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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'm grateful to have gained knowledge about a culture that is less work-centric than the United States. While at times the pace of life in Cyprus was shocking, I'm glad I was able to truly embrace it over the past few months. With the right community, I'd suggest this program to anyone as it's easier to make deeper connections w..."
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"My experience was worthwhile, and it was an amazing experience to live in another country. I got to learn about the history and culture of the Netherlands. Additionally, the Netherlands has so many great museums, so if you buy a Museumkaart (museum pass), you have unlimited access to hundreds of museums across the country!"
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"I enjoyed the opportunity to feel more integrated into life in a new city, especially living in Hotel Jansen (a short-medium stay 'hotel'), we shopped for groceries in the local neighborhood and biked to class and into the city center regularly. Being in a different environment took some adjustment, but I am pleased with my expe..."
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"I learned that I needed to step out of my comfort zone aka Wellesley to understand the parts of Wellelsey I appreciate and miss, and acknowledge that my culture is not the one right way. I also appreciated the opportunity to travel and discover new countries as I had not done much travel outside of the United States. "
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"I always wanted to visit Amsterdam, and it was a really great city and the Netherlands is a really great country to live in for a few months. There is so much to do and see and so many museums to visit. I learned a lot of independence. I loved having my bike. I missed Wellesley a lot, but honestly I think that being away from it..."
A student Wellesley College
"Because I had to pay for many fees out of pocket and arrange housing, insurance, phone bills, residency cards on my own, I learned more about how to manage myself in the adult world. Although the experience was difficult at many times, it was worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"Academically: continued solidifying my basics, advanced my reading/speaking/writing/listening skills. Personally: massively improved my confidence, gained several skills for dealing with anxiety Overall: extremely worthwhile"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned that I am capable of being independent. It was very worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained knowledge of Korean culture and language, and how I do living abroad on my own. It was worthwhile."
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"I really gained an understanding of the Danish perspectives on graphic design and urban livability, which are renowned in this area of the world. I was able to learn not just through traditional assignments but also through explorations of Copenhagen and also in my study tours to Western Denmark and the Netherlands."
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"Yes, it was VERY worthwhile!!! It gave me a great exposure to European and Scandinavian culture."
Anjali K Wellesley College
"I reflected a lot on my interactions with culture and the type of people I engage with. I also learned to be a lot more independent and self sufficient. This semester was a great way for me to grow as a person and reflect on the type of future I want for myself. "
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"I feel like I really came into myself this semester. Since I didn't have to worry so much about academics I really threw myself into exploration, getting to know people, and figuring out how I wanted to live my life post-graduation. My confidence improved so much and I even joined a local rugby team!"
Elle D Wellesley College
"Exposure to international students was great! Very fun!"
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"So worthwhile. I learned that I love hearing people's stories, love Cambodia, and the people there! I also learned how I am very adaptable, but need space from people. It is a LOT of time with the same group."
Camille N Wellesley College
"I gained a stronger sense of independence through having to budget, cook my own meals, and just exist in a new country where I couldn't understand the language. I came to really love Stockholm, and I'll definitely be back (but probably in the summer next time)"
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"I learned how to adjust to a new place on my own and it has made me more independent and confident. Definitely worthwhile. If possible everyone should study abroad once. "
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"I greatly improved my Spanish language skills, and I also improved my self-confidence as part of interacting in my second language. It was worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"I feel that my language skills have improved immensely, that I know myself much better having lived alone for the first time, and that I have gotten the chance to see so many amazing cultural and historical sites across Europe. "
Nora C Wellesley College
"Learned about medical topics and through that gained insight if this was the path for me. I gained travel opportunities and life-long friends and it was worthwhile to experience."
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"Primarily, I grew as a Spanish speaker and this alone made the experience worthwhile. I also became more integrated into Spanish culture and my best experience here was learning to make salmorejo and tortilla de patatas from one of my friends' grandparents."
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"My junior year abroad has been the most exhilarating and growing experience. Extending my stay at Oxford for the full year was the best decision I made. I tried out boxing, blind wine tasting, rowing, went to a million balls and formals. I learned about friendship and how to cook and to be independent. I traveled during the brea..."
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"Getting outside of the US and learning about subjects from a different perspective was incredibly valuable to my education. It was very worthwhile and I would encourage every student to study abroad."
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"I feel as though I have learned a lot through the experience and that it was definitely worthwhile. "
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"It was very worthwhile. I got to live in a new city and also explore many other cities with new friends! I learned so much about myself through this experience. "
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