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 Chile, The United Kingdom, United States, and Jordan.
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 so much about the health system in Chile and how to interact with patients there. I learned less about the history/culture than I had thought I would because I had to invest so much time in my classes. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was absolutely worthwhile and probably one of the most important experiences I'll have as an undergraduate and as a person. I have much more confidence after being in Buenos Aires for a semester because I had to push my comfort zone in order to adapt and thrive in this new setting with new people, and I learned a lot about my..."
A student Middlebury College
"I honed my language skills and acclimated to another culture; but I also understand more fully now of who I am and where I come from with this new reference point from abroad. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live on my own in a foreign country and I think that that is a very valuable experience."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot of French and history from my classes, but I also learned a lot of important life skills from being forced to adjust to a new culture, environment, and language. "
A student Amherst College
"I learned a lot more about being independent and gained a lot of empathy for people who live in a language that is not their native tongue. It's hard!"
A student Middlebury College
"Independence, more confidence in myself, improved spanish. Yes, it was worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a better understanding of Jordanian culture and the Arabic language."
A student Middlebury College
"My listening and writing skills definitely improved, as did my fluency when speaking. I appreciated the opportunity to live independently in a second language, but I just didn't feel the urge to integrate more with my peers. I didn't fall in love with Spain, and that's okay. I still love Spanish. "
A student Middlebury College
"While I didn't often feel culture shock, I learned how many of the daily things I take for granted are unique to my culture/community in the US. While life in Paris wasn't insanely different, all of the little difference add up fast. "
A student Middlebury College
"The independence made me take responsibility for every aspect of my daily life and work, which helped me understand what I really find important. It was worthwhile, not only because I felt like I got a taste of grad school, but because I met people who were willing to dive into conversations about the nature of life, art, and pu..."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a greater understanding of a new culture and improved my Spanish a lot. Definitely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned to become more adventurous and try things that I never in a million years thought I would do, as well as see the world from a new perspective. I also gained work experience through my Middlebury internships. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained an understanding of France's culture through the perspective of their radically different education system and I felt confident enough in my French abilities that I was able to spend the summer teaching French in a refugee center."
A student University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
"language facility and cultural perspective. hard to say"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned so much about French culture, language, and academics. I explored Paris all the time with friends from the program and felt like a true resident by the end of my stay there. Studying abroad really broadened my horizons and opened me up to new experiences!! "
Callison Kernick Pomona College
"I gained a lot from living and interacting with so many locals. The experience truly gave me the opportunity to immerse myself into Chilean culture and for that reason, I found it incredibly worthwhile. Not to mention, my Spanish improved immensely! "
A student Wesleyan University
"It was very enriching stepping out of the United States and experiencing how different countries live their lives. It was worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I fostered a new kind of focus and newfound in-depth academic exploration/excitement"
Hannah B University of San Francisco
"How to speak spanish better, was a good respite from middlebury. Definitely worthwhile to go abroad somewhere "
Olivia Collens Middlebury College
"i can live in a city. i can learn to use public transportation. i can spend time alone. i can deal with bureaucratic systems successfully. i can navigate tough situations. i can travel alone. i can render my experiences meaningful. "
A student Kenyon College
"I learned that travel is absolutely worthwhile, but I am better travelling short-term. I learned which things in America should be appreciated "
A student St. Norbert College
"I learned a lot about independence and how to manage being alone in an unfamiliar environment. My spanish improved immensely, and I learned that I am capable of building a life and community for myself anywhere in the world. "
A student Middlebury College
"Much travel experience, learning about myself (self-reflection), language skills"
A student Williams College
"My Italian improved and I learned how to adapt to new situations. It was definitely a worthwhile experience. "
A student Middlebury College
