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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 learned about the history of Costa Rica's sustainable development and improvements that they and other countries could make in order to further protect the environment while developing their economy. I had an absolutely amazing time traveling all over the country. The best part about this program was being able to go on short ..."
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"very very worthwhile- learned about a truly unique part of the world, developed my interest in ecology"
A student Wellesley College
"I enjoyed the london lifestyle."
A student Wellesley College
"I improved my Spanish, and also gained a tremendous amount of confidence in myself. If I can navigate taking finals, making travel plans, and going to the doctor in a foreign language, I can do anything in English. Yes it was worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"It was helpful for me to live abroad for a time so that I can have an awareness of cultural and continental differences. I felt it was important to study abroad so that my education would be well-rounded."
Jessica S Wellesley College
"ABSOLUTELY. My study abroad experience helped me to understand more accurately the western world and perceptions of America and Americans abroad."
Cassandra E Wellesley College
"Yes, I learned a lot about myself, had a great time, and learned a lot. By the end I was a little sick of being abroad, and this had never happened to me before, so that was interesting. My cultural awareness was heightened, and the program fit with my interests, so that did not change. "
Nicole K Wellesley College
"I certainly learned a lot about Classics and the world of Classical academia, and if the experience taught me anything, it's that I'm not sure I want to pursue the field any further."
Amita M Wellesley College
"I greatly improved my language skills and learned how to find and build a community for myself. It was definitely worthwhile."
Mara1 Wellesley College
"Yes, it was definitely a worthwhile experience. I improved my french skills and gained independence. "
Student R Wellesley College
"While abroad I decided to change one of my majors to French, although I do not expect to pursue a career in this department. I really came to appreciate the French lifestyle and culture, and the American education system while I was abroad. I loved my experience, loved all the things I saw and new places I got to go. It was a gr..."
Natalie B Wellesley College
"I became much more independent and confident speaking French as well as traveling alone."
Camden L Wellesley College
"I really liked the experience, but I felt it could have been better"
Emma W Wellesley College
"Studying at UCL did not change my academic interests but rather strengthened them. I got to take a graduate level class and I loved it. I am now more passionate about computer science and have a more focused academic path. My stay in London was without any doubt mind opening. I'd been to several countries before but this city fe..."
Jacqueline K Wellesley College
"Above all else, I gained a deeper understanding of myself, my level of independence and how well I cope with new environments. It was eye-opening and showed me things I can improve on."
Ran J Wellesley College
"Most definitely. "
Joanna X Wellesley College
"I gained a very strong sense of independence and confidence in my self - reliance. Being abroad constantly puts you in situations where you just have to figure something out on your own in a totally new country without knowing anyone frequently. It changed my life and calmed me down. I don't worry about things as much and hav..."
Meagan F Wellesley College
"Yes it was worthwhile. It satisfied my academic/intellectual interests (urban studies). It provided a good break from the stressful environment at Wellesley and gave me a good perspective moving forward. I also value my travel experience in Europe very much. Opened my eyes to a lot of things and will serve as a source of inspira..."
Pasinee P Wellesley College
"Just living abroad made me see things differently after coming back "
Kunah Y Wellesley College
"Senegal changed the way I not only think about issues like African development, but also just the way I think and approach problems and obstacles in general."
Kathleen S Wellesley College
"YES! I learned about this fascinating new culture and city, met interesting people from Hungary and from across the US, and I had a break from my stressful academic experience. Now I am happier in my college and I have made new friendships that I hope to keep for a long time."
Caroline A Wellesley College
"Yes. I got to live in a whole new country for four months. I met friends I know I will forever keep. I was taken out of my comfort zone and forced to spend such a long period of time with complete strangers in a country different from America."
Ashley K Wellesley College
"Definitely! I learned a ton, and fell in love with Italy."
Carolyn T Wellesley College
"Absolutely. I had a wonderful time, and I met very interesting people."
Carolyn J Wellesley College
"I learned how to be independent and had a lot of fun in the city. But, I was not impressed with the education abroad. "
Kelsey T Wellesley College
