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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.
"Definitely. Not only did I learn a lot about my major and concentration, but I learned a lot about myself and my interests. I started to love learning again and was able to get involved in things because I was passionate, not only for my GPA and grad school applications. "
A student Wellesley College
"Yes it was worthwhile! I learned a lot about German culture. "
Susan Black Wellesley College
"It was worthwhile. I was able to relax and not take any science courses (I am a science major) while I was abroad so that was very rejuvenating and a great change in pace. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot of Chinese, but also a lot about the culture and people. I learned a lot about Harbin and it’s history. It was definitely worthwhile, though fairly rigorous academically. "
A student Wellesley College
"The most important idea I learned was that 'foreign' is a relative concept. People all across the world are just like you and have a culture that is interesting and unique."
A student Wellesley College
"Friends, culture, knowledge of history "
A student Wellesley College
"I really gained deep insights into Chinese society and the local people's mentality. I was able to travel with my roommate and experience different sides of Beijing. We also discussed many challenges facing both the U.S and China today and it was wonderful for me to hear her opinions."
A student Wellesley College
"I made a lot of friends through the ECCO program that I will stay in touch with for a long time, as well as Italian friends that I am still in touch with. My ability to speak and write the language also improved immensely."
A student Wellesley College
"I think it can be a very confidence-building experience, going into a country abroad where you know no one and being able to forge strong relationships. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a new form of essay writing as expected of UK institutions, and how to take time off. "
Christina Obolenskaya Wellesley College
"Knowledge of many cultures"
A student Wellesley College
"While I would say I am still at an intermediate level speaking-wise, I think my language comprehension improved in all aspects. It was definitely worthwhile in terms of furthering my language skills, but it was also worthwhile in ways that I didn't guess before I was there. Learning how to adapt to a new culture and city is a ve..."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about independence and providing for myself. I also learned lots in all three of my classes, and from the friends I made. It was very worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"The faculty make the program what it is. I've learned so much from each of them with regards to public health, social justice, and cross-cultural learning. "
A student Wellesley College
"For me, the program was worthwhile. I learned a lot about Iceland, took classes that I wouldn't have thought to take but ended up enjoying, met great people and interesting professors, and had experiences only available in Iceland."
Erika Herman Wellesley College
"It really helped me put being a US Citizen into perspective. I am incredibly grateful to have that. I loved being in Nepal and I made some incredible friends. I learned a lot about religion, and global politics and I am now passionate about politics in a way I never thought I would be. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned that I am able to integrate myself into French culture, and was able to make lifelong friends with my host family. I learned that Sciences Po has difficult courses. "
A student Wellesley College
"I grew as a musician, and learned about what I wanted to pursue in the future."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned lots about French culture and how I interact with cultures that are very different than mine. "
Maria-Alejandra Jaramillo Wellesley College
"Language and cultural skills"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned mostly about how to situate myself globally and how to adapt to a different culture, a different sense of humor, and a different mode of conversation, as well as how to manage my time and manage a commute. I absolutely fell in love with Ireland and with Dublin and it was definitely worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"I'd say what I gained the most from the Graduate Institute was the insight I gained from the diverse and supportive atmosphere. The students there truly represent the world and that was super valuable in class. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"I definitely think that my experience abroad was worthwhile. I believe that I gained a lot of independence and a greater understanding of myself. The thing that I am the most proud of is how much my language skills improved over my months abroad. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned to step outside my comfort zone. It was scary stepping into classrooms with hundreds of French students and not knowing anyone, but I made friends. It was definitely worthwhile "
A student Wellesley College
"Definitely worthwhile. I learned to be grateful for what I have in the US because so many people have so much less"
Thyme Morton Wellesley College
