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.
"Yes! I learned more about how to be independent, how to live in a city, and how to learn from and appreciate foreign cultures."
A student Middlebury College
"I think the cultural aspect was the most valuable. field studies and cultural courses are very helpful. I really enjoyed the lifestyle of sweden"
Shuyi L Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about living on my own and I became a lot more comfortable with travel. Very worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I am now very fluent in Portuguese, immersed myself in Brazilian culture. It was absolutely worthwile."
A student Middlebury College
"I think I learned a lot about independence and living on my own in addition to academic requirements. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"There needs to be a Middlebury program in Tel Aviv. Best city in world "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained an understanding of Icelandic culture and how it may influence their sustainability. I met a lot of Icelandic people as well as fellow American students that I learned a lot from. I loved exploring the diverse and beautiful natural places. I also thought the Arctic Circle conference was a very valuable experience"
Ella R Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of Chinese, met awesome people, and learned more about myself and the world. Very worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"Yes, I loved spending months in Prague, as the people are incredibly kind and interesting."
A student Middlebury College
"So worthwhile. Saw every country I wanted to!"
A student Middlebury College
"Lots of personal growth; many opportunities for professional exposure. The downside was the anthropology course were less research-based than most of my home institution."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned to be alone and even more self-reliant. More importantly, I learned how much I value and need social interaction."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned more about Taiwanese culture and history."
A student Middlebury College
"Overall it was a great experience. I was able to get an understanding of Swedish and Nordic culture and explore other parts of Europe during travelling breaks as well. "
A student Middlebury College
"Independance, a new language"
A student Middlebury College
"Improved conversational fluency, made friends and connectionism Taiwan. It was worth it. "
A student Middlebury College
"I improved my Russian some and learned about Kazakh culture. It was worthwhile but it could have been way better on a different program."
A student Middlebury College
"It was definitely worthwhile! I gained a lot of confidence in myself and really grew in my independence. "
A student Middlebury College
"Learned about many european cultures I had never experienced before."
A student Middlebury College
"Attending a large university in a city was an experience completely different from Middlebury which was great. Learning how to navigate a city and an entirely new country was very eye opening for me. I enjoyed getting better at little things like cooking or mastering the public transportation system."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a ton of information about the city of Prague as well as European culture, history, current events, etc. I got to see a lot of the continent and had amazing travel experiences. It was extremely worthwhile."
Hailey S Middlebury College
"So worthwhile. The shore component on Tahiti, Mo'orea, and Huahine, as well as our many port stops, allowed us to meet individuals and truly experience the place, particularly due to Dr. Josiane DiGiorgio, who was the most wonderful professor and lived on the island of Huahine. Furthermore, the opportunity to learn to sail an..."
A student Middlebury College
"It was honestly a life changing experience. To be able to live on my own in a foreign country was so cool and a huge change from American university. I loved being able to travel every weekend. I highly recommend that anyone who can go abroad, does. "
Chloe N Middlebury College
"Gained independence and perspective. Matured as an individual and learned about myself. Very worthwhile, not sure I could have matured in the same way at Middlebury."
Lucas L Middlebury College
"I learned so much and gained so many genuine, lifelong friends from all over the US. So worthwhile. I recommend to EVERYONE!"
Charlotte P Middlebury College
