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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 a lot about myself and the importance of travel. This was my first time out of the US and it was quite literally the wildest thing I experienced. I realized how much I loved the warm weather, mountains, and beaches. "
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"I didn't realize that you really have to figure out what you want from your experience and go for it. There really is no guidance when you get there, and you have to navigate on your own. I wish I had stuck to a few things I liked and made the right friends, but I still made some cool memories. I am still unsure if it was worthw..."
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"The students made it worthwhile. I would not ask for a better cohort."
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"I learned how to be much more independent and also learned how much joy I get from immersing myself in different cultures."
Ariel S Wellesley College
"good for architecture, very worthwhile"
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"Learned about intercultural communication; some parts were worthwhile"
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"This isn't the program for extreme cultural immersion, but it is the program for living in a beautiful city with rich history and plenty to do. I learned a lot about being independent and navigating a place where you don't know the language or customs."
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"Learned a lot about the culture though there were restrictions. Thought it was very worthwhile. "
Jamie Kim Wellesley College
"I gained important life perspectives! Learned a lot about myself and what I want from life. Really enjoyed meeting and making connections with people all around the world. Definitely worthwhile."
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"I connected with Wellesley students, which was great"
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"I gained so much more Italian knowledge than I ever expected to learn. I am really exceptionally bad at learning languages but being immersed in it really did help! "
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"I gained so many things--an introduction to a new culture, how to deal with language acquisition, and yes it was definitely worthwhile. "
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"From this program I gained a great sense of autonomy and empowerment in my abilities to be independent. I learned a lot about myself and my personal habits/preferences outside of my life back at home. I also learned the necessity to find a balance work and play, which sounds cliche but is true. With that new sense of independenc..."
Frances Kayser Wellesley College
"I learned how I behave as a student and as a Roomate. I learned about other cultures and classes I enjoy. It was all very worthwhile as I feel like I am coming into the next semester well prepared and that I know myself better! "
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"My experience abroad allowed me to gain an international lens and wider perspective on all issues. The experience of living with a host family was invaluable and the cultural and language immersion was key to my success, growth, and enjoyment during my time. "
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"I gained a perspective into independent study and graduate school for my major."
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"My experience abroad was definitely worthwhile overall. I learned how to navigate public transport independently in a language other than English. I gained proficiency in carrying out basic conversations in German and accomplishing everyday tasks, like buying groceries or ordering food at restaurants. And I think the most import..."
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"I learned a lot about navigating a foreign country and exploring different towns. It was definitely worthwhile. "
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"many friends! i had the best time, it was absolutely worthwhile"
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"I learned how to chart my own course and do what made me happy, even if I had to do it alone which I think was a valuable thing to learn."
milk123 Wellesley College
"How to bike in a major city (that was also made for biking as commute). How to cook for myself and ration groceries and money. So worthwhile, I highly recommend doing your research bout what its like to live as a student and best tips on living as a student in Copenhagen and then signing up because it is an AMAZING experience "
Barbara Dolan Wellesley College
"I learned how to navigate a foreign country alone, which is very worthwhile"
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"I definitely think that taking time to study in a different country and be surrounded by people who have been raised very differently from you have was a worthwhile experience. Not only was I able to take in more of the world by traveling, but also by learning about my friend's backgrounds and their lives."
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"I gained a really deep understanding of Greece and saw some of the most beautiful places I've ever seen. I went wanting to learn how to become independent and to some degree I gained that but I would say that the bond I formed with my Wellesley group and with professors was definitely a highlight. I gained really good understand..."
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"I gained new insights into the depth/breadth of the math world and how I may fit into it. I also gained a lot of independence while abroad, as it was my first time living in my own apartment. While the experience had its ups and downs, it was incredibly worthwhile! I gained a lot of new friends and learned a lot of new math that..."
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