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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.
"travelled throughout europe a lot, got to visit cities I've always wanted to go to and others I didn't even know existed learned more about midwifery and reproductive health"
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"The experience of being at sea on a tall ship and the wonder of the South Pacific and New Zealand."
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"I learned that American Superiority exists, that Western cultures are extremely similar fundamentally, but on the surface appear very different, and patience. Mostly, I learned to expand my worldview from my college experience, and question the things that I had previously taken as truths. I have to say that my travels and my fr..."
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"best to know people in oxford before hand, helped a lot!"
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"Very worthwhile, just need the right attitude and adaptive personality"
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"How to love myself and be independent. I learned about imbedded racism at home and abroad. It was worth it. "
A student Wellesley College
"Yes, this was very worthwhile. This was the first time I had travelled alone to a foreign country, and I learned a lot of lessons about how to travel solo."
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"I learned so much about the differences between Danish and American culture, and it was a very worthwhile experience once I actually arrived in Denmark. The 3 months online were difficult and stressful because our arrival date was always being pushed back."
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"I think studying abroad is really good because it allows you to learn how to gain confidence in yourself and grow and enrich your life."
Julia Warner Wellesley College
"I felt more comfortable communicating with locals in French. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"I discovered a city that I would like to live in in the future and enhanced my understanding of Economics by learning in a specialized institution."
A student Wellesley College
"It was definitely challenging at times, but a great learning experience. The memories and friendships I made will stay with me forever."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to be emotionally independent, how to live in a city, and how to problem solve on the go."
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"Improved my Spanish and made Spanish friends, had the opportunity to learn about Andalucian culture in depth and to travel throughout Europe in my free time. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned to live on my own. I learned about a different culture and the joys of travelling. "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained language skills, cultural experience, new friends, and learned to be more independent, so I'd definitely say it was worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"My self-teaching, reading and writing abilities all improved immensely so it was worth it."
A student Wellesley College
"After a semester in Berlin, taking classes at a German university and speaking with my friends and professors in German for four months, my language skills have dramatically improved. I became more familiar with German and Berlin culture and was able to critically compare it not only to the cultures of the United States but also..."
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"I learned a lot about race and postcolonial consequences for Britain as a nation that has conquered and is now, like the United States, diverse in population. I learned a lot about and enjoyed British culture, such as going to the pub with my newly made lads and enjoying high tea. The food and fun in London was incredible. I had..."
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"Independence, cultural immersion"
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"I was able to meet many new people in Japan, and go to new places. It inspired me to apply for jobs in Japan. "
Mika M Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about myself and saw just how large the world was beyond my home university. It was absolutely worth while and the friends I made there, I will be in touch with for the rest of my life."
Patricia Chen Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about traveling and had the opportunity to travel to many new places while in Europe! It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"It was worth studying abroad in Berlin. I learned about diversity by meeting various students and other people from Europe, Asia, Middle East, etc. "
A student Wellesley College
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I gained a strong insight into how IGOs and NGOs function and was exposed to a diverse array of new and interesting perspectives."
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