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.
"Experienced a culture I never would have gotten the chance to see otherwise"
A student Brandeis University
"I became much more comfortable living independently in a city and planning trips either by myself or with others. I also learned so much about Aotearoa and the amazing work Maori peoples have been doing to preserve their sovereignty and language in the wake of colonization."
Christy 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
"My experience abroad was definitely worthwhile. I feel a greater appreciation for the little things that make me feel comfortable at my home university. There are so many things that I take for granted on a regular basis and living and studying in a new environment made me realize this. I also met so many amazing that gave me ne..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a greater confidence in French speaking and listening, as well as general confidence and independence- though I mostly blame having to figure out the fickle metro system for the latter two. Definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"How to interact with people without verbal communication, solving new problems. Yes it was worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"Studying abroad allowed me to grow independently and explore subjects and places that I wouldn't otherwise be able to. "
Caylee F Brandeis University
"I learned about what it takes to establish a life in a completely new environment and how to adapt to new or different situations. "
Eli Waxler Brandeis University
"A new understanding of culture, a new family and new friends, as well as a new perspective on a field that I love very much"
A student Brandeis University
"Learned about a new culture and the similarities and differences with the US. Became more independent as a person and would definitely do it again."
Kevin Kang Brandeis University
"I learned that depreciation is none cash expense. It was very worth while. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned to become more independent. Living in a flat in the city makes the experience less student-like. It was interesting to live and attend classes in this way so I think it was a worthwhile experience. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained many connections and learned to manage things independently while abroad. Studying abroad was definitely worthwhile and I regret not being able to study for an academic year rather than a semester."
Nancy T Brandeis University
"Living and studying in Osaka taught me that I can work hard and still take my studies seriously without having to take myself too seriously. "
Omar Hernandez Rodriguez Brandeis University
"it was totally worth it because Singapore is a really beautiful place for studying abroad. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about Buddhism, GNH, environmental governance, Bhutanese culture, elevational zonation, mountain ecology, and political dimensions of the environment. Definitely worthwhile!"
A student Brandeis University
"I gained different perspectives and was encouraged to think more analytically. It was worth it because I would not have learned that in an American institution. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to be independent and how to deal with being uncomfortable when faced with issues relating to language or cultural barriers. I learned that it's okay to ask for help and lean on others when things are hard or scary. I gained a once in a lifetime experience and many many new friends."
A student Brandeis University
"Independence. YEs. "
A student Brandeis University
"New Spanish skills, lifelong friends, incomparable experiences, checks off my bucket list, and so much more. It was worth every penny."
A student Brandeis University
"A lot. I personally got a lot of relevant experience in things I cared about which was great. I was also forcibly put in alien social situations, which was a good push for me personally, and I think it helped me grow a lot as a consequence. For me, it was definitely worth my time and worth spending a semester."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself, how to be self sufficient, and how to be myself"
Andrea Sloter Brandeis University
"I loved it -- I loved living on my own (mostly) and forcing myself to interact daily with a culture different than what I grew up in; Prague is very affordable and fun and is a great location to access other countries in Europe "
Hannah Kressel Brandeis University
"Instrumental knowledge, language knowledge, cultural knowledge."
Benjamin Astrachan Brandeis University
"It was a great experience that gave me a much more global perspective that we learn in the US and allowed me to continue my studies of labor movements abroad. "
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