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.
"The most important lessons were learned outside of the classroom. I learned invaluable navigation skills and street smarts which will inevitably benefit me in the future. I learned a great deal about culture and human nature during my time abroad. This time abroad exceeded my expectations. "
Kerin M Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about living in a different country, getting around, being so far from home. "
A student Brandeis University
"Learnt a lot about Japanese local culture!"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned to communicate with Korean colleagues in a professional setting."
Crystal Hariga Brandeis University
"I have a perspective of what it's like to live in another country with a different political system, university system, climate, environment, culture, etc. I think Americans think of the UK as being very similar to us. There are a lot of things we share: a language, certain aspects of pop culture. Our music, movies, are heavily ..."
Kevin Costa Brandeis University
"I learned so much about another culture, people, and language that I didn't really know anything about before going abroad. What was worthwhile about the program is that by placing myself in a different context, it was only then did I learn so much about myself. "
A student Brandeis University
"I gained substantial knowledge about the Japanese language and culture. It was worthwhile."
Yushan W Brandeis University
"Not only did my French abilities improve ten-fold, but I feel more comfortable traveling on my own and have a better knowledge of human rights within the UN and around the world."
A student Brandeis University
"Learned about cultures and the social pressures for people all over the world. Completely worth it."
Dalia Weinstein Brandeis University
"I gained exposure to a new culture and society, and got to play a role in dutch culture in a very real way. Absolutely worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"Mostly personal growth, it was definitely worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned about latin american culture, education, daily life, and family. I learned about myself, traveled to many beautiful places, learned patience, problem solving, and about cultural barriers. I made amazing friends, met wonderful people, and so much more. Very worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"Cultural experience Language integration Native expressions Broaden horizon"
A student Brandeis University
"I improved my Chinese, made a lot of friends"
Thuy Linh Nguyen Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about Korean culture, especially about Korean cinema, and a little bit of Korean. It was basically a meaningful experience in my life. It was worthwhile. "
Zhen Q Brandeis University
"Cultural immersion, history about Australia and how to be adaptable in completely foreign environments. "
A student Brandeis University
"Hands-on experience"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a ton of German, made a lot of both German and American friends, and gained internship experience in a foreign language/country. It was entirely worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"The experience was definitely life-changing. The learning curve is immense. I felt like I learned so much about South Africa but I know for a fact that I've barely even scraped the surface. The country has an incredibly rich culture and history-- the plethora of information you gather in a day is mindblowing. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to create a new routine and make new friends in a completely new and different environment. It was worthwhile."
Ilana Brandeis University
"Cultural and language integration with a better understanding of the Israeli population "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned how to navigate and live in a large city all by myself. This has definitely helped prepare me for my future living in NYC."
A student Brandeis University
"Yes absolutely. Above all, I learned how to live independently and navigate when confronted with challenging situations. "
A student Brandeis University
"Far too much about the UK's political process."
A student Brandeis University
"it was worthwhile i did not just learn one single thing but it was an experience of self-exploration and growth to live and prosper in a foreign place. "
A student Brandeis University
