accurate maps and routes, how to be a more international citizen, how to communicate through a language barrier, and how to cook, travel, and survive on my own."
Rohan N Brandeis University
"I was able to experience a lot of culture during my stay "
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"Meeting people from all over the world lets you learn a lot about various cultures. Also, how to cook. Definitely worthwhile "
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"I would never have seen Australia, New Zealand or Thailand otherwise, so of course."
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"I gained more self confidence in myself in terms of traveling alone and being away from family for a period of time. Yes it was worthwhile and I would do it over if I could to reemerge myself into the culture and Italian life like I did when I was there. "
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"I learned a lot academically, socially, but mostly about myself. I learned a lot from the different professors I interacted with, and I learned the most from my boss (internship boss). More than anything else, I learned not to sweat the small stuff, to be adventurous and open to new ideas especially if I had never considered the..."
Samantha D Brandeis University
"Confidence, friendship, exposure to other cultures. Yes, it was definitely worthwhile."
Hannah B Brandeis University
"Through the program I gained independence, interesting acquaintances and friends, and a love of London. It was extremely worthwhile."
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"I learned a lot about being independent and thriving in a city by myself. I would absolutely do it again and encourage others to study abroad."
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