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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.
"1) I learned that my personal well being should be a high priority in my life. 2) Enforcing top-down policies is effective for city strategies. 3) Big isn't always better. Study abroad was super worthwhile! I respect the city and the people so much. I am trying so hard to go back"
A student Wellesley College
"Arabic skills, cultural knowledge, political awareness, friends"
A student Wellesley College
"Yes it was worthwhile. It makes me consider going back there for career/further education."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about my own personal skills and interests, and how to use the training I received in the future."
A student Wellesley College
"Initially I thought that this would be a difficult experience because I was abroad on an extremely tight budget. However this is one of the best things that could have happened because it forced me to find different ways to become a part of the city. Going to museum, concerts, local parks, hiking, living with a spanish speaking ..."
A student Wellesley College
"Living independently, adjusting to new cultural environments, greater insight into the history and politics of the region"
Scarlett K Wellesley College
"I learnt so much in the subject and experienced a very different academic system, which encouraged self exploration and provided feedback about your study in depth."
A student Wellesley College
"I gained more confidence in my language skills, was able to make friends in classes and a connection with my host family, and was able to travel around Europe. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"I enjoyed it immensely and it was definitely worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to budget and support myself more efficiently. I also learned so much from the British and International friends I made. We shared many cultural traditions and experiences with one another. I made life long friends in London that I feel very comfortable visiting any time and that I still talk to today!"
Abby O Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about independence, self-motivation, and how to get experiences that are not necessarily academic out of an academically based situation."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about Danish culture and education. As an educator and child rights activist, I will take what I learned and apply it wherever I go."
Alejandra I Escamilla Wellesley College
"I improved my Spanish, made wonderful friends, and got to know the Spanish culture in a way I could not have simply from vacationing. It was definitely worth it. "
A student Wellesley College
"My writing, in particular, improved a lot with the instruction and feedback I got here."
Sarah White Wellesley College
"I gained a new level of self-sufficiency living alone in a major city by myself. Studying at a conservatory helped me grow as a performer while the many adventures I enjoyed have left me changed as a person. Absolutely worthwhile!"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to live independently and make my own decisions. I got to meet amazing people of New Zealand and other international students. I also had a taste of New Zealand's culture which is different from my own culture. "
A student Wellesley College
"Definitely worthwhile! Took a break from Wellesley stress, made new friends, improved my French."
A student Wellesley College
"Academic, personal, and above all language growth"
Shweta P Wellesley College
"In addition to language skills, I feel that I've gained so much confidence. I had to do so many things (find an apartment, make a budget) which I'd never had to do before."
A student Wellesley College
"It was very worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"It was worth while. I gained fluency in a language that I had been studying and struggling to master for a long time."
A student Wellesley College
"It was 100% worthwhile not only for improving my language abilities but for cultural immersion as well. Living in the Spanish culture was a revelation."
A student Wellesley College
"I was able to greatly improve my Spanish proficiency. I learned about a different culture and way of living outside of the US. I learned to live on my own and take risks. "
A student Wellesley College
"Buenos Aires feels like a fairly European city, but I did get more exposure to non-Western cultures and ideals, which I think was extremely valuable. I also became more willing to challenge myself to get out of my comfort zone and try things I never thought I would. It was definitely worthwhile, and I've been recommending the ex..."
Elena Purcell Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about each country that I visited. It was worthwhile. "
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