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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.
"Best takeaway was learning how to make friends with people both at Trinity and also when travelling and staying in hostels."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to operate in situations in which I was unsure if myself and my skills. It gave me confidence to attack problems head on despite having limited understanding of the language."
A student Wellesley College
"I got a sense of confidence and a good sense of self while I was abroad. I realized that I'm tougher than I give myself credit for, and that I know more than what I gave myself credit for. I was able to reevaluate myself and what I was studying in a different setting and more than the just the courses themselves, I was able to r..."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned how to adapt to a new learning and cultural environment. "
A student Wellesley College
"It sounds very cliche, but I definitely gained independence from this study abroad trip. Going into it I was excited but also very worried that I would feel lonely, being many miles away from my family and really anyone that I knew. I learned that it wasn't as hard as I thought it was going to be to make friends and put myself o..."
Maura Sticco-Ivins Wellesley College
"I gained valuable insight into other cultures, which was very worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"Living in a city was certainly a challenge but it taught me how to be more independent and take advantage of my environment. London is a great city and there was always more to do each day. Traveling around Europe and learning about distinctiveness of each city was the highlight of my experience and London is in a very central l..."
A student Wellesley College
"My host family will be lifetime friends of mine, I made new Wellesley and Smith friends, my Spanish improved immensely, and I got to spend four months in one of the most beautiful and ancient European cities. The program and university did have its flaws, but not enough to make me regret this experience in any way. I learned to ..."
A student Wellesley College
"I think it was worthwhile. I learned more about how I handle stress and unfamiliar challenges, and how your environment definitely affects how you perform in certain areas both academically and personally. "
A student Wellesley College
"Definitely worthwhile to study abroad. Got to travel, new people, new experiences. I had a good experience. It was fun to live as an adult in a different country and make a home for myself there. Helped to improve my Spanish, learned about a foreign country. I don't think I learned anything specifically new, but is was a chance ..."
Catharine Hemp Wellesley College
"I learned more French, got to travel a lot, see new places and cultures, and experienced incredible things; it was definitely worthwhile. "
Claire Devlin Wellesley College
"The world is a beautiful place. I learned a lot about geography. I met people from countries I did not know they exist. I learned a lot about different cultures and learned about social issues that affect other parts of the world. I am now more aware of the role that the United States plays in the world and how the decisions tha..."
Monica Naranjo Wellesley College
"My ability in the language improved a lot, and I was able to get most of my points across. "
A student Wellesley College
"I saw how other countries function differently from the US, and how social norms differ by country. I got to travel to many countries and meet people from all over the world. From being away for a semester, I also came to appreciate Wellesley and the people at Wellesley more."
Angel Kuo Wellesley College
"It was undoubtedly worthwhile! For one, I learned how to live on a budget. "
Jabree Ellis Wellesley College
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A student Wellesley College
"The program experience was good, although the academic portion was different what I had imagined, not all the classes I took went the way I expected them to."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned so much about Spanish and European culture, and even a little about Moroccan culture. I also learned some things about myself and about Wellesley. I have seen a society that is able to function without constant stress, I knew it existed, and I hope to emulate it, but I know it will be even more difficult for my Wellesl..."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned about South Africa's histories of colonialism, apartheid, and the liberation struggle. I had difficult, complex conversations about race, identity, privilege, and history with the other American students on the program. I reflected on current events in Cape Town and South Africa, and related them back to the United Sta..."
A student Wellesley College
"America's has a heavy influence in the international sphere, but its economy is not the most flourishing, and in my opinion can learn from the welfare state models of Europe English is really the international language Europe has a very rich culture - a lot of ingrained traditions Germany is leading the effort in sustainabi..."
A student Wellesley College
"I gained a bigger perspective on life and the world I thought I knew. I had never traveled outside the U.S. previous to this, and it really opened my eyes to how large the world really is. A very worthwhile experience. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned to be open minded when meeting and interacting with people who are very different from me. I learned about social enterprises and am inspired to continue in this field. I gained so much knowledge on different countries and cultures and lifestyles, as well as a set of new skills. "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained a new perspective and outlook along with new ways of connecting with people. My favorite aspect was how my relationship with time changed."
A student Wellesley College
"I got the chance to travel to a bunch of different cities in Europe (both through class and for fun). I also got the chance to attend and experience a different university and a new academic environment. "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained language experience and cultural awareness. Yes very worthwhile."
Abigail Howard Wellesley College
