Brandeis University
Waltham, USA
"A private university in Waltham, Massachusetts"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#741 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
About Brandeis University
Brandeis University is a private university in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 1948. Its campus is in Waltham, a mid-sized community with easy access to housing, shops and local employers. Popular programmes include Computer Science, Economics, Neuroscience and Business Analytics. Admission is highly competitive and international applicants are assessed on grades, essays and recommendations.
Rankings & Recognition
#741
Accreditations & Memberships
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Key Facts
1948
Founded
Private university
Type
Waltham
City
Popular Programs
Computer Science
Economics
Neuroscience
Business Analytics
Finance
Application Details
Application Route
Online via school portal / Common App
Intakes
Fall and Spring
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
82%
I-20 Processing
I-20 + F-1 student visa
Post-Study Work
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Green Card Pathway
H-1B / employment-based
Financials
Application Fee
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Avg Scholarship
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Career Outcomes
31%
Placement Ratio
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
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Where Graduates Land
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Campus & Location
Brandeis University has its campus in Waltham, Massachusetts, in a mid-sized city setting.
Campus Details
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main campus
1948
founded
Campus Forecast
Humid: cold snowy winters
warm summers
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residence halls and nearby off-campus rentals
Dining
Dining halls with flexible meal plans
Health & Wellness
Student health centre and counselling; health insurance required
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
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Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
20,000 – 65,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Most students start in the fall semester (August or September), with a spring intake in January at many programmes. Check the Brandeis University international admissions pages for deadlines.
Scholarships at Brandeis University
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Very strong grades, essays and recommendations; English proof where needed. Test policy is set by the university. Prior study related to Computer Science helps for that major.
Postgraduate
Strong bachelor's record, statement and recommendations; GRE / GMAT where the programme asks. For Business Analytics, a related bachelor's degree is preferred.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
English test score (TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo)
Statement of purpose
Recommendation letters
Resume / CV
Bank statement (proof of funds)
Passport-size photo
GRE / GMAT / SAT if required
Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the school website.
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Apply online
Apply through the school application portal or the Common App.
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Documents & fee
Upload transcripts, test scores and documents, and pay the application fee.
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Admission offer
Receive the admission decision and accept the offer with a deposit.
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Receive I-20
Submit proof of funds and receive the Form I-20 from the school.
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F-1 visa
Pay the SEVIS fee, book the F-1 visa interview and then travel to campus.
Campus & Location
Brandeis University has its campus in Waltham, Massachusetts, in a mid-sized city setting.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Computer Science
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Bachelor's
Economics
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Bachelor's
Neuroscience
Master's
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Master's
Business Analytics
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