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.
"This is not my first time in China, but I had still to learn so much about this amazing country. It was definatelly worthwhile and I would do it all over again. I became even more culturally relative and ready to embrace the differences. There were tough moments now and then, but these moments are not something that I am going t..."
Ivana S Brandeis University
"There are many things you realize after you experience being a foreigner in a different country. Their way of everyday living and communication is vastly different from ours in America and I believe that after spending 20 years in the same country, that it was good for me to get out and see how other people live. This experien..."
Reika N Brandeis University
"I became more responsible and more independent. The program was perfect for me because of all I've listed above. I would love to go back to Spain. I became a better conversational Spanish speaker. I learned a lot about culture, too and definitely did some things outside of my comfort zone, which were good experiences."
Rachel G Brandeis University
"It was definitely a worthwhile experience and I learned a lot about the culture and way of life of the French people and I also learned a lot about myself. "
A student Brandeis University
"Commuting in a foreign country!"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about another culture, but mostly I learned about myself. My views on health, wealth and the world were challenged this semester, and I am a more thoughtful and understanding person because of that. I learned about the realities facing South Africans, like the AIDS epidemic and Apartheid, and people's resilienc..."
Erica G Brandeis University
"Yes. I am more aware of being accepting of different things. "
Wing Shan Stephenie C Brandeis University
"I gained independence. I learned about many social issues that exists in France including immigration, gay rights, and health care. The experience was worthwhile."
Janette M Brandeis University
"I learned Spanish almost to the point of fluency, I gained a tremendous confidence in myself as a traveler, and I learned about my place in the world as an American."
elizabeth.ritter1 Brandeis University
"My experiences in Spain made me much more appreciative of cultural differences. The emphasis on time with family and friends in the Spanish culture made me rethink time I spent away from work and school. People in Spain take much more advantage of free time. With regards to future plans, my study abroad experience reaffirmed my ..."
Kara F Brandeis University
"Language skills and a lifelong friendship with my host family."
A student Brandeis University
"Between life long friends and new found confidence and independence, I have gained so much from this experience. Studying abroad has been one of the most worthwhile and rewarding experiences of my college career."
A student Brandeis University
"language skill; understanding of the mexican society, people; reflection on who I am; trying to deal with all kinds of experience, getting lost, hating the food etc. ; it's worthwhile"
Jingyun Huang Brandeis University
"The culture in Singapore is definitely from U.S, so as the class environment. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to make friends from diverse backgrounds"
Hengyang F 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
"I learned a lot about the subject I studied, and I explored pros and cons about the field I was not interested in or studied before. "
Ui Chan K Brandeis University
"Being abroad was the best experience!! It definitely made me grow up a lot because it makes you more independent. It also helped me realize how much there is to know out there and how big the world is. There is so much more to life than just studying and working and I learned that I dont need to be confined to only the US. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to be independent and advocate for myself, and I experienced Germany's diversity, both in terms of landscapes and people. My experience was absolutely worthwhile and greatly enriching."
hilaryec Brandeis University
"My french improved a lot and at the same time, I made friends and did internship in Paris. It was a great experience for me. "
daisy t Brandeis University
"I am not the same person as I was before. This was the best decision I could have made!!!! IT WAS MORE THAN WORTHWHILE... it was necessary!"
ilana.pomerantz Brandeis University
"I learned so much about London/ the UK in terms of culture, politics etc. I loved having the opportunity to live independently in a new city, navigate the tube and explore the various neighborhoods, market places museums and historical sites. I also learned a lot about myself. I now trust my ability to make travel plans/itinerar..."
A student Brandeis University
"Dealing with a different school curriculum and culture opened me up to alternative spectrums to observe my surroundings. One view may be different than the other, but neither is right or wrong."
A student Brandeis University
"This program was literally one of the best experiences of my life. Because the city was so small, you really got to immerse yourself within the culture and actually get to know the locals. You lived in your own apartments in a very independent setting. You were treated like adults and you had a lot of freedom, but responsibility..."
A student Brandeis University
"My experience in Brussels was definitely worthwhile. I'd say the most important thing I took away was the connections and friendships I forged with the local students. I tried hard to not always hang out with people from my program but make as many European friends as possible."
A student Brandeis University
