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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 had an amazing experience studying abroad in London. I met a lot of new people, traveled to a lot of new places, and learned a lot of new things. London is the perfect place to study abroad; there are countless opportunities to explore the city and it's location is optimal for traveling to different countries in the UK and in ..."
A student Wellesley College
"My time abroad taught me that I can do anything. Between international and cross-continental travel, navigating new cities in a foreign language, making myself at home in a different culture, and immersing myself in a dynamic experience, I learned I am able to adapt to anything. Studying abroad gave me so much self-confidence, a..."
Amy J Wellesley College
"Meeting people from around the world, independent living in a global city, exposure to local customs and traditions. Definitely worthwhile!"
Kathryn L Wellesley College
"flexibility, spontaneity, independence, trip-planning, navigating social situations in a second language"
Amelia A Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about health systems and research methods. "
A student Wellesley College
"I gained an incredible amount of insight into myself and into the society in which I was studying. I learned to enjoy moments, explore, and be flexible. My experience was absolutely worthwhile."
A student Wellesley College
"Lots of language learned, how to be assertive, confidence in social situations."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned about interacting with cultures very different from my own. I also learned that working with the ocean is absolutely something I want to do with the rest of my life."
Emma S Wellesley College
"I learned more about myself than I did academically. I learned a lot of personal and life skills that definitely made the experience worth it overall, but there were times when I definitely struggled."
A student Wellesley College
"Although I did not particularly like the academic system in the UK, I had an amazing experience living in London and getting the chance to visit other European countries! It was one of the best experiences of my life, and I am so glad that I chose to study abroad here."
A student Wellesley College
"I definitely believe my study abroad experience was worthwhile. When I was initially searching for a program, I knew I wanted to challenge myself and really learn about a topic I am passionate about. I think IHP really enriched my understanding of the world and people and I cannot imagine myself in the future doing something unr..."
A student Wellesley College
"Got to learn in a very different environment from home and make lots of friends"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned so much about myself, humanity, and of course theatre as a whole."
A student Wellesley College
"Not only did I dramatically improve my Italian language skills and thoroughly enjoyed all of my courses, I learned how to be more independent. It is a great feeling to have gained ownership of and become comfortable in a place that you had barely known three months previously. "
A student Wellesley College
"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."
A student Wellesley College
"Yes."
Gracie L Wellesley College
"I learned more about myself: what I like and dislike and what new things I want to try."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot about independence, self-motivation, and how to get experiences that are not necessarily academic out of an academically based situation."
A student Wellesley College
"Yes, see above. Much more comfortable living on my own, as an adult. I think it gave me insight to life after college."
A student Wellesley College
"American-Canadian exchange is underrated. I was able to learn a lot from my exchange, both academically as well as socially and culturally."
A student Wellesley College
"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..."
A student Wellesley College
"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."
A student Wellesley College
"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."
A student Wellesley College
"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
