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 some great friends, some sick calves from hiking all over the South Island, and a ridiculous amount of fun facts about the Resource Management Act of 1991"
Caitlin DiCara Middlebury College
"Besides the language improvement and cultural awareness I learned a lot about self care and what I need in order to feel healthy. This experience was definitely worthwhile !"
A student Middlebury College
"Exposed to marine science classes which I loved! Got to travel"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about being in a new place by myself. I really enjoyed the chance to travel around Scotland and Europe as well. "
A student Middlebury College
"learned to be self-sufficient, learned to budget, to be in unfamiiar locaiton"
A student Middlebury College
"It was an incredible time, mostly for the people and the friendships. By the end of the program, I already felt at home. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about French culture, food and wine, living semi-independently, and a lot about myself. I love to travel and was able to visit a lot of other cities in Europe as well."
Ivy Yang Middlebury College
"I gained language skills and it was worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"international exposure, independence, and new perspective. Definitely worth it"
A student Middlebury College
"Intercultural skills"
A Student Middlebury College
"Learned about how societies outside my own function, and improved my Spanish. Worthwhile"
A Student Middlebury College
"i learned how to live on my own and navigate every day issues important to living on your on. It was worth it."
A student Middlebury College
"My abroad experience was one that I'll fondly remember for my entire life. I learned that I could be comfortable living in not only a large city, but a large city in a foreign country. Stockholm was one of the most beuatiful cities I've seen, both visually and culturally, and I hope I can one day live there as an adult."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned I loved to travel and I learned to be more independent and confident"
A student Middlebury College
"Yes, I improved in my French proficiency "
A student Middlebury College
"language, new lifestyle"
A student Middlebury College
"My French improved, I made new friends, and experienced another educational system. I learned a lot about how I learn and problem-solve. "
A student Middlebury College
"cultural differences, us/china relations, human nature"
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a wonderful host family and dialect and knowledge of culture"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned French. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live independently in a foreign country"
Caitlin Magruder Middlebury College
"I learned how to be alone, cook, clean, travel, use public transportation and generally navigate for myself "
A student Middlebury College
"Very worthwhile, learned a lot about Korea, really enjoyed my time"
A student Middlebury College
"My experience abroad was extremely worthwhile. Although it was a tough decision to make for financial reasons I am extremely glad I went abroad. The opportunity to live a full year in a foreign country while still receiving a top-notch education was incredible. Truly one of the best years of my life."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained knowledge about the world and culture. I learned a lot about myself as well."
A student Middlebury College
