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.
"It was such a great experience from so many perspectives. I learned two new courses which interested me and taught me a lot. I made new friends from different countries, and I got to live in and experience a whole new city. "
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. "
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"I learned so much about the different societal, environmental, and social elements that make up Israel. I learned about how gratifying it is to study side by side with people who are passionate about Israel like I am. This experience was very worth while."
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..."
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"I gained a deeper understanding of the Italian language and overall culture. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about the culture, predominantly through the language and by meeting locals. It challenged my beliefs and values in a very good way."
Alek K Brandeis University
"It was interesting to function within a different academic system, but it did make me appreciate my education in the US. I also loved being able to go to so many museums and learn outside of the classroom. It was an incredible five months of living independently, getting to know London, and traveling all over."
A student Brandeis University
"Culture"
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
"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
"Absolutely worthwhile- an amazing opportunity. "
A student Brandeis University
"Studying abroad was definitely worthwhile because I was able to live with a host family and gain a better understanding of how a social welfare state works and compare it to the US. "
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
"In addition to academic learning, I learned about a very interesting country in the midst of a modernization transition by experiencing it firsthand. It was absolutely worthwhile."
Shira G 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..."
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"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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"Definitely worthwhile. I learned to be much more independent and confident. "
A student Brandeis University
"Academic achievement / travel experience/ make new friends "
Yuying Wan Brandeis University
"I learned I can live in a foreign place away from family and thrive, and I am good at languages. Very worthwhile."
Noah M Brandeis University
"My experience was incredibly worthwhile. The field studies along with the interactive classroom setting was very refreshing. I got to explore Stockholm and other European countries and built invaluable friendships."
A student Brandeis University
"My Chinese improved immensely. I learned a lot about myself and China. Made a lot of good friends. "
Robin T Brandeis University
"I learned a lot from studying abroad. I learned how to manage my responsibilities all by myself while navigating in a foreign country. I feel that not only my education improved, but I have also grown as a person."
A student Brandeis University
"It was absolutely worthwhile! I've become so much more independent and my Spanish has improved 500%."
Sarah M Brandeis University
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