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Middlebury Schools Abroad

https://www.middlebury.edu/study-abroad

Middlebury Schools Abroad is a program provider offering 32 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad and Intensive Language abroad programs in 18 countries such as Spain, Chile, The United Kingdom, and Germany.

Participants in the Middlebury C.V. Starr Schools Abroad don’t just study a language—they live it.

Many of our students major in disciplines other than foreign languages, yet all bring a level of proficiency that supports their commitment to language and cultural immersion. They sign and honor the Middlebury Language Pledge because they want the greatest possible challenge in a study abroad program and an authentic experience in every respect; academic, social, and even professional.

Participants take courses in most subjects, often with host country students, intern or engage in volunteer work, and live with a family or local students. Indeed, at every juncture of their time abroad, students have the chance to "live the language" and immerse themselves in the host culture.

Middlebury also offers intensive summer immersion programs in ten languages, as well as graduate programs in eight of these languages. For graduate studies, visit http://www.middlebury.edu/ls/grad_programs/ and for Language Schools, visit http://www.middlebury.edu/ls/.

Study Abroad with Middlebury Schools Abroad

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October 3, 2025
08/09/2022 Unique Challenges Of Life In A Foreign Country Leads To Unexpected Growth Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Madrid

"I made strides in my self-discovery and independence, first and foremost. I also radically improved my proficiency in Spanish. I learned to accept vulnerability in speaking a language imperfectly among locals, I learned how to navigate life in a big city, and how to organize my time in a way that made me happy when I had no su..."

Middlebury College
08/07/2022 Good For Arabic, Bad For Mental Health Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury In Amman

"My Arabic improved immensely simply from using it every day. In terms of Jordanian Colloquial Arabic, my knowledge went from zero to conversational proficiency. The experience was definitely worthwhile for some of the amazing travel experiences and memories with friends."

Middlebury College
08/04/2022 Rigorous But Fun Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Paris

"Independence, self advocacy, absolutely worth it "

Williams College
08/03/2022 Ups And Downs Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Mainz

"I learned a lot about the diversity of the world and my personal adaptability. I'm glad I went abroad. "

Middlebury College
07/30/2022 Amazing Experience Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Paris

"Sooo worthwhile I learned a lot about myself "

Middlebury College
07/29/2022 An Essential And Fun Way To Learn And Explore Another Part Of The World! Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Madrid

"My skills as a conversationalist in Spanish greatly improved, along with my general confidence in speaking the language. My internship was also, though tiring at times, super fun and beneficial to the advancement of my other major (Education Studies)."

Middlebury College
07/28/2022 Great Experience In Mainz Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Mainz

"I improved my written and oral German skills significantly. I also got to experience a new culture. I developed my independence further. It was definitely worthwhile."

Middlebury College
07/28/2022 A Silly And Studious Semester Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Paris

"My French developed far beyond what I imagined it could. I made life long relationships with my host family and with other students. It was 100% worthwhile. "

Middlebury College
07/27/2022 Writing Papers In Berlin: A Sojourn Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Berlin

"It was worthwhile for sure! I loved living in Berlin, it is an incredible city with many experiences to offer- there's really something for everyone here. I learned a lot in my classes and noticeably improved my German, which were after all my primary reasons for coming, so I'm by no means disappointed."

Middlebury College
07/26/2022 An Immersive French Experience Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Poitiers

"I certainly improved my French, which will be super useful, and I met some pretty cool people. I was also able to travel around a lot, which is really valuable to me. I learned that its really hard to study abroad as the only student in the program, and that really pushes you to immerse yourself in the experience, even if its re..."

Middlebury College
07/26/2022 Mi Buenos Aires Querido Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Buenos Aires

"I gained confidence in myself, learned to love exploring alone, and independence. "

Middlebury College
07/21/2022 Rigorous Arabic Program In An Exciting City Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury In Amman

"- drastically improved my Arabic - gained new perspective - learned about a new culture - was the most worthwhile part of my undergraduate "

Wellesley College
07/20/2022 Ekie! Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Yaoundé

"Language growth, personal growth, academic growth, cultural sensitivity "

Connecticut College
07/20/2022 I Was Happy To Explore Myself In A New Context! Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Paris

"My program helped me to stay focused on academics while using a foreign language. The language pledge forced me to develop vocabulary both in the academic and social milieu."

Connecticut College
07/20/2022 Life Abroad, Opening Your Mind To The World Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Florence

"I certainly learned a lot in my courses, though the most valuable takeaway was probably fluency in Italian, not so much the course material. That being said, I think the most valuable gain from the experience were the things I learned about myself, outside of the classroom. Perhaps its a cliche to say you "found yourself" while ..."

Middlebury College
07/19/2022 Eye Opening, Immersive Experience. Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Santiago

"improved my Spanish, learned how to spend money living in a city, navigating a city, safety"

Middlebury College
07/15/2022 Enriching Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Valparaiso

"I gained language and cultural knowledge that will stay with me for the rest of my life. I formed close bonds with other students."

Middlebury College
07/14/2022 Enjoyed Paris, Program Was Disappointing Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Paris

"Learning how to be independent and getting to experience another culture and language fully."

Middlebury College
07/13/2022 Small City Dweller To International Metropolitan Hub Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Paris

"I was able to learn actual French, and what I mean by that is that I was able to learn everyday French. In class, I only learned academic French—which makes sense, it is a university setting—but then on top of that, it was most reading and writing. So, alongside gaining new vocabulary, I greatly improved my oral comprehension an..."

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
07/12/2022 Hard Academics, Life Long American Friends, And Free Time. Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury – CMRS Oxford Humanities Program

"I learned how to be independent and it was for sure worthwhile. But, I also learned I never want to live in a hostel. "

Middlebury College
07/12/2022 Best Experience Of My Life Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Cordoba, Spain

"I gained a lot more confidence in myself both as a student and a person overall. I feel a lot more independent and self-reliant and feel comfortable living abroad. Yes worthwhile 100%"

Middlebury College