Middlebury Schools Abroad
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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
"I learned what its like to be uncomfortable a lot of the time and I learned what it feels like to finally be comfortable in a place where you were once very uncomfortable. I learned how to be alone in a place where I didn't know a lot of people and didn't speak the language. I learned how to think and speak in another language. ..."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to truly take care of myself, and how to thrive out of discomfort. It was absolutely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"Academic and personal independence. So worthwhile. "
Minori Fryer Middlebury College
"I learned Chinese, a lot about Chinese politics and society, and how to live successfully in a foreign city. I gained a lot. It was worthwhile, but I wish I put myself out there more."
Nathan Rose Middlebury College
"My French got significantly better."
Emily Dorsey Harvey Mudd College
"I gained a lot of experience in terms of navigating an unfamiliar space, specially because the school did not provide a lot of outings and events for us. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile because now I absolutely feel fluent in Italian and am proud of myself for living in a different country alone and feel more mature after returning."
A student Sarah Lawrence College
"I perfectioned my Spanish speaking skills"
A student Middlebury College
"Language skills, cultural experience, new perspective"
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a tremendous amount of knowledge from the tutorials I took, great choral music experience, and an appreciation of necking pints at the pub. So yeah, worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was totally worthwhile! I gained exposure to a new culture and different ways of doing things, which was extremely exciting. I also gained so much confidence. Finally, more than 10 year later, it's shaped so much of what I've done- living and working in Argentina and Uruguay for 5 years, walking Saint James' Way (definitely..."
A student Middlebury College
"I integrated and associated with Jordanian and Arab culture in new and profound ways. Although this was difficult as a female, it was also enlightening and worthwhile."
Cassandra Middlebury College
"Definitely improved my language skills, but didn't get to know many Spaniards other than my host family."
A student Middlebury College
"Yes, I've learned a lot about my own process but also got a glimpse at what being an academic would look like."
A student Middlebury College
"Learning about Japan, the good and the bad was super worthwhile. Exploring nature in Japan and learning about how Japan does food was super fun. Even small interactions had a lot to teach on how different the world can be. The most important lesson I learned however was how to live there. That is to say, Tokyo and most Japanese ..."
A student Middlebury College
"I would say more confidence to speak in English. I was very timid in Spanish due to my language ability."
A student Middlebury College
"I feel that I learned a lot, I got to live in a foreign country on my own, I got to travel, I met a lot of different people. It was worthwhile, though I wonder if it would have been better to only do a semester instead of two since the second felt very repetitive."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a greater understanding of French culture, the language, and way of life. It was absolutely worthwhile--this was definitely the most formative academic year for me."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of appreciation for what is means to be a part of a different culture, the differences and similarities inherent in such a shift. It was absolutely worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"language, cultural understanding "
A student Middlebury College
"An understanding and appreciation of the country, culture, context, history and language"
A student Converse College
"Culture shapes people, but cross cultural dialogue is always possible. "
Daniel Buchman Middlebury College
"Yes, it was so worthwhile. I can't wait to go back. Paris taught me to love learning, fiercely discuss and debate ideas, and take life a little less seriously. "
A student Middlebury College
"I refined my interests and discovered many new passions to carry with me for life."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of Spanish. I lived on my own basically for the first time, so I now feel like I have practice in that. I experienced living in a foreign country and language, with all its challenges, surprises, highs and lows. "
A student Middlebury College
