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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 gained a greater self confidence living and traveling by myself, especially in places where I don't speak the language. I really enjoyed getting to spend time just wandering in Edinburgh, and in other cities I visited. I learned how to adapt to new environments."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to be independent and how I can be comfortable being myself. "
A student Wellesley College
"I am so glad I studied abroad, I just wish I had done an independent program at a local university. I feel like I have better learned how I am as a person in isolation, and how to take care of myself better. "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained an appreciation for the US"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about living in a city and studying at a large, international university. I made friends from all around the world. I enjoyed learning about how Scots see the world and how they think society should function."
Renee Purtscher Wellesley College
"It was DEFINITELY worthwhile. I got comfortable doing things myself, learned how to cook, and got a whole different style of teaching that I thoroughly enjoyed."
Catherine Woodhouse Wellesley College
"The education system taught me self motivation in a way that only Oxford could. It's almost the complete opposite of American uni's and definitely something worth trying. You learn alot about yourself as you go through the program"
A student Wellesley College
"I gained a very basic knowledge of Czech, a better knowledge of beer and that is about it. "
Laura Wellesley College
"It was definitely a worthwhile experience. I was only supposed to go abroad for one semester, but I decided to extend it for the rest of the year. I learned so much about myself and the world around me. If you are on the fence about studying abroad, just go!"
Emily Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about other cultures and how things are different around the world. I also got to travel Europe and conduct my own neuroscience research. "
A student Wellesley College
"VERY worthwhile. I got a very good understanding of what it means to be "European" and how different each country is despite the location. Classes revolve around history/ politics of Europe. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned that I do not need an Institution as a mediator for my to live Abroad. "
Emily Moore Wellesley College
"I was able to take a much needed break from Wellesley's academics and campus life, in turn giving me a greater appreciation for it. The change of pace and scenery made me see how much I love my school, even if it can be stressful. Going abroad gave me an opportunity to get to know myself as a flourishing young adult, whether thr..."
A student Wellesley College
"I gained new friendships that I wouldn't have made had I not gone abroad. I also learned a lot about the way I, along with my culture, are perceived on an international level. "
A student Wellesley College
"To accept and try more new things. To do the thing you really like instead of being afraid to try and thinking too much about gain and loss."
A student Wellesley College
"Beyond gaining many new wonderful friends and experiences, one of the biggest things I gained through this program was confidence in my ability to live alone, integrate successfully into new situations and cultures, and make the most out of opportunities, all of which this program challenged me to do. "
Marley Forest Wellesley College
"It was an invaluable experience to take courses that weren't from a US-centric perspective, and to experience living outside the US. I learned so much both in and out of class."
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"I think it was worthwhile. It was nice getting to actually live in a city and learn about it's culture and history and how that is reflected in city life today. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned so much in terms of my Spanish skills and I got to travel which completely was worth it. "
Annalee Beaulieu Wellesley College
"I learned how to be self sufficient, explore countries where I didn't speak the language, and how to cook for myself. It was absolutely worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned that I can speak Spanish well enough to navigate in another country. I learned that confidence is key and you have to struggle to become better when speaking a new language. I learned that there truly are major differences in different cultures, but that they are essential to each culture and help make them what they a..."
A student Wellesley College
"I gained the realization that one does not always need to be told what to do to make the most of their time. I did not implement this as much as I wanted to, but I feel that the lack of consistent academic rigor could have allowed me to explore the subject matter in a more customized way. I gained the ability to make non-america..."
Monique Montoute Wellesley College
"I've been anticipating going abroad for a long time, and so some elements of this program were disappointing. Ultimately, I really appreciate the experience, and I think it helped me to grow as a person and gain confidence. "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained independence and different viewpoints, which is always worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"I know now what I want from an education that Wellesley doesn't offer, and I feel more inclined to do post graduate studies."
Bozena Scheidel Wellesley College
