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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.
"Completely worthwhile. I came not believing I would really learn the language, and was scared of living and learning with Italian students. Those aspects of the program that scared me most ended up being he best part. I explored a culture, stuck through the uncomfortable part (out of necessity) and earned so much for it."
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"Yes."
Gracie L Wellesley College
"I learned more about myself: what I like and dislike and what new things I want to try."
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"I learned a lot about independence, self-motivation, and how to get experiences that are not necessarily academic out of an academically based situation."
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"Yes, see above. Much more comfortable living on my own, as an adult. I think it gave me insight to life after college."
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"American-Canadian exchange is underrated. I was able to learn a lot from my exchange, both academically as well as socially and culturally."
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"The main thing I learned is Italian. There is no better or faster way to learn a language than living in the country in which it is spoken and in the process I learned about a different culture. The tempo, people, and way of life is so different in Italy than from the U.S.. I really see myself living here in the future. The prog..."
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"Independence, self-confidence, appreciation for other cultures"
Sarah M Wellesley College
"It was amazing! I learned a lot if cultural things and it was most certainly worthwhile."
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"This trip was an interesting experience as I was able to participate in adventures I most likely would not have under other circumstances. I learned a lot about people and other countries from the many people I encountered and lived with."
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"I learned a lot about myself by being abroad. Though I'd been to Europe before, living here was a different experience. I got to live independently, fend for myself, and make friends from many different places. Traveling was definitely a highlight and I got to go to Sweden, Russia, Czech Republic, Scotland, Austria, Hungary, and..."
Kelly C Wellesley College
"Everything! I grew and changed so incredibly much, yet I have no words to describe it. It was absolutely worthwhile. "
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"Initially I thought that this would be a difficult experience because I was abroad on an extremely tight budget. However this is one of the best things that could have happened because it forced me to find different ways to become a part of the city. Going to museum, concerts, local parks, hiking, living with a spanish speaking ..."
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"I would never change my time abroad. I learned about a new culture and about myself. Being able to live in a foreign country teaches you a lot about yourself and managing yourself. Above all, the cultural experience and immersion we received was unique, rich, and multidimensional."
Eileen R Wellesley College
"I learned some independence, to respect the privileges we are given, and how to just enjoy the world around me. It was definitely worthwhile."
Ashtyn C Wellesley College
"i believed this was a very worthwhile experience. Going abroad gives a lot of perspective about the world around you. You will meet so many new people and those interactions will help you grow as a person. "
Avanti P Wellesley College
"I learned that I'm not very good at languages and feel uncomfortable when I don't know what's going on around me. But I did learn that I could get through it."
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"I think I gained a greater sense of independence and self confidence in myself and what I am capable of. It was definitely a worthwhile experience."
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"Learned field research skills, discovered that I love working on a research vessel, learned navigation and sailing skills, found that I enjoy living in close quarters in a small community, and learned about the science and policy behind marine conservation in the most hands-on way possible. "
Helena M Wellesley College
"Worthwhile for sure. I learned how to cook, how to roll a joint, how to chill out, and how to travel. What more could you ask for?"
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"I became more independent, established a joy to life encouraged by the French lifestyle. "
A student Wellesley College
"I really enjoyed travelling the most and living in a city. It was definitely worthwhile for the life experience."
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"It was absolutely worthwhile - I feel like I'm a much more competent and confidant person for having studied abroad. "
A student Wellesley College
"A cultural learning experience that I can pull on in many different ways, new international friends that I will remain in touch with, a new perspective on learning, government and our economic system. I definitely think my experience was worthwhile and would highly recommend other students participate in the same program."
Rianna A Wellesley College
"In addition to language skills, I feel that I've gained so much confidence. I had to do so many things (find an apartment, make a budget) which I'd never had to do before."
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