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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.
"The program was often frustrating but the experience of living in Salvador was unique, enriching, beautiful and worthwhile. "
Phoebe S Wellesley College
"My mom wanted me to come back to Korea for a semester because she wanted me to be set with my future plan after graduating from college. She wanted me to be set on the place I would like to stay and have a job. I learned that during 8 years of studying in the United States, I changed much, and I feel much more fit in the Ameri..."
Jee Yoon A Wellesley College
"My experience at SNU was definitely a worthwhile one. I learned a lot, not only from the classroom but also from SNU students, professors, and many others I met in around Seoul. Studying at SNU changed some perceptions I had about Korea, while enabling me thnk about my cultural identity as well. Rigorous academic setting also ch..."
So Hyun P Wellesley College
"My experience was entirely worthwhile. I gained valuable insight into what other colleges are like, and had a lot of fun integrating myself into another culture and community. "
Kristin S Wellesley College
"Yes definitely. Although the quality of education was lackluster and much better at my home institution, everything else i gained from the experience made it worthwhile. I had the best year of my life being in London. "
Sharel I Wellesley College
"Yes, it was. I now know that I want to send more time in Berlin and I gained greater independence from the experience."
Lauren S Wellesley College
"Yes, definitely. There are just aspects I would have changed, particularly after hearing about other students' experiences."
Alethea D Wellesley College
"It was very worthwhile. It was great to experience something that was very different from Wellesley. I became much more independent from doing a lot of traveling over spring break and weekends. It hasn't changed my future plans but I am very glad that I did it."
Caryn H Wellesley College
"My study abroad experience was certainly worthwhile. I had the opportunity to pursue my passions, fashion and art history, in the classroom, my weaving studio, the museum in which I interned, and beyond. I will never forget the feeling of giving a gallery talk on fashion history in the Uffizi in front of the very painting I was ..."
Abigail H Wellesley College
"Australia is not that different from the United States in terms of culture. The people however are more relaxed and seem to enjoy life more and stress out less than people I have met in the northeast. My time there showed me that though work is very important, its also just as important to make time to relax and have fun. I hope..."
Jahanara A Wellesley College
"It has changed my world-view of global politics and American involvement drastically. I was also there during the elections, so that was fascinating to see! "
Claire A Wellesley College
"It was worthwhile, a unique experience. But could have been improved."
Helen W Wellesley College
"My study abroad experience was incredibly worthwhile and wouldn't trade that year for anything. I learned how to be more outgoing, to make mistakes (when learning a new language it is bound to happen), how to cook, and how to be my own best friend. The year was incredibly inspiring and I can't wait to travel again!"
Sarah F Wellesley College
"YES! Improved my Spanish, traveled, learned how to problem solve and live on my own, adapt to different living situations, experienced a different university, made great friends in a different country, etc. "
Sarina S Wellesley College
"It was definitely worthwhile. I accomplished all my goals."
Kiley W Wellesley College
"Oxford is the best academic experience I have ever had. It provided me with a much broader and, at the same time, deeper understanding of my subject, challenging me to exceed my limits every step of the way. It revived my interest in chemistry and consolidated my conviction that graduate school is the natural next step for me. ..."
Adina B Wellesley College
"It was absolutely worthwhile. I learned to get along with many different types of people, I learned about cultures that are entirely different than that of America. I learned that not all other peoples hate Americans, but that it is easy to get caught up in political discussions just because you are from America. "
Briana R Wellesley College
"My study abroad experience was the best, and it a lot of ways I think I really got lucky meeting my group of locl friends. They were always so eager to show me around and we all enjoy traveling and driving so we would take drives to all these places. I think by making local friends, I got to go, see and do a lot more things than..."
yangsoo c Wellesley College
"I absolutely loved my year at Oxford. I really hope I am able to spend some more time there at some point in my life. The intensely academic lifestyle, however, has taught me that a life of academia is not for me. As such, it has really helped me define my future career and academic plans. I wholeheartedly recommend Oxford. ..."
Sarah Z Wellesley College
"Yes, absolutely worthwhile. I made amazing friends and had once in a lifetime experiences. "
Caitlin Z Wellesley College
"My time in Kyoto was incredible and really helped me focus on what I want to do with my life and where I want to spend it. It was amazing to finally go abroad and view my own culture from a different perspective and re-examine my own perceptions of Japan."
Abbey C Wellesley College
"YES, completely. I know now that I want my graduate degree in history ,adn I much preferred the UK system."
Alexandra W Wellesley College
"It was phenomenal. "
Amelia S Wellesley College
"Yes, my study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile-- overall I had a great time. I loved my host family, the friends I made on the program, and getting to know Kyoto. I really enjoyed getting to know a completely new and different culture, and getting to apply and really improve my Japanese skills."
Briana B Wellesley College
"This was definitely a worthwhile experience and I would do it again in a heartbeat! I'm planning on going back to work in NZ for a few months after graduating."
Kimberley C Wellesley College
