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Why Brandeis
Why Brandeis
- Why Brandeis
- Brandeis by the Numbers
- Brandeisian Stories
- Life After Brandeis
Be who you are. Become who you’re meant to be.
At Brandeis, we empower our students to do great things. It all starts with a close-knit, welcoming community — and a shared commitment to changing the world.
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Your Brandeis journey starts here.
Applying to Brandeis is about much more than transcripts and test scores. Our admissions process helps us to get to know you not just as students, but as individuals and members of your communities.
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See yourself here.
The best way to get to know Brandeis is to experience it for yourself.
Affordability
Affordability
- Affordability
- Tuition and Fees
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Can I afford to go to Brandeis?
At Brandeis, we're committed to providing the best possible college education — and to making that education attainable and affordable.
Academics
Academics
What it's like to learn at an elite university.
A Brandeis education provides you with a broad-based, liberal arts education within a research-driven, intellectually rich and experiential environment.
Student Life
Student Life
Endless opportunities. A community to call home.
Brandeis is for students who aren't afraid to admit they have a lot to discover. Life here is about trying new things — lots of new things — until you find the ones you love.

Brandeis University Admissions

2025 Better to Learn Application

Student Information

First Name

Last Name

Preferred Name

Email Address

Birthdate

Cell

Mailing Address

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Pronouns

Gender

Primary Language

Other Language

Name of Hebrew High School/Jewish Learning Program

Name of High School

Grade as of September 2025

Ninth

Tenth

Eleventh

Twelfth

How did you hear about the Better to Learn program?

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Parent/Guardian Relationship Type Parent/Guardian First Name Parent/Guardian Last Name Parent/Guardian Email Parent/Guardian Phone Parent/Guardian Mailing Address Parent/Guardian Mailing Address Country Street City Region Postal Code Do you reside with this parent? Do you reside with this parent? Yes No Current GPA (ask your guidance counselor for assistance if necessary) Extracurricular Activities How would you describe your Jewish affiliation? How would you describe your Jewish affiliation? Reform Reconstructing Judaism Conservative Orthodox Renewal Humanistic Just Jewish What Jewish educational programs have you been a part of previously? Please check all that apply. What Jewish educational programs have you been a part of previously? Please check all that apply. Synagogue learning program Jewish Day School Non-affiliated Jewish learning program Jewish Youth Movement (NFTY, USY, BBYO, NCSY, Habonim Dror, etc) Jewish summer camp (as a camper or a counselor) Jewish summer program Study abroad program in Israel Essay (up to 250 words) Why would you like to participate in the Better To Learn program? Recommender information (Rabbi, Cantor, Educator, Camp Director, Youth Group Advisor or other Jewish professional) Recommender's workplace (synagogue/school/organization) Title/Position First Name Last Name Email Phone Synagogue/School/Organization Address Synagogue/School/Organization Address Country Street City Region Postal Code Note: Your recommender will receive an email from B2L asking for your recommendation after you complete and submit this form; remember to ask them for a recommendation before you apply.

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