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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 had a very unique opportunity to create and conduct a large qualitative research project with a small group of my classmates in which we interviewed the local community about the impacts of the local industries on their lives and the governance and development in the region. While working on this project, I got to practice var..."
A student Wellesley College
"I had fun meeting new people, going on trips to Europe, and taking classes that were not offered at home university. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to navigate new situations through living in homestays, navigating new social situations, taking public transportation, etc. I also learned a lot more about the context/history of each place through class, site visits, conversations, museums, and exploring. "
EmmaChaya L Wellesley College
"Yes! Had the opportunity to travel a lot and made great friends."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to be uncomfortable and work through the feeling. Culturally it is important to learn what it is like to be an outsider and not be 100% comfortable speaking the language, but still having to apply it. "
Chloe W Wellesley College
"I learned so much about sustainability and local food systems. Absolutely worthwhile I met so many unforgettable people."
A student Wellesley College
"Yeah the internship option was great to get some experience"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to live independently and with people who are apart of a different culture than me."
Monica M Wellesley College
"I practiced my Japanese and gained solo travel experience. I also made Japanese friends and engaged with the local community. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot in my rigorous academic classes, I also learn a lot from getting to travel to other countries."
A student Wellesley College
"It was great to have a college experience different from my own. It emphasized the importance of stepping outside ones bubble. "
A student Wellesley College
"I'm definitely more independent in regards to solo travel and speaking Italian, I enjoyed the opportunity to experience a different culture/language/country!"
A student Wellesley College
"My classes were very relevant and thought-provoking. It was also really interesting to meet people from all over the world and hear different perspectives. "
A student Wellesley College
"There is so much to learn and explore outside of your home country. "
Dova K Wellesley College
"I gained a new cultural perspective while also continuing my studies - it was worthwhile! "
A student Wellesley College
"i learned so much about so many people, cultures, histories, and places."
Emily M Wellesley College
"My Japanese fluency improved greatly, I built friendships with many international and local students, traveled often, and saw/learned new things every day. It was incredibly worthwhile!"
A student Wellesley College
"I met wonderful people and experienced learning in different ways. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned so much about myself and making new friends."
A student Wellesley College
"Love being abroad"
A student Wellesley College
"Definitely worth going abroad "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained a more global mindset, definitely worth the experience "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to improve on budgeting but also just exploring the city and how much I love efficient public transportation"
A student Wellesley College
"Gained experience analyzing texts and writing very quickly! Improved time management as well."
A student Wellesley College
"My language skills definitely improved. "
A student Wellesley College
