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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.
"Definitely a great experience for students interested in gaining a more diverse perspective. The challenges along the way are great learning experiences."
A student Wellesley College
"My French improved so much over the course of the semester (mostly my speaking / listening abilities), and I loved having the opportunity to explore new cities, do some local (and international) travel, meet other international students at Science Po, connect with my host family, and eat incredible food!"
Charlotte Diamant Wellesley College
"I learned a lot academically, but also personally, about what I want to do with my life in the future, and where I want to live. It was definitely worthwhile."
Margaret Brandes Wellesley College
"While I definitely enjoyed the experience, there were limiting factors caused by the pandemic."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about European history which I was not aware of before-hand, and it was interesting to see the way that the things we would learn in class (such as my sociology class or immigration class) could be applied to the daily life in Greece."
Dechen Bhuming Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about Scottish literature & history; my courses explored a lot of questions & concepts that I have studied in the states, but applied them to a new landscape, which allowed me to learn a lot. I also grew a lot just by living in a new city in a more independent way than I am used to."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to live on my own and navigate an unfamiliar environment without the stability of family or a university to lean on. While I had help and support, it was up to me to figure out how to live in Athens. Studying abroad was definitely worth it. I had so many experiences that I'll never get to do again and met so many a..."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned that I can make a home anywhere"
Hailey Sweeney Wellesley College
"Everybody in the program is on the same boat, don't be shy or sacred, we are all on the same boat. Try to make friends with locals you see everyday. "
Leslie Wellesley College
"I learned so much about marine biology research and different lab techniques. I also learned a ton about sailing and made life-long friends. It was very much worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to truly student independently (i.e., without office hours, student tutors, tons of unstructured time) and take advantage of an institution's resources. "
A student Wellesley College
"the travel was the best part and definitely worthwhile "
Grace Turner Wellesley College
"I was able to experience London from many aspects and be amerced in the diversity the city has to offer. Learned to be independent and it was 10)% worthwhile!"
A student Wellesley College
"I gained some language skills and I feel more comfortable exploring the city and just generally getting by on my own."
Zoe Mitchell Wellesley College
"I gained invaluable experience in the Danish education system, made amazing friends, and found a culture that I could see myself living in long-term in the future. I also gained more confidence and independence by being so far away from home. It was absolutely a worthwhile experience!"
A student Wellesley College
"It was very worthwhile. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned lots of independence."
Bijon Wellesley College
"It made me very seriously interested in graduate school"
A student Wellesley College
"Learned a lot about German culture and explored Europe "
Brianna Wellesley College
"I gained new memories and experienced new things. It was worth it to travel but I would do things differently next thing."
Amanda Frazer Wellesley College
"I traveled around the country, experienced a new university and city, and took interesting classes for my major"
A student Wellesley College
"I improved my language skills and got to know French culture, as well as gaining more self confidence. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"How to deal with roommates and city life "
Ava Galbraith Wellesley College
"I gained life long friends and a greater understanding of an area I decided to go to two months before the program started. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about living independently and pushing myself out of my comfort zone through new experiences and exploring solo."
A student Wellesley College
