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 definitely worthwhile. I learned what it is like to live in a very big city in terms of activities to do and financial means. I also learned what it was like to work outside of the US and how it compares to working in the US. Finally, through the internship, I learned more about what I want to do in my future career."
Grace Wang Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile. I had a great time here living in Spain and learning about the culture, the food and the language. I learned so much from life experience and concrete knowledge and it was definitely a growing experience to live outside of your comfort zone."
A student Brandeis University
"I improved my language skills and got international work experience. "
Anna Brandeis University
"Abroad was an incredible experience and Ireland was truly worthwhile "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot academically and was able to travel in Europe. It was more expensive than I would've liked, but it was worthwhile."
Jenny C Brandeis University
"It was extremely worthwhile."
A student Brandeis University
"It was a great experience that gave me a much more global perspective that we learn in the US and allowed me to continue my studies of labor movements abroad. "
A student Brandeis University
"I loved it -- I loved living on my own (mostly) and forcing myself to interact daily with a culture different than what I grew up in; Prague is very affordable and fun and is a great location to access other countries in Europe "
Hannah Kressel Brandeis University
"It was worthwhile. Greater world perspective. I can now eat spicy food"
Hallie F Brandeis University
"Through this study abroad experience I discovered a new field that I am passionate about and will hope to pursue in continued higher education. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned that I do not want to work in the public health sector, but instead want to focus more on neuroscience. While in hindsight I would not have gone on this program because I would've liked to focus more on neuroscience research, this experience allowed me to learn more about myself and my future career path."
A student Brandeis University
"I learned so much about life in the Czech Republic, a part of Europe that is not as explored as elsewhere. "
Liana Porto Brandeis University
"Yes, the internship was amazing"
A student Brandeis University
"Perspective on different cultures and societies and how that plays into current events. Learned more about myself and how to be more independent. It was worthwhile. "
A student Brandeis University
"How to interact with people without verbal communication, solving new problems. Yes it was worthwhile"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a lot of Spanish. It was a good experience."
A student Brandeis University
"From studying abroad I definitely gained a greater sense of confidence in myself and my capabilities. I learned that I can operate in a new environment completely on my own and that making connections with different people and culture excites me. The experience is a pivotal point in my life so far and is one of the most worthwhi..."
Syeda L Brandeis University
"It was definitely worthwhile. Although the UK is similar to the US in many aspects, I felt I was able to experience a different side of the world. An example- I would never take public buses in the US, but in Bath, that was my main mode of transportation. Additionally, I was able to study and immerse myself in the local culture,..."
Felicity H Brandeis University
"I gained experience and perspective. Invaluable spanish skills, life skills. Totally worth it. Wouldn't change a thing!"
A student Brandeis University
"I learned better time management skills since I had to work in the internship 20 hours a week and balance school work. I also learned how to cook since there was a full kitchen in the apartment. "
A student Brandeis University
"I learned a great deal for my future career and academic goals"
A student Brandeis University
"I like Scotland"
A student Brandeis University
"Yes, i learned to research a countries key indicators of a lot of things before going."
A student Brandeis University
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I learned so much from being on a program with primarily queer, non-binary, and trans folk, and learned more about myself and my wants from living abroad on my own. "
A student Brandeis University
"My entire semester was really fun and spontaneous. I visited 9 countries during my semester abroad. It's so cheap and easy to visit all the European countries (mostly). I made some great friends in London and it's definitely an experience of a lifetime. It makes me want to travel more and explore our beautiful world. "
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