Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Montevideo
- Hosted at: Universidad ORT Uruguay
- Location(s): Montevideo, Uruguay
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Intensive Language
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Designed for students with advanced Spanish language proficiency, the Middlebury School in Uruguay offers a fully immersive academic and cultural experience in one of South America's most welcoming and intellectually vibrant capitals. Students enr... read more
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I made amazing connections with people. I also learnt a lot about architectural design (including hard skills such as software use). It was so worth it. Ashley H - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I improved my spanish and became a more independent person. The cultural immersion made me more open-minded and able to try new things. A student - Bates College View Entire Review
That I am very financially unstable and I should be in contact with Student Financial Services A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
My Spanish skills vastly improved, and I think I became less bothered by embarrassing myself in public, which happened often when speaking a second language. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Wonderful friends, a second home abroad, lovely experiences in Montevideo and around Uruguay. clara b - Macalester College View Entire Review
I gained a lot of experience living alone/figuring out things by myself and living at a different pace of life A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned how to become a part of another culture, even when I clearly to not look like the locals. I learned how to be independent in a city, and improve my Spanish. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I gained a sense of independence, a better world perspective, and a lot of good memories. It was definitely worthwhile, and I want to go back. Hubert Ford - Amherst College View Entire Review
it was worthwhile, gained independence skills and language skills A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
How to live in a new culture and create bonds in a foreign language. It was definitely worthwhile. Melisa Topic - Middlebury College View Entire Review
It was most definitely worthwhile. I improved so much with my Spanish language skills and I learned so much about another culture and people and got to live with an amazing family who helped me to integrate into life in Uruguay. Cassidy Martin - Bates College View Entire Review
I think I gained a pretty thick skin, knowledge of Spanish, knowledge of Rioplatense culture, among other things. Worthwhile, overall. Jackson Paul - Middlebury College View Entire Review
The most valuable thing I learned from this semester is that education is not only for young people. This might sound naive but I had never met anyone who took classes while working before this semester and it was great to be in the same classes as those who've already had work experiences. They had a lot to offer in the class l... A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I gained intimate relationships, friendships, professional development via two different internships, integration into the city, and a profound love for Uruguay and its people. It was more than worthwhile and I can't wait to return. Abigail J - Tufts University View Entire Review
Friendships and understandings of different cultures A student - Tufts University View Entire Review
I am so grateful that I got to study in Uruguay because it is a truly hidden gem and I gained a lot from being completly immersed in the language and culture. I was independent but had support if/when I needed it which helped me grow and better understand the world and myself. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Yes it was worthwhile. i gained confidence and better Spanish skills and independence. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
So much about South American culture and the spanish language. It was more than worthwhile. John F - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned about a new culture and was able to experience a different lifestyle from a different continent and gained a new unique perspective on Latin culture. I would say it was very much worthwhile! A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Better Spanish, increased cultural understanding, new political insight, independence Elijah Willig - Middlebury College View Entire Review
The biggest thing I gained was fluency, I can quite confidently now describe myself as bilingual. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I gained new skill sets, friends, and confidence in my language abilities. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Yes, it was definitely a worthwhile experience. I think most of all it's just learning to be okay in uncomfortable situations, and perhaps even more than that, expanding the scope of my comfortability so that I'm more comfortable in situations in the future than I would be if I never pushed myself out of my original comfort zone... Ellie Carr - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I grew substantially in my Spanish abilities and my confidence using them. I also came to better understand aspects of myself as a person and how I react to some types of difficult situations. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
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Designed for students with advanced Spanish language proficiency, the Middlebury School in Uruguay offers a fully immersive academic and cultural experience in one of South America's most welcoming and intellectually vibrant capitals. Students enroll directly in courses alongside Uruguayan peers at one of Middlebury's three partner institutions, the Universidad Católica del Uruguay, the Universidad de la República, or Universidad ORT Uruguay, choosing from a wide range of disciplines taught entirely in Spanish. Guided by the Middlebury Language Pledge, participants deepen their language skills through meaningful engagement with local classmates, host families, and the broader community.
Uruguay is widely recognized for its strong democratic traditions, commitment to social equity, and rich cultural heritage. Its capital, Montevideo, is home to nearly half of the country's population and offers an ideal balance of urban life and relaxed coastal living. Situated along the Río de la Plata, the city combines historic architecture, lively public spaces, beautiful beaches, and a thriving arts and music scene with a welcoming atmosphere that encourages authentic cultural exchange. Montevideo's vibrant neighborhoods, cafés, bookstores, theaters, and markets provide countless opportunities to practice Spanish while experiencing everyday life in Uruguay.
With relatively few U.S. study abroad students, Montevideo offers an especially authentic immersion experience. The city's approachable scale, strong university culture, and distinctive blend of European and Afro-Uruguayan influences create an exceptional environment for developing advanced language proficiency while gaining a deeper understanding of Uruguay's history, society, and place within Latin America.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadIntensive Language
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
Language Requirement(s):
- Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Architecture
- Latin American Studies
- Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
- Education
- Engineering
- Linguistics
- Spanish Language, Literature
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Economics
- International Relations
- Political Science and Government
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Dance
- Drama, Theater, Theatre Arts
- Film, Video, Photographic Arts
- Fine Arts, Studio Arts
- Music
- Business
- History
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation
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