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Wellesley students may select from more than 150 pre-approved programs of study. Select the "Pre-approved Programs" tab to see the full list. Programs featured in the side-bar may or may not be approved for Wellesley students. When in doubt, please contact the Office of International Study at ois@wellesley.edu.
Please note that some programs listed below are pre-approved by Wellesley. If you select one of these programs, you may need to petition the International Study Committee. For more information, please contact OIS.
Important Dates and Deadlines
All Wellesley students who intend to study abroad during the academic year (fall and/or spring) must declare a major and submit a Proposal to Study Away by December 1 each year. Please refer to the Office of International Study website (www.wellesley.edu/OIS/) for details.
"I learned so much about Marine Biology and myself. I grew into a stronger scientist and person. It was absolutely worthwhile."
Ellice P Wellesley College
"I would do it over and over again, I LOVE SCOTLAND, and I loved the long breaks which allowed me to travel. "
Callan R Wellesley College
"This experience and the tutorial system changed my way of approaching coursework. The tutors really pushed us to the extent of our academic capacity, and I found the coursework to be very demanding. I also learned a lot about myself and realized how much I am able to provide for myself and thrive in a new environment."
A student Wellesley College
"Academically, I gained many skills in research and academic writing. Outside academics, I gained more independence and friendships that would last a lifetime. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to be inspired by my surroundings, how to meet people with similar ideas and how to create no matter where I am. "
A student Wellesley College
"confidence, adaptability, experience in living on my own in a foreign country, making friends from other cultures, navigating a completely different educational system, cooking for myself"
Ruby S Wellesley College
"I think I grew a lot because studying abroad comes with challenges (especially if you are traveling alone or with friends). I have never lived in a big city, much less with so much independence."
wellesleystudent2020 Wellesley College
"Reflecting, there are no negative things that come to mind. Especially coming from Wellesley, I learned that there really is more to life than getting that grade or being in as many orgs as possible. It is absolutely worthwhile to get out into the world and experience new things. I learned to respect what I want out of life, and..."
Chesley H Wellesley College
"I learned how incredibly fun exploring a new place is, and how to be myself and stand on my own, without the comforts of old friends and family. I learned more about myself, and how to build a community in a new place. It was absolutely worthwhile, I almost think going on exchange/studying abroad should be mandatory, especially ..."
A student Wellesley College
"Yes, I gained confidence and independence. I loved it. "
Victoria L Wellesley College
"I met so many people and gained so many friends. It was a major confidence boost and taught me how to interact and meet people and socialize better. "
A student Wellesley College
"The university and city of Edinburgh has a good mix of local and international students so you meet all sorts of people. I loved the culture and picked up gymnastics where I made friends with some great people."
Kaylee N Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about myself and definitely grew up a little bit. I loved it, and I wish I didn't have to leave. It was definitely worth while. I made amazing friends and got to travel around Europe. London is such a great city and I hope I can go back one day to visit."
A student Wellesley College
"I finally felt rested, which I can't ever remember being in my life. It was 100% worthwhile."
Julianna Koury Wellesley College
"I gained a laid-back, Danish perspective. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"I loved study abroad. It was definitely the best part of my college experience so far, and it has caused me to rethink my future plans. Instead of applying to grad school right away, I am applying to the Peace Corps. "
Abbey H Wellesley College
"I learned that studying at the university can actually be fun "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained a cultural experience that I could never have learned in a classroom. I also gained fluency in Chinese. Previously, I did not have any experience in reading and writing, however, after 9 months of intensive training, I am able to read newspapers and follow news broadcasts."
A student Wellesley College
"I got to connect with people from all over the world and got to see Europe for the first time in my life. I got to go to a large university in a metropolitan setting, and had a chance to essentially be a first-year again and see the process with a new set of eyes and take classes with graduate students on a topic I would not hav..."
A student Wellesley College
"I became more independent and learned to trust myself when traveling. "
A student Wellesley College
"Internship experience, new friends, got a chance to practice a foreign language, visited amazing places. It was definitely worthwhile."
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