Middlebury College
University Information
Each year more than 50% of the junior class at Middlebury studies abroad in more than 40 countries at more than 90 different programs and universities.
Mission Statement:
International Programs supports Middlebury’s mission to cultivate the intellectual, creative, physical, ethical, and social qualities essential for leadership in a rapidly changing global community. A student’s study abroad experience should be an integral and coherent part of his or her academic program at Middlebury, enhancing the on-campus curriculum and supporting a liberal arts education. To achieve these ends, Middlebury students study abroad on academically substantive programs that foster cultural and linguistic integration.
Middlebury Schools Abroad:
Middlebury has Schools Abroad at more than 40 universities in Argentina, Brazil, Cameroon, Chile, China, France, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Morocco, Russia, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Uruguay.
Externally-Sponsored (Non-Middlebury) Programs:
Each year a significant number of Middlebury students study abroad on externally-sponsored programs (programs other than Middlebury Schools Abroad) in countries such as Australia, Botswana, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Ghana, Greece, Ireland, Kenya, Madagascar, Mongolia, Nepal, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Peru, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and more!
Important Dates and Deadlines
Middlebury Students Study Abroad Deadline: FEBRUARY 1 (to study abroad the following fall, spring, or academic year)
Visit http://www.middlebury.edu/international/sa for more information.
"Learned how to be humble and blend in to a host country while engaging and keeping an open mind to make the most of each day. "
Alexander M Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about myself, and the other opportunities out in the world."
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"I made incredible, life-long friendships, learned about myself and my greater place in the world, and was able to travel to fourteen different countries during my time abroad."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live alone."
A student Middlebury College
"Absolutely worthwhile! I had wonderful teachers and classmates. I feel more confident in my own abilities to live independently. I learned about how best to learn a language, with constant practice and by listening to native speakers. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a real perspective on living abroad and living independently, and got the chance to travel around Europe from a storybook locale as home base. I'll never "
A student Middlebury College
"Incredible to be in London, truly electric city. Structure of program was odd, as international students are graded while LSE students are not. Final exam schedule becomes very messy with US internships. Very appealing if interest in staying long-term in London."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live in a true city and amongst a people that while similar to Americans are different in important ways. I will always appreciate the experience and the opportunity to live in London."
A student Middlebury College
"International exposure; mixed culture appreciation "
Zach F Middlebury College
"My favorite aspect of the program was the ability to experience a vastly different learning environment from Middlebury, in addition to immersion in the Scottish culture. It's truly a wonderful country."
Scott C Middlebury College
"Absolutely worthwhile. I gained a respect for language, religions, and people of which I was previously completely unaware; I made a lasting connection with a Nepali family, with whom I still remain close; through independent research, I began to understand the challenges of Nepal's current food structure. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned to be more adventurous and to take advantage of everything offered to me. "
Anne E Middlebury College
"I think it was definitely worthwhile. I really enjoyed experiencing a new culture and a new education system. I especially appreciated being able to travel frequently and see alot of Europe as well. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned about independence, Danish culture and the joy of riding a bike."
A student Middlebury College
"I'm becoming an engineer. It was worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I would like to spend more time abroad, just not in this program/country."
Joseph P Middlebury College
"Beers are cheaper abroad"
A student Middlebury College
"Of course it was worthwhile. Every experience I've had abroad (they're extensive!) has been worthwhile in it's own way. I learned to go with the flow, and trust that though my program isn't perfect, in the end I needed to be the one to make it meaningful for myself. That being said, given the opportunity to do it again, I would ..."
A student Middlebury College
"Gained incredible knowledge in econ / international history. Had the opportunity to explore a hip, international city in London and travel all across Europe. "
A student Middlebury College
"Definitely worthwhile. Language ability increased greatly"
A student Middlebury College
"A great cultural experience. Definitely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to be very independent, and how to work hard to immerse myself into a culture."
A student Middlebury College
"I built a strong work ethic. It is very rewarding to know I can handle lots of work, while still being able to have a good time. "
Eddie D Middlebury College
"Absolutely. You don't go to Oxford to fool around or make lots of friends. You go to study. There is nowhere better in the world to do that than Oxford."
hzc234 Middlebury College
"Definitely worthwhile. So special to have the opportunity to live and explore and begin to understand a culture that is so different yet beginning to resemble my own. I learned so much about Vietnam's history and culture, as well as a ton about modern society from host family and friends. I gained a personal relationship with th..."
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