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 learned how to navigate in a non-westernized country and system on my own while also acclimating to the culture. It was a unique experience because I developed close relationships with local Moroccans that I never could have done without Middlebury's dedication to language study."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about Argentinian culture and language, and found the experience of both daily life out of the house and academics in Buenos Aires worthwhile. "
Clara B Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of language ability, insight into different education systems, how to live on my own. "
Lucy D Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of language skills, as well as cultural skills and competencies"
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"yes! "
Elizabeth D Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of independence and problem solving skills from being abroad!"
Aine P Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about the culture and the language, it was worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile. I gained much greater independence, improved my cooking skills, and generally learned how to navigate life in a huge city. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about my self and how I can function while independent. I learned about Dutch culture, and found myself immersed and loving a whole new place. This experience was so worthwhile and I hope to be able to return to Amsterdam someday. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained an appreciation for what it is like living in an entirely different location than my rural home college, and got the chance to do some amazing things and meet new people."
A student Middlebury College
"It was so worthwhile, I had a really genuine local experience and met so many cool people. I spent most of my time speaking in Spanish and hanging out with Chileans."
A student Middlebury College
"i gained a lot of self-confidence in myself and in my language abilities. "
Demetra E Middlebury College
"Absolutely worthwhile! I have never lived somewhere that ancient before, and felt such a sense of place."
A student Middlebury College
"I became more confident in my Spanish abilities and I feel prepared to live abroad in the future if I so choose."
A student Middlebury College
"Yes, it was worthwhile. I became more independent and got more real-life skills and became more adaptable. I also learned a lot about Spain and took in a lot of culture in Madrid and I feel like I got to know the city pretty well. I also got to travel to lots of cool places in Europe!"
A student Middlebury College
"100% worthwhile! My language skills improved, but I also grew so much on a personal level by pushing myself outside of my comfort zone and taking risks. This program has left me with much more confidence in myself and my capabilities on so many levels. "
A student Middlebury College
"became fluent in portuguese, disvover really good music, learn to dance."
A student Middlebury College
"I felt it was a worthwhile experience. My language ability greatly improved and I was able to gain valuable experience working with locals."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of practical things about living abroad and about Italian culture, but on a deeper level, I feel like I discovered a lot about myself and kind of found myself anew. It was more than worthwhile."
Mickey F Middlebury College
"What I gained is will be hard to summarize within sentences, but I can say that I understand Japan as a country, as a place where people live, better and through more perspectives. "
Haoze L Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of important life skills while abroad and had plenty of opportunities to push myself out of my comfort zone. I gained a lot of confidence in my adaptability when navigating living in the city. I learned how to use the public transportation system, which I always felt intimidated by before the experience. I also l..."
A student Middlebury College
"very worthwile"
Michael F Middlebury College
"This program could not have been more worthwhile. You hear stories of people telling you how much your language improves while living with it - but this experience was beyond my wildest expectations. "
A student Middlebury College
"This experience was extremely valuable! I learned so much - both technical knowledge about oceanography, sail mechanics, and life at sea, and also leadership, community living, and gratitude. Fantastic program! "
A student Middlebury College
"Learned a lot espiecally my love for Nepal!"
Caroline H Middlebury College
