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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 the language and a lot about Chinese culture. I also learned to roll with the punches because China is full of surprises and crazy experiences"
Allie H Wellesley College
"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
"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
"Yes it was worthwhile. It makes me consider going back there for career/further education."
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
"My writing, in particular, improved a lot with the instruction and feedback I got here."
Sarah White Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about each country that I visited. It was worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"In my year away, I became a stronger analytical thinker and critical writer. I gained a lot of confidence in my writing skills as well. Beyond the academic, I definitely became a lot more independent as a person and comfortable being in situations I'm unfamiliar with. Though I didn't end up bonding with many local students, I ne..."
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 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 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 know this is cheesy but going to Japan has been one of the most beautiful things that has ever happened in my life. I can't say it will be the same for everyone, but for me it was worth every uphill battle and discouragement. I learned so much about myself, and I feel like I came out of it learning how to love a little better...."
Elizabeth M 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 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
"It was very worthwhile. "
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 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
"Academic, personal, and above all language growth"
Shweta P Wellesley College
"I've learned to interact more with my tutors and to manage my work better. "
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"I gained more confidence in my Spanish speaking skills and in myself as a person because of my time abroad. Living and studying in a country on a continent I had never even visited before for a whole semester was something very scary and exciting for me. I also somehow traveled on my own to another European country. At the end o..."
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"Experiencing big cities is essential for learning about architecture and urban planning. I wanted to see what it was like outside my liberal arts school bubble, and the experience was eye-opening! NY/P gave me more of a direction in my final year at Wellesley. "
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"It was definitely worthwhile. I was able to get a professional training which is very important in my life right now. I was also able to travel and see parts of the country and culture that I would never had otherwise. Being on the program made me take risks and allowed me to learn many new things. My language improved as a resu..."
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"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 ..."
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