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.
"interact with not only chinese people, but people from all over the world!"
Allan Middlebury College
"I have the ability to deal with a lot and make tough decisions. I think it was worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"comfort in unfamiliar situations communication skills ability to live well with others going with the flow learning to get the most out of every experience"
A student Middlebury College
"It was very worthwhile. I had incredible experiences traveling around Australia and learned a lot about sustainability, environmental action, Aboriginal culture, conducting research, and more."
A student Middlebury College
"Worthwhile because it rekindled my love of America by making me experience a different country."
A student Middlebury College
"I loved being able to live in a new city and it comes at a great time to get away from the “smallness” of Middlebury"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to communicate and advocate for myself when in tricky living situations and how to navigate a university with minimal assistance. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained experience living in a rural environment and I got the chance to live a much more balanced lifestyle than I do at college."
A student Middlebury College
"This time abroad was definitely worthwhile. I gained independence, experience navigating a bustling city, and the ability to connect with people from across the globe. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about Danish culture, and in turn, about American culture and their differences. The experience was certainly worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"It was definitely worthwhile, but very expensive "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned more about living as an independent person, especially living in a small city; there was an emphasis on exploration and discovery that I often had to do while on my own. While there were ups and downs, the experience was definitely worth while. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was really challenging in the beginning but working through it was really good for me. Saw the same experience in friends"
A student Middlebury College
"It was definitely worthwhile. "
Monique Santoso Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile. I learnt about forgiveness and peacebuilding efforts. I became more independent. I got to talk to people about the things I was learning about."
A student Middlebury College
"Absolutely worthwhile. I learned a lot about Danish culture and I look forward to returning one day. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile overall. I learned about the challenges of living in a new place and the value of speaking the language. "
A student Middlebury College
"The language pledge was challenging but incredibly rewarding. Because every moment of the day was lived in Chinese, every moment of the day was a chance to learn and grow. Since being back, I still think about my time in China almost every day. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of self confidence, personal awareness, knowledge about what I have to do and what I'm willing to do to stay fit and healthy, and a general idea of what I may want to do with my life. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to adapt to a new living environment; I learned how to cope to uncomfortable situations in a new language; I experienced a beautiful country in which people live, eat, and interact in different manners than I was used to. I made connections with people that I would never have met without this program, especially my..."
A student Middlebury College
"Language skills, cultural immersion -- very worthwhile! "
A student Middlebury College
"I was able to improve my professional, academic Chinese while maintaining my colloquial Chinese."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to get along with people and navigate differences, I learned the power of perseverance in very difficult courses and in forging friendships, and I believe for these two reasons the experience was worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about my culture and how the world looks at things in the East. It was worth seeing the other side of arguments."
A student Middlebury College
"I got a rare experience of not being stressed out all the time. In addition I gained a lot from my indigenous studies course. I also got really involved in the outdoors club and experienced new outdoor activities that I will continue to do forever."
A student Middlebury College
