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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.
"A home? It sounds silly and cheesy, but I could really see myself moving back to Edinburgh in the future. I gained a city, really, and the openness that comes with that - the willingness to try a whole host of new things I would never have done before."
annelle.castillo Wellesley College
"My experience was absolutely worthwhile, and I miss it all the time. It showed me that I can happily live abroad for an extended period of time, and gave me more confidence living only in Spanish. I was able to travel and see more of the world, and I made amazing new friends."
A student Wellesley College
"Studying abroad in the Turks and Caicos was a very worthwhile experience. I loved the opportunities for experiential learning and field work, as well as the opportunity to conduct research."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot of Spanish, and also a lot about myself. It was definitely worthwhile, even when it was difficult I was still learning a lot."
A student Wellesley College
"It was SO worthwhile. While the academics were intense and intriguing, they were far surpassed by the leadership training and self awareness I gained by working with a crew on a ship. I learned how to be critical of my own actions in a close community setting, I learned how to command and be commanded by my peers, and how to b..."
ellen.bechtel Wellesley College
"Absolutely. I learned what it is like to cook for myself. I am now comfortable traveling alone. The easier academic schedule allowed me to spend a total of three months traveling through Europe where I met loads of amazing people. I loved my overall experience."
A student Wellesley College
"I loved being abroad in London: it felt like the beginning of my ascent into adulthood. The independence I had and the accessibility of a social life and travel made me feel empowered and helped me solidify my wants and my personality. I am very fond of the friends I made and the classes I took. If I could change it, though, I w..."
Lucia A P Wellesley College
"Different people do different things in different places, but we are all the same, really. What a phenomenal revelation!"
A student Wellesley College
"My favourite part about studying abroad were the different perspectives I got access to. I was able to speak with many Russians, and see how they live their lives and what they think about the world--I think it has made me a more open person!"
Sydney Hopper Wellesley College
"I learned that you must take every chance to expose yourself to new environments, different people, and varying circumstances in order to broaden your understanding of the world."
A student Wellesley College
"I really enjoyed the academic program--I learned a lot and became more independent"
A student Wellesley College
"The experience was definitely worthwhile. I learned how to be more independent academically and to navigate situations I'll likely encounter in graduate school. "
A student Wellesley College
"Yes, I made great friends and had a fulfilling academic experience."
A student Wellesley College
"It was definitely worth while. I learned a lot inside and outside of my courses. I learned about a different way of learning. I learned about how to be more responsible for my own learning. I learned about how to be a better traveler. About how to organize all of the things that you need to travel: transportation, lodging, vis..."
A student Wellesley College
"I feel more confident with my spanish skills. Personally, I feel more independent and confident. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about Hungarian culture and language. I really enjoyed learning about how mathematics is taught in Hungary and how different their approach is to ours."
A student Wellesley College
"Absolutely explored London a lot!"
Yu Z Wellesley College
"The UK education is very different from the American education system, but I am happy I did it because it made me more appreciative of my home institution. "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained so much from my experience doing SEA Semester and it was very worthwhile! I was really pushed out of my comfort zone and gained a lot of confidence through this experience. I knew very little about oceans and nothing about sailing before SEA Semester and I gained a real interest and appreciation of the sea and sailing. ..."
A student Wellesley College
"-exposed to subtle differences in language and culture -insight into a different education system and structure -came away with a different social experience"
A student Wellesley College
"The ECCO program was extremely worthwhile because it gave me the chance to become fluent in Italian by requiring me to use it on a daily basis and in a variety of settings. I also learned valuable information about Italian history, art, literature, food, music, and culture! "
A student Wellesley College
"As I previously mentioned, I made some wonderful new friends abroad and had amazing experiences travelling Australia. Melbourne is also a great city filled with delicious food, interesting artwork, and vibrant culture. Participating in the study abroad program at University of Melbourne is absolutely worthwhile. "
Vanessa Kelley Wellesley College
"There's so much to learn and experience about the world outside of the United States. Travel between European states deemed much cheaper than expected, surprisingly, so it was great to experience different cultures in such close proximity to one another. I also learned a lot about my family's heritage through a genealogical sear..."
Rachel H Wellesley College
"It was definitely worthwhile. I've lived in other countries before but it was great to be able to live in such a friendly country and learn how to navigate by myself. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned that I can make a home anywhere"
Hailey Sweeney Wellesley College
