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.
"Learned about the complexities of Israel, being in Jerusalem, which is really the center of Judaism worldwide. It's also incredibly diverse with a tapestry of other cultures as well. I did Nachshon, which is also a terrific program. Would highly recommend. It's an excellent supplement for anyone interested in pursuing a career i..."
A student Brandeis University
"I was able to grasp a better understanding of my own interests. I set some personal goals and was exposed to things I had never previously tried, such as netball (a women's British sport). "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about myself and my comfort zone as well as how to effectively live in a group setting. And I gained confidence in my language skills not only in Spanish communication as well as English."
Taylor E Brandeis University
"My experience abroad was definitely worthwhile! I loved traveling around Switzerland and our excursion to Greece. The classes I took on sustainable finance were interesting (sometimes repetitive though). My favorite part of the program was an assignment I did in Greece where I had to speak to the locals. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about what I was capable of both academically and personally. I became a lot more responsible and worldly about my surroundings and the cultures of others, as well as those of the countries I visited. "
A student Brandeis University
"Studying in Seoul, ironically, made me thankful that I was not raised in such a society. I love being there as a foreigner, but would not choose to grow up having to conform to such rigid standards and expectations. I know that seems rather morbid to say, but beyond that I experienced a different type of education, met new peopl..."
A student Brandeis University
"The experience was worthwhile, and I learned a lot about the fascinating, yet unfortunate history of Australian Aboriginal people."
Chris D'Agostino Brandeis University
"I gained perspective on a new culture and I learned how to appreciate my culture even more. There was a lot of time for reflection, which was worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"Gained confidence, humility, and a sense of accomplishment for living and thriving in a totally new environment. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained great work experience and knowledge about England and London specifically. I learned how to get along in a foreign country. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned to be much more independent. I also learned that I thrive on adventuring, and do not like to be stuck in the same place for a long time. This experience was very worthwhile, and I honestly wish I could do it again."
A student Brandeis University
"It was a fantastic experience! Being able to explore for oneself a city that one hasn't been exposed to (for the extended period of a semester), is a promising, and worth-every-second, time."
A student Brandeis University
"I definitely learned so much about India, especially considering that I knew nothing going in. On a more personal level, going abroad gave me a new perspective on how to live my life. I think that living in India made me realize my own mortality, so I will lead a more mindful life for the rest of my days. Going abroad was extrem..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a deeper understanding of the Italian language and overall culture. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"Half of my family hails from Japan, and I have always had trouble communicating with them. When I visited them as soon as the program was over, they noticed my improvement instantly. I was able to communicate to my family for the first time in my life without any barriers, so to say that the program was worthwhile would be an un..."
Tamara Garcia Brandeis University
"That every place has its own reality and what is true in one culture can be a lie in another and yet it is always possible to make connections with those that we cannot understand and cannot understand us as long as there is respect in between "
A student Brandeis University
"yes, I gained a new perspective on health care and definitely expand my knowledge of the medical and biomedical industries"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to organized myself better and keep track of expenses and I learned about about many different cultures"
Sarah Hulit Brandeis University
"Even though I was only in Botswana for two months, it feels like a second home. I learned so much about their culture, but more importantly, about myself. My desire to have a future in both medicine and public health heightened and I am excited to continue to travel and experience other cultures."
Ariana T Brandeis University
"I learned how to cook, how to speak/understand Danish, how to budget my money, and how to take control of my life. Definitely worthwhile."
Genesis Tan Brandeis University
"I learned to be more outgoing and not let any experience slip away. I became more independent, more proficient in Italian, and met some of the most amazing people I know."
A student Brandeis University
"Difficult to sum up in a couple sentences but a lot about myself, especially while living in an entirely different culture from my own. Very worthwhile "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a new sense of perspective while abroad and I learned from my peers. I think I personally grew a bit too. Being thrown once again into a new country and environment only helped make me more confident and I feel like I am a lot stronger after the program. I have also made some great friends while abroad whom I am very gr..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a lot of skill with my second language, I gained an appreciation for cross-cultural living in multiple settings ie here in the US, I gained a lot of confidence for being able to accomplish what, at many points, I thought would be impossible. It was a million percent worthwhile - probably my favorite thing I have done in..."
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