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Most Brandeis Online programs can be started during any of our five sessions throughout the year. Our rolling admissions process lets you apply and be accepted throughout the year.

Create an account to begin the Brandeis Online application. Use the "Save and Complete Later" function to save your progress.

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Looking for a shorter program? Our master's certificate programs offer a shorter master's education experience within a variety of specializations.

To enroll, simply fill out the form below. Our admissions team will contact you to confirm your interest and request a copy of your resume.

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You can always apply your course credits toward a master' degree.

Timeline

We start reviewing your application immediately upon receiving all application materials.
You'll hear from us quickly — admissions decisions are usually made within one week.
You can take up to two courses before applying to a degree program. To count those courses toward a degree, you must apply by the end of the second course.

Required Application Materials

Additional materials may be required or suggested depending on the program.

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Send official transcript(s) from every college or university attended. You must have a four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or equivalent.
Official e-transcripts may be submitted directly from an institution to online@brandeis.edu. Submit transcript(s) via mail in sealed, signed envelopes mailed directly from the original institution to the Brandeis Online. To avoid any delays, please include our mail stop, MS 084, in the address.
- Mailing Address: Brandeis University, 415 South Street, MS 084, Waltham, MA 02453

Application Deadlines

Master's Degree	January 2026 start (Spring-1)	March 2026 start (Spring-2)
Applied Biotechnology and Enterprise	December 16, 2025	March 4, 2026
Applied Leadership	December 16, 2025	March 4, 2026
Bioinformatics	December 16, 2025	March 4, 2026
Digital Marketing and Design	December 16, 2025	March 4, 2026
Jewish Professional Leadership	December 16, 2025	N/A
Project and Program Management	December 16, 2025	March 4, 2026
Software Engineering	December 16, 2025	March 4, 2026
User-Centered Design	December 16, 2025	March 4, 2026

*Beginning in Fall-1 2025, all Brandeis Online courses will be eight weeks long, with five start times throughout the year.

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Submitted an application? Your application will be processed immediately. Our admissions committee typically makes admissions decisions within one week of receiving a completed application. Decision letters are emailed to all applicants.

If you have already submitted an application, you may log in to the Brandeis Online Application Management Center to view the progress of your application. You may also contact the Brandeis Online admissions team. Please note that the admissions committee does not begin reviewing your application until all required documents are received.

“Brandeis stood out because of its seamless application process. As a PR professional, I was impressed with how organized and enthusiastic the staff was about my educational journey. Before my acceptance, Brandeis gave me a sense of belonging and immediate community. ”

Lauren Fox MS‘23

Digital Marketing and Design

Brandeis Online

Timeline

Required Application Materials

Transcript

Resume

Statement of Goals

Letter of Recommendation

Application Deadlines

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