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 a lot of independence and learned a lot about myself and what makes me happy. "
Ben E Middlebury College
"independence"
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"I gained a lot of personal growth and field experiences. It was hard but very beautiful to live in the rainforest for 3 months. Gained a very different academic experience than being in a classroom at middlebury. Very worthwhile."
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"I learned so much about the British/Scottish Culture as well as made many friendships with people from all over the world. I definitely think that my experience abroad has made me a more independent person. I am so eager to go back to visit Europe!"
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"It was very worthwhile. I learned that I wish I went abroad with no Middlebury students because I loved everyone but the Middlebury people! I also learned budgeting skills and how to be alone very far away from my family. I feel like I matured a ton."
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"More confidence"
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"I learned so much both academically and personally."
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"Yes it was worthwhile. I found what I value in life the most, saftey and stability."
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"Learned a lot about Scandinavian culture as well as Europe in general."
Sam R Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about different cultures and about how to navigate travel and live in a city. It was definitely worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about travelling via public transportation alone because my apartment was far away from my friends and from my classes."
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"I got out of my comfort zone"
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"It was super worthwhile. Learning about other cultures was cool and traveling was super fun."
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"I had a great time and I made lots of frirends"
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"I learned a lot about marine biology, and local culture. I really enjoyed the tight knit commitment, although it could be isolating at some points. "
Francesca B Middlebury College
"I learned how to manage money, make lasting friendships, take care of myself, etc."
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"Worthwhile. My ISP gave me many research connections. "
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"I gained a myriad of professional and social connections, which made this entire experience worthwhile. "
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"I gained independence and time management skills. It was worthwhile but not entirely new or foreign for me."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned an incredible amount of independence a broader understanding of the world and a new culture. I loved immersing myself in the city I was in. It was absolutely worthwhile and I wish I could do it again. "
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"Yes, it was worthwhile! I am super happy that I can speak in Nepali now. I also gained completely new perspectives on being an American in a foreign country, the drawbacks of development aid efforts, INGOs, etc. "
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"I learned how to be a more independent person. "
John M Middlebury College
"I learned how to live by myself, how to cook for myself, how to use public transportation."
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"I learned a lot about how to live on my own. For example: buying my own groceries, making meals, and figuring out how to occupy myself in my free time. "
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"It was extremely worthwhile. I have never been that engaged in history or politics, but being in Prague where such important history is so recent made me fall in love with it."
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