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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.
"Absolutely, I learned a lot about myself and how i behave in various situations and my spanish has improved immensely "
A student Wellesley College
"I made some wonderful friends and connections as part of my year abroad at St. Peter's College. The educational system took some getting used to, but by the end of the year, I felt very comfortable with my schedule and levels of extracurricular involvement."
A student Wellesley College
"I gained independence and resilience, which were important and worthwhile lessons to learn, although I did not like the way I had to learn them."
A student Wellesley College
"My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile! DIS was a well rounded program incorporating travel, culture, and hands on experience both in and outside of the classroom. I learned to get out of my comfort zone and to challenge "
Joanna G Wellesley College
"It was definitely worthwhile. I learned so much about myself as a Ghanaian, as well as the many challenges that a developing country like Ghana faces. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a ton about South Africa/ Southern Africa while able to have oodles of fun. "
A student Wellesley College
"It was definitely worthwhile. The kind of stories I heard, the experiences I had and the people I met made all the difference. I was really impacted by the way public policy decisions made years ago still affects people today on a very personal level. As a poli sci major, this was an important concept for me so that I could unde..."
Nancy N Wellesley College
"I spent all of my time working one-on-one with my professors. It was great because it meant that I got to learn about exactly what interested me, as well as hone in on particular writing skills that I felt I lacked. The professors themselves were incredibly learned, interesting and, for the most part, kind. I'm not sure I cou..."
daisydowdall Wellesley College
"French language competency, college credit. Many other things, I had a wonderful time."
Rachel S Wellesley College
"I loved being abroad in London: it felt like the beginning of my ascent into adulthood. The independence I had and the accessibility of a social life and travel made me feel empowered and helped me solidify my wants and my personality. I am very fond of the friends I made and the classes I took. If I could change it, though, I w..."
Lucia A P Wellesley College
"It pushed me and helped me grow academically, and I gained many new friends. It was definitely worthwhile!"
Anna T Wellesley College
"I learned I could live on my own, which felt great. I gained a few very close friends which made the year worth it. "
A student Wellesley College
"It was extremely worthwhile, though I wouldn't repeat the experience. I have intentions on returning some of the places I had the privilege of visiting. I worked on developing a personal philosophy of patience and "everyone has a story.""
A student Wellesley College
"It was generally worthwhile, although what I really enjoyed was having the time to travel rather than the program itself. The two six-week long breaks and the limited class time commitments meant I could go a lot of places. I went on Mediterranean cruises (go with a lot of friends if you do--it's more fun and cheaper, and it o..."
jlin5 Wellesley College
"My spanish did improve and I know know the differences in the spanish spoken in different countries, I know infinitely more about Argentina than before I came, and I got to travel around Argentina and a bit around South America, and it's interesting to live in developing country."
A student Wellesley College
"Insight, broader perspective on life, the importance and unimportance of certain aspects of life,"
A student Wellesley College
"The experience of being abroad in general is so worthwhile, and exploring it all in a different language and culture is just insanely beneficial. No matter what your major, life direction/career path, whatever, living in a country where you really need to change your focus is soooo helpful. And you won't know it until you get th..."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned that I can be independent, and that I am so glad I went abroad. I know I would have regretted not going, but I have no regrets about going. I got to travel and explore Europe, which was incredible. "
A student Wellesley College
"I got to live in a tropical rainforest, which was an amazing and singular experience that I will never forget. I also formed great friendships with other American students from all over the US. "
Mackenzie A K Wellesley College
"I had the chance to shadow. not everyone did. I liked my core class a lot. "
julia m Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about myself and what I want to do after college. I would legitimately consider going to graduate school in the United Kingdom based on my experience in this program."
A student Wellesley College
"International travel, language and cultural immersion, independence"
A student Wellesley College
"Yes"
Beatrice E Wellesley College
"I feel like I have a much richer and varied understanding of both Wellesley and the United States. This was definitely worth it in that respect. I also got to take a lot of classes I never would have been able to at Wellesley."
A student Wellesley College
"Improved my language and interpersonal skills, became well-versed in french culture, and met a wonderful host family who became part of my real family to me."
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