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 skills related to being independent because I had to figure out many things on my own in a new country. I had to do this by asking people questions, etc. I had to learn to leave my comfort zone. Also, of course my Spanish improved."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained the experience of living and adjusting to an entirely new country and culture; and I was able to travel to so many places I never thought I would see"
A student Middlebury College
"Unbelievable memories I will cherish for a lifetime. It was the best time of my young life."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained so many new experiences and learned more about myself. It was definitely worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"I have a network of filmmakers to collaborate with and the experience I needed to come back and finish my thesis. "
A student Middlebury College
"i learned to write and organize thoughts, it was worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"Great language experience, culturla as well. Worthwhile without a doubt. "
A student Middlebury College
"I think my French skills did improve significantly- specifically my comprehension! I also felt very immersed and learned a lot about the culture and history."
A student Middlebury College
"The language, the culture, many good friends. Worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"My writing has vastly improved, as has my work ethic. I feel like I can write anything now. Also, I met my boyfriend while at Oxford and we’ve been together for over a year since [going extremely well :)]! "
Colin L Middlebury College
"Yes, was great experience"
A student Middlebury College
"Language skills and an immense appreciation of spanish culture. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about how to be independent and learn in a different style."
Akbarali A Middlebury College
"A big thing I learned while studying abroad was being by myself and being okay with that. I did a lot of solo traveling which made me become more independent and trusting in myself. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a great deal about the Greek language and culture and that Greece is so much more than its islands! "
A student Middlebury College
"Italian skills, travel skills, cultural experience and understanding "
Caleb C Middlebury College
"Nothing much. It was fun though so it was worth it to me."
Sanjay S Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about myself and who I am. You have to dig deep when you are thrown into a completely foreign environment for an extended period of time."
Noah L Middlebury College
"I learned how to be responsible for myself and manage my finances. I also learned how to make friends in a foreign country. It was worthwhile."
Charlie D Middlebury College
"Yes, I learned a great deal about literature and also the history of Oxford. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was a very lovely and meaningful experience."
A student Middlebury College
"Very worthwhile. Learned a lot about different cultures and got to travel to 9 countries. "
A student Middlebury College
"Gained many new friendships, internship experience, travel, and connection with host family. very worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"Going abroad was totally worthwhile. I learned so much that it is hard to synthesize in to one statement. It totally changed my perspective on life."
A student Middlebury College
"It was 100% worthwhile, I gained so many skills of how to be in the world that I will carry with me for a long time"
hannah e Middlebury College
