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 so much from my experience abroad. I got practical experience in my area while taking thought provoking classes from knowledgeable professors. I made many new friends that I hope to keep in touch with, and it was extremely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a massive amount about what it's like to live and grow up in another culture. It was absolutely worth it, Japan is a great country to study abroad in because it is so safe and unique. There are so many cool things there, I only wish I had time to see them all!"
Eric P Brandeis University
"It was very worthwhile. I learned a bit about the UK and, through that, a bit about myself and the US."
A student Brandeis University
"Going abroad is definitely worthwhile, milk it for all it's worth, stay as long as you can, travel as often as you can. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained skills of actually learning and living on my own. I also mastered the ability to go anywhere, not speak the language, not know how to work transportation, and still have an amazing time and learn from it."
Emily See Brandeis University
"I learned a lot from my experience abroad. I learned to challenge myself beyond my comfortable limits and learned a lot about tolerance and living on my own. It was extremely worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to handle myself in a completely foreign place where I knew no one; how to adapt to a new environment; and how to immerse myself in a new culture while reserving any judgments I may have previously made."
A student Brandeis University
"It was a very worthwhile experience. I gained a whole new outlook on the world in terms of different living education systems and cultural beliefs and values- such as hygge. "
A student Brandeis University
"Yes, I was able to develop my cross-cultural communication skills."
Sophie N Brandeis University
"I learned so much about myself, my field of study, and the world during this program and I would not trade this experience for anything. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned to love, express compassion, and recognize my privilege. As an American citizen I recognized my fortune and the opportunities that are afforded to me as an educated American male. I was challenged to think outside of the box and find comfort in the unfamiliar. My time abroad was more enriching than any other semester i..."
Edwin Morales Brandeis University
"Increased cultural awareness, putting life at home into perspective, a more well-rounded/international education, life skills, and much more!"
A student Brandeis University
"I gained more confidence in my ability to interact with people from a different culture. I feel more comfortable having to navigate a language barrier and talking to strangers."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to live not only on my own, but in a different country with a very different culture. It was most definitely worthwhile."
Casey M Brandeis University
"It was completely worthwhile. It was a lot of work and I learned so much. I became a much more independent person. "
A student Brandeis University
"It was most definitely worthwhile. I learned that there is much to learn about other cultures and its best to learn about these other traditions, and take what you loved and apply it to your own life. I learned how to look at my own traditions, culture, lifestyle, and see what I can improve on. I learned to appreciate traveling ..."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to live abroad on my own, take care of my expenses, navigate a new country (and surrounding countries) on my own, etc."
kl Brandeis University
"definitely worth while, everyone should go abroad!"
A student Brandeis University
"It was very much worthwhile. I loved every second of the experience. I gained independence in a way I hadn't experienced it before"
Daniella Castillo Vasquez Brandeis University
"it was worthwhile. I had made chances to meets friends from all over the world and it was nice to share stories with them. "
A student Brandeis University
"I have better language skills and I feel more engaged with the culture of Argentina. I have also visited a lot of museums and saw different arts in Latin American culture."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about different cultures and health care systems, and the different European perspective. I made incredible connections that I still have to this day and will hopefully have forever."
A student Brandeis University
"I got to make a lot of awesome friends there and the living environment in general in great as well."
Xin T Brandeis University
"I learned how to slow down and enjoy the little moments a bit more."
Samaria D Brandeis University
