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Student Life

Keep calm and get connected

Free pizza at midnight during finals. Bubble soccer. Clubs that range from a cappella groups to skydiving. If you can’t find your passion here, you can create it — and find other Brandeisians who want to join you.

Residence and Community

Students sit on a bench outsideOur rolling 235-acre campus isn’t defined by bricks and mortar. We bring spirit and passion to everything we learn and do. Traditions like Festival of the Arts bring us together; residence hall life, dining and lively discussions keep us connected.

Learn about housing, dining, and our diverse campus community. Explore Waltham, a welcoming, safe community with great restaurants, movies, and shopping.

Clubs and organizations

Brandeis students climbing a rock climbing wallBrandeis was founded with a commitment to improving the world. Every year, our students rack up 55,000 hours of community service. If you’re passionate about a cause, or just looking for a club — find it here.

Health and Wellness

Students enjoying springtime together on the Brandeis campusYou’ll perform best academically when your body and mind are in peak condition, too. Get information on mental healthphysical fitness, and spiritual life on campus. 

The Brandeis Health Center is a resource for the campus community providing medical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and consultation. Health and Wellness Promotion (HAWP) supports student well-being so students can make the most of their time at Brandeis. The Brandeis Counseling Center provides counseling and mental health support for graduate and undergraduate students.

Community Service

Students hold posters at a benefit walkGiving back is part of who we are. That's why Brandeis students, faculty and staff devote thousands of hours to volunteer programs in our local communities each year. In fact, the Princeton Review ranked Brandeis #1 for students most engaged in community service.

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