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 certainly learned a lot in my courses, though the most valuable takeaway was probably fluency in Italian, not so much the course material. That being said, I think the most valuable gain from the experience were the things I learned about myself, outside of the classroom. Perhaps its a cliche to say you "found yourself" while ..."
Arthur F Middlebury College
"improved my Spanish, learned how to spend money living in a city, navigating a city, safety"
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"It improved my writing. "
Rama S Middlebury College
"I had the opportunity to take pretty interesting classes but not be stressed about academics. There were plenty of travel breaks to go elsewhere in Europe. Copenhagen is a really fun and safe city, albeit very expensive. I met lots of new friends and had a great experience overall. "
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"I learned a lot about myself. I found it enthralling,."
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"I gained language and cultural knowledge that will stay with me for the rest of my life. I formed close bonds with other students."
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"It was very worthwhile and I learn a lot about myself and what I need to do to be confident "
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"Learning how to be independent and getting to experience another culture and language fully."
A student Middlebury College
"Able to immerse into a different culture"
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"Experience in a place where I didn't speak the same language and had to learn to be resourceful."
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"I learned a lot"
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"I learned and improved upon a lot of important academic skills, especially my ability to find, skim, and summarize a great number of essays for research projects"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to be independent and it was for sure worthwhile. But, I also learned I never want to live in a hostel. "
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"Just had a great time "
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"I gained a lot more confidence in myself both as a student and a person overall. I feel a lot more independent and self-reliant and feel comfortable living abroad. Yes worthwhile 100%"
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"A lot about people and different cultures/world views"
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"i became so independent and able to look after myself. "
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"Such a good experience to live in a city and travel"
A student Middlebury College
"living internationally; global perspective"
Samuel S Middlebury College
"Definitely worthwhile! I learned how to live outside of my comfort zone. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about myself and what I want out of life, not to mention that I gained more practical language skills and strengthened many friendships. "
A student Middlebury College
"a lot. yes it was worth it"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to talk about and research my field of study on a deeper, more independent level."
Haeun P Middlebury College
"More knowledge for/appreciation of traditional Scottish culture. Better understanding of UK society including emphasis on social class and general political viewpoints. "
A student Middlebury College
"Yes it was worthwhile. I gained friends and learned a lot of spanish."
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