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.
"Very worthwhile. Learned so much about the local culture, a highlight were definitely the Māori/Indigenous studies language and cultural courses that I took. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was definitely worthwhile, being abroad and learning to be fully independent in a big foreign city was honestly such a good time, and going with friends made that easier as well. I also really liked how easy it was for us to travel around to other European countries and fully experience most of Europe."
A student Middlebury College
"One of my biggest takeaways is knowing I can live independently in a city. I made so many great friends while abroad and am hoping to stay in touch."
A student Middlebury College
"Improved writing and time management skills, (finally) learned to balance course work with friends and activities."
A student Middlebury College
"being abroad taught me to value my time and how I spend it. It taught me a lot of life skills that I don't think I would have learned otherwise. Overall it was a very worthwhile experience. "
student1 Middlebury College
"I gained an incredible amount from this experience. Among them: -Fantastic experiences in ecological methods that prepare me for a future career -The opportunity to see a myriad of ecosystems and wildlife across the country -Significant growth in Spanish ability -Ecuadorian connections in my professional sphere -Lifelong fr..."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live on my own in a big city. I learned to trust myself/my judgements. I made great friends and visited so many cool parts of the city/country. Definitely worthwhile!"
A student Middlebury College
"I experienced other cultures and other ways of life. I was able to learn about the public health system in other countries and compare across countries"
A student Middlebury College
"This was extremely worthwhile and boosted my independence and self-efficacy. I loved the city, enjoyed traveling and valued all of my new experiences. It was a really fun semester. "
icedoatmilklatte Middlebury College
"My experience abroad was definitely worth while. I gained a lot of independence and cultural insight."
Alexa B Middlebury College
"My language skills improved a lot. I think it was definitely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"Lots of travel and new insight into academics through the options of elective classes"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about Danish culture and how to live on my own. I became much more willing to say "yes" to new experiences with new people and would not have chosen any other study abroad program looking back at my time in Denmark"
A student Middlebury College
"This experience truly was life changing for me. I had a rough sophomore year because of physical health issues, and within a week of being there, I was the happiest I have ever been. I became much more outgoing and social, and I had much more excitement. I also loved being in a city after spending my first two years in a small c..."
A student Middlebury College
"Learned a lot about Europe and international relations"
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of independence with having to cook for myself, budget for the first time, and traveling without family. Additionally I lived in a major city for the first time which a new experience for me personally because I come from living outside a smaller city in the States. Overall it was so worth it! I would not change m..."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about perspective on what life is like outside of my small, rural liberal arts college, as well as how to live in an apartment on my own and plan my own schedule/navigate frequent travel. It was so worthwhile and I think it provides an invaluable opportunity to cheaply see Europe."
Charlotte L Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about soceity, people, and life outside of America"
Carson R Middlebury College
"I gained important life skills that have made me more independent, such as meal planning and making lots of new friends in a new place."
Charlie D Middlebury College
"So worth it. I learned so much about myself and my community, and am so grateful for the experiences I had and people I met."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of cs stuff. Also got to meet alot of people"
Manuel F Middlebury College
"I have a lot of stories now with a lot of incredible people, in an incredible place, at an incredible time. Worthwhile absolutely."
Iain A Middlebury College
"Yes. Learned about cultural differences and lots and lots of Chinese characters. Of course it was worthwhile, what kind of question is that? "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained language skills (surprisingly, mostly in the area of reading comprehension). I gained adaptability, a greater understanding of Taiwanese culture, a stronger sense of cultural relativity, and new friends."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of friends from a variety of backgrounds. I think my education at my home institution is better, but ti was an interesting experience."
Edwin F Middlebury College
