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.
"Travel experience, making new friends, understanding/accepting new cultures."
A student Middlebury College
"Language skills, confidence. It was worth it"
A student Middlebury College
"The experience was more than worthwhile, it was one of the best years of my life. I gained lifelong friends, a much better grasp of the Italian language, and to a large extent, the notion that I want and would be capable to live a portion of my life in Italy."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how other countries were experienced by locals as opposed to just tourists. It made me excited to continue traveling and return to Copenhagen one day."
A student Middlebury College
"It was very worthwhile, I learned a more beautiful way of life and a lot of how I build and maintain relationships. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was extremely worthwhile. I matured in some aspects, found ways to cope with difficult emotions and situations, and learned a heck of a lot about Sweden and Swedish culture/history."
A student Middlebury College
"Great leaps in my language ability and confidence. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of spanish so the program was worth it but I wish I had done the program in another location where there was more support"
A student Middlebury College
"How to exist abroad and learn."
Jack S Middlebury College
"I enjoyed having access to resources on more niche topics/class that liberal arts schools like Middlebury don't often offer. Students have the chance to really take responsibility for their interests and education and take advantage of the resources and connections with the academic community at MIIS."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to navigate city life and how to communicate even if I didn't understand everything that was being said to me. "
Grace M Middlebury College
"My time in Amman was an incredible semester. I improved so much in my Arabic and had an incredible time exploring the region. "
A student Middlebury College
"I feel as though I learned a lot while not being overwhelmed with school work, which gave me the time to travel and experience both the local and international cultures. I also made some incredible, lifelong friends from universities all across the U.S. "
Lydia E Middlebury College
"It was so worthwhile. I gained a lot of independence, confidence, and experience. I also improved greatly in my language skills. "
A student Middlebury College
"France is a misogynistic country. French people are rude and arrogant. Their education is something I don't wish upon my worst enemy. Food is pretty good"
A student Middlebury College
"It was very worthwhile and went to great lengths to develop my independence as a person"
Jack M Middlebury College
"I gained a cultural context to pair with my learning of the language. Yes, it was worth it. "
A student Middlebury College
"language, culture, a lot about a new part of the world"
A student Middlebury College
"Technical ability."
A student Middlebury College
"Gained independence and a global perspective "
Jacob S Middlebury College
"I wish I had studied abroad for an entire year. I loved learning about life in Madrid, and by the end of the semester feeling like I belonged there. You also learn so much about how you live independently. "
A student Middlebury College
"My French improved. I became more independent"
Hunter F Middlebury College
"I made strides in my self-discovery and independence, first and foremost. I also radically improved my proficiency in Spanish. I learned to accept vulnerability in speaking a language imperfectly among locals, I learned how to navigate life in a big city, and how to organize my time in a way that made me happy when I had no su..."
A student Middlebury College
"It was absolutely worthwhile! For starters I learned Italian. I also learned to make human connections when conditions for sociability are imperfect (language and timing), I learned to live almost entirely independently and manage my budget and time. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned about different cultures, met incredible people, and got to see different parts of the world. It was 100% worthwhile and I would highly recommend that anyone who has the chance to participate does."
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