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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.
"Yes! I explored so many cities independently as well as grocery shopped and cooked for myself. It was a very formative experience for my personal growth."
A student Wellesley College
"It was amazing. Being abroad gave me such a newfound sense of confidence and independence. Living in a giant city like London by myself was well worth it and traveling solo throughout my time really enriched my experience. "
A student Wellesley College
"Definitely a great experience for students interested in gaining a more diverse perspective. The challenges along the way are great learning experiences."
A student Wellesley College
"Very worthwhile. I learned important life skills for post-graduation life and I immersed myself in a very different, special culture that made me feel uncomfortable and alien at first but then I grew to love and appreciate. I also got to travel to 4 other cities in 4 different countries which provided so much global experience a..."
Gabrielle J V Wellesley College
"I learned that I can handle living in a new country on my own. I also learned a lot about London. "
A student Wellesley College
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I gained a new perspective on how I view myself as an American and as a Filipino-American while in London. I learned from seeing so much London/West End theatre and about the culture around the arts. I gained a new love in my life -- London."
Mara P Wellesley College
"I definitely improved my Spanish skills and learned how to be more independent. It was a difficult process, but I am glad I did it."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about culture and language but also a lot about myself. I think it was worthwhile."
Kiera B Wellesley College
"I learned how to be comfortable being alone and being in a different country"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned what it is like not knowing a single person on an entire continent! Its fun and hard at the same time. "
A student Wellesley College
"I got to live in a tropical rainforest, which was an amazing and singular experience that I will never forget. I also formed great friendships with other American students from all over the US. "
Mackenzie A K Wellesley College
"I learned that you get what you put in. It was definitely worthwhile,but I will say that there are areas where it can be improved upon."
Cynthia P Wellesley College
"Loved the academic intensity. Didn't always feel really integrated "
A student Wellesley College
"The classes were very interesting and I gained a new confidence in my French writing ability. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned more about the Chinese language and culture. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned what it was like to live abroad for the first time. It was worthwhile."
Lucy G Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about how to travel well. It was very worthwhile given my travel experiences. "
bai.cathy Wellesley College
"I am a much better cook! I can navigate foreign cities and decipher foreign language signs. I know I can move to a country without a single friend and leave having made a community."
A student Wellesley College
"I gained an experience in independent living and got the chance to explore London and other European cities/countries on my own terms. It was definitely worthwhile, and I would recommend this experience to people interested in getting a more independent experience not dictated by a program or their home university."
A student Wellesley College
"It was worthwhile. I am still too close to it to suss out what I learned, but I am certain it was worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"I liked the more independent lifestyle"
A student Wellesley College
"I was able to learn how to live on my own and deal with paying rent, signing leases, and planning trips. While these are extremely valuable skills I wish had had more time to enjoy the experience and not worry so much about money while I was there. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about the complex history and culture of Vietnam, and the struggles of a country going through rapid transition."
A student Wellesley College
"It was worthwhile to me to be in Russia during such an interesting time politically, and it did help my language skills, although not to the extent that I'd hoped. I think I also gained more confidence in my speaking and in my ability to live in and navigate large foreign cities, and gained a lot of language comprehension, espec..."
A student Wellesley College
"I now feel a lot more prepared to be able to learn Arabic on my own, which is good. "
A student Wellesley College
