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.
"I was able to experience a lot of culture during my stay "
A student Brandeis University
"Time management, increase in networking with professionals"
Sang Joon L Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about the local culture and culture of the surrounding countries. It was an amazing and mind blowing experience and I would do it again if I can. I met many wonderful people that I would be best friends with for life. "
A student Brandeis University
"My Korean has greatly improved after this program. The Korean class at Yonsei University was much more fast-paced and intense. Also, I used Korean a lot with waiters at restaurants and taxi drivers. "
A student Brandeis University
"Learned how to plan trips without as up to date or accurate maps and routes, how to be a more international citizen, how to communicate through a language barrier, and how to cook, travel, and survive on my own."
Rohan N Brandeis University
"I learned about a new culture, gained friends, had amazing adventures and did some really fun things (travel around Africa, went bunjee jumping, wine tasting, mountain hiking, ect) and most importantly, learned more about the world and about myself. "
A student Brandeis University
"An opportunity to travel all over Europe. It taught me to rate my priorities and responsibly budget accordingly in order to afford the travelling opportunities. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about public health care and the challenges that accompany providing healthcare to a large population. I learned about the positive and negative effects of urbanization. I also learned a lot about cultural differences and what it felt like to stand out so much in a new culture. I think I became a little bit more ..."
Sophie B Brandeis University
"I learned that not everything will be perfect from the get-go and everyone's abroad experiences will be different. I learned to be patient, willing and openminded, because it will get better. I definitely think my time abroad with DIS Copenhagen was worthwhile. I took classes my home university does not offer, which is what most..."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained a lot of experience in the clinic setting in Botswana and that was absolutely incredible. I gained a lot of knowledge about Botswana, Setswana culture and lifestyle, and Batswana. It was definitely worthwhile, and while I wish that I had had the opportunity to live with my host family and work in the medical clinics al..."
Emily G Brandeis University
"Yes it was very worthwhile. Got to meet so many new people and got exposed to a lot of different type of culture. Gained language skill and life skills just becoming comfortable with the uncomfortable. "
Manolis C Brandeis University
"Yes. Though I spent my time learning about a new country, I ended up learning the most about myself."
A student Brandeis University
"I gained more language confidence than I thought was possible, every day I really did learn something new. It was an incredible worthwhile experience"
Sarah Salinger-Mullen Brandeis University
"I gained independence and more cultural experience. It was definetly worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"Absolutely a worthwhile experience. I was able to develop an international network of friends, mentors, and professional connections all around the world."
A student Brandeis University
"Yes"
Leo K Brandeis University
"A lot about other cultures"
A student Brandeis University
"I gained confidence in myself, and my ability to handle any challenges. I traveled all over Europe and got to experience so many beautiful places. It was absolutely worth it."
Kyla S Brandeis University
"I learned independence and how to live abroad. "
Sarah D Brandeis University
"I learned a lot about counseling through my internship. I also learned a lot about Australia's efforts to protect the environment and relationship with Aboriginals. "
A student Brandeis University
"Absolutely!!! One of the best decisions I made. I feel like I gained more a sense of self, and know more of what makes me happy and be more independent. I loved learning about a new culture and integrating myself as much as possible in Amsterdam. I loved meeting people from all around of the world. Amsterdam is such an internati..."
A student Brandeis University
"While abroad i discovered my strengths and my weaknesses. Who I am who I’m not and the young woman I aspire to be. Being in Galway was filled with ups and downs and it took me on a self discovery, healing and self love journey. I became more spiritual and have a closer relationship with God. Being there was not by accident and I..."
A student Brandeis University
"i feel more comfortable being on my own in general and travelling. it was definitely worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"i became more independent"
Yao Zhang Brandeis University
"I learned about economics and contemporary Korea statues. It's new for me, so I like it."
A student Brandeis University
