Office of Study Abroad

Yes. Please visit the Brandeis in Siena and Brandeis in Copenhagen pages for more details on the running of these programs in July.

The application deadline for summer study abroad was on March 18, 2021. Students approved to participate on summer study abroad programs will be permitted to participate and receive credit subject to Brandeis policy.

With campus-wide access to the COVID-19 vaccine, Brandeis has made the decision that study abroad programming may resume for students who are comfortable traveling. Study abroad is an important part of a well-rounded liberal arts education and we encourage students to pursue opportunities within their comfort level that will help them see the world from new perspectives and explore novel ways of learning. Students studying abroad will still need to abide by Brandeis policy and local regulations regarding COVID-19, which may include frequent COVID-19 testing, mask wearing, good hygiene practices, and social distancing. More information will be provided by your program.

Please reach out to Ari Massefski or Ashley Trebisacci for more information about your upcoming participation on a summer study abroad program.

With the resumption of study abroad programs during summer 2021, we anticipate that study abroad programs will run in fall 2021 and spring 2022. Specific program availability will likely continue to vary based on local regulations, availability of flights, and program status. 

We are excited to prepare for the 2021-2022 academic year abroad and recognize that though we are in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic at the moment, we look forward to helping students plan for study abroad opportunities in the coming year. The Brandeis Office of Study Abroad is currently operating remotely and remains available to community members by calling 781-783-3483 or emailing abroad@brandeis.edu. As we plan for the coming summer and academic year, we will continue to monitor all health and safety abroad.

We understand that a number of factors may impact your decision to study abroad now or in the future. Concerns about travel restrictions, visa policies, distance from home, or health status of yourself or a loved one may have an impact on your willingness to study abroad in summer 2021 or beyond. Students who have been accepted to study abroad during fall 2021 should keep in mind the deadlines to withdraw before incurring non-recoverable costs. Students who have been accepted to study abroad in spring 2022 must decide by the Notification Deadline of October 21, 2021 and will not incur non-recoverable costs until after that date. If you have questions or would like to discuss your options further, please schedule time to speak with a Study Abroad Advisor. Click here to schedule an appointment.

You remain a Brandeis student while studying abroad and any student whose study abroad plans are disrupted by the pandemic or who decides not to study abroad will always have a place at Brandeis. Depending on the timing and circumstances of your decision to withdraw, there may be non-recoverable costs incurred. We encourage you to be in regular contact with your Study Abroad Advisor to ensure that you are aware of the deadlines to withdraw from your program. If you choose to withdraw and return to Brandeis' campus, staff will be able to assist with determining the availability of on-campus housing and other logistics. 

Students who are approved to study abroad on Approved Affiliate Programs are encourage to speak with their program directly regarding logistical questions surrounding arrival. The Office of Study Abroad recommends waiting as long as possible before making any non-refundable payments such as paying for a visa or purchasing a flight because those expenses may not be recoverable should there be a change in circumstances in your host country. Please contact a Study Abroad Advisor if you have a question about your specific situation.

The application deadline for fall 2021 and spring 2022 study abroad programs was on March 4, 2021, as it is every year at Brandeis. Students interested in studying abroad in the future are encouraged to consider studying abroad during summer or fall 2022.