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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 was disappointed with a professor and administration"
A student Wellesley College
"I really enjoyed my time abroad in with SIT. The program includes several opportunities to travel within Argentina. It really educated me on the Argentine healthcare system through an analytical and comparative lens."
Julia C Wellesley College
"I found so much fulfillment outside my academic life! "
Brynn D Wellesley College
"Because this was a summer course, I appreciated having more time to explore and not too much focus on the school work. But had this been a whole semester, I would have been more disappointed with the lack of structure. I did learn a lot about Italy and its culture and found the class field trips to be very meaningful. "
A student Wellesley College
"Studying abroad was absolutely worthwhile and I am so glad I chose to do so. I became a more independent person who trusts themselves even when traveling or doing things alone, and I also branched out socially and met with lots of new people! "
A student Wellesley College
"culture exposure, depth of academic teaching, great friends!"
A student Wellesley College
"I definitely think it was worthwhile. It was really nice to get to spend a semester in an area I haven't spent much time and also get to travel around that area. I also made so many friends I would otherwise never have met."
A student Wellesley College
"My ability to speak Spanish improved drastically."
Kaija K Wellesley College
"I gained really valuable life skills (budgeting, personal safety, navigating a foreign country) as well as valuable memories. It was a one in a lifetime experience for sure!"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to live independently in a foreign country and how to navigate and adapt in a different culture/language. "
A student Wellesley College
"Studying art history at Oxford for a year was an unforgettable experience that truly enriched both my academic and personal life. The one-to-one tutorial system challenged me to think critically and dive deeper into the material, pushing me to grow intellectually. Living in Oxford, surrounded by centuries of history and culture,..."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot by being in another country and living/traveling on my own, which was extremely valuable."
Jacqueline T Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about myself as a traveler, I am a lot more independent than I thought. I did many things by myself, going to museums, concerts, shopping, and studying at cafes, it really was like a choose-your-own-adventure game. "
Eva M Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about different international cultures and how Americans are perceived abroad. I also learned how to navigate foreign academics and social life independently. "
Yeonsoo H Wellesley College
"I got to see, explore a new culture with a genuine care and support from DIS. Their planned trips, classes were all amazing."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about the practicalities of international relations specifically around international law and diplomacy. I also learned how to be by myself in a healthy way. I think those elements were worthwhile to me, but I would not pick this same program again. "
Isabella G Wellesley College
"I learned how to cook for myself and be alone in a big city! "
A student Wellesley College
"I loved meeting international and Korea University students! KU is welcoming to exchange students and it is easy to navigate to other parts of Seoul from there. "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained insight into what it is like to be a normal person in the world (not a student), I feel more mature, understanding of myself and my limits and overall excited for what life has to offer post-grad!"
Maeve G Wellesley College
"I learned how to adjust to a new country and use creativity and persistence to solve unexpected challenges I faced while acclimatizing."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned what it's like to live in a city where you don't know anyone and how to navigate a big city"
Arzy A Wellesley College
"I learned to be more independent! SO worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"It was my first time visiting Europe, so in that sense I learned a lot about what living in Europe is like and how that differs from the US. I was also able to gain a lot of new perspectives on topics I was studying being in a new place that helped broaden my own ideas quite significantly."
A student Wellesley College
"It was beyond rewarding to build community in a foreign place, and make connections that I hope will last. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about language, culture differences, and independence. It was an excellent and very worthwhile experience."
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