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.
"I gained so much knowledge about Europe and European culture, and also learned a lot about myself and opened my eyes to the rest of the world! It was definitely worth while"
Lexi D Middlebury College
"So incredibly worthwhile. I gained insight into myself and my future studies all while interacting with a strange new culture. "
A student Middlebury College
"This was a very worthwhile experience. Though the campus was not in the ideal location, it was nice observing a different culture. "
Ethan R Middlebury College
"How to be more independant and self disciplined"
A student Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile, but I really would have liked a more immersive program"
A student Middlebury College
"Worthwhile in giving me a chance to experience a different culture and college before it really mattered."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned that traveling and experiencing other places in the world is a priceless experience that everyone should try and do and it helps one become educated beyond the classroom to have experiences such as these. "
A student Middlebury College
"100% worthwhile"
Charlie G Middlebury College
"New friends, experience living independently in a different culture. The university and academics were not what I expected or hoped for."
A student Middlebury College
"learned a ton about myself and the world"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned much about the cultural differences and similarities between the UK and the United States, as well as how to manage my money and travel on my own and much, much more."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a great deal of maturity and independence studying abroad, expanding my horizons and shaping my perspective. I would highly recommend living and learning in another country to anyone who has the opportunity to do so."
A student Middlebury College
"DO IT! IT IS SO WORTH IT "
Lindsey A Middlebury College
"There is no substitute for personal experience. The places you go, things you learn, and people you will meet will make it absolutely worthwhile. "
Student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live on my own in another country"
A student Middlebury College
"I think I learned to appreciate the resources I have at Middlebury a lot more. It was really good to get away from Middlebury, both the school and the city/town for a bit; I needed to spend some time away from it. I also met a flatmate who I still talk to every day so I am thankful that through some power + luck, I was placed in..."
A student Middlebury College
"Absolutely, can't even describe how much you will learn about yourself, your home college/university, and the US. Not to mention what you will learn about Senegal and the amazing people who live there."
A student Middlebury College
"It was so worthwhile. Do it. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was worth it and I learned a lot but I wish I had done a program, rather than direct enrolment in a university, where there was much less of a support system and the housing situation was not ideal"
A student Middlebury College
"Definitely worth while. I gained amazing new friends, an appreciation and understanding of Tanzanian culture, Swahili skills, and an amazing independent study project that I will most likely turn into a thesis. "
austin n Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about myself, as I had a lot of time to reflect on various components of American life in comparison to components of UK life."
Dustin L Middlebury College
"I learned to be independent in a way I never knew I needed or wanted to be."
A student Middlebury College
"Learned that life is expensive. Gained knowledge about how to be more independent. Worthwhile, but still very expensive. "
A student Middlebury College
"Talk with your fellow classmates about their art work and art-making process. The university made the point of reminding us that we are all rising professionals, and as such our opinions, thoughts, and dreams truly matter and will one day be a powerful force in moving the art world forward in our society. I learned just as much ..."
A student Middlebury College
""Have patience with everything unresolved in your heart and try to love the questions themselves ... Don't search for the answers, which could not be given to you now, because you would not be able to live them. And the point is, to live everything. Live the questions now. Perhaps then, someday far in the future, you wil..."
Hannah S Middlebury College
