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 generally got more experience being part of academia in a larger-university context. I felt like I constantly was comparing it to my experience with liberal arts at Middlebury. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained language skills and and amazing host family, and I learned to live on my own abroad which was a great challenge to overcome "
A student Middlebury College
"I think my biggest take-away from the program was getting real field experience in conservation biology- the discipline that I'm majoring in. We spent more than a month in the field in remote parts of Patagonia collecting data, which was challenging, fun, and exciting. I'll also take away an appreciation for the local Gaucho cul..."
Will Greene Middlebury College
"I gained a sense of independence. Having to learn how to interact and get along in a foreign country was incredibly helpful to my self-confidence. "
A student Middlebury College
"Friends and an experience in culture. "
A student Middlebury College
"A broader experience of the world and what it means to be "danish". Yes!"
A student Middlebury College
"definitely grew up a lot"
Amanda B Middlebury College
"It was very challenging socially which was definitely worthwhile."
Mattea Preece Middlebury College
"I learned more about independence and being more self-sufficient. The academics and international student body also provided me with new perspectives from which I can approach my studies."
A student Middlebury College
"I became a lot more independent and confident in my ability to navigate. I am very happy I went abroad. I think it was very important for my personal growth."
A student Middlebury College
"The amount of self-confidence you gain from thriving in a totally different country is unparalleled. I feel like I grew a lot from these experiences."
A student Middlebury College
"It was incredibly worthwhile, I grew tremendously as a student and a person"
A student Middlebury College
"Friends, a basic understanding of a new language, understanding of Danish culture."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained confidence and got to step outside of my comfort zone"
A student Middlebury College
"I think my biggest gain is to have learned how to live with/interact with locals in Delhi as individuals rather than view them through stereotypes. I learned to understand the ambitions and struggles of the Indian people."
Yuchen Zhu Middlebury College
"My experience was very worthwhile. I learned a lot and was exposed to many new things from my travels. The Study Tour Aspect was amazing, best part of the program."
A student Middlebury College
"Independence and confidence. "
A student Middlebury College
"Absolutely, it was filled with personal growth and new experiences."
Nadine Nasr Middlebury College
"The experience was definitely worthwhile. I gained a lot of confidence by living on my own and experience a new culture. I also gained a lot of memories I will cherish"
Kyle Meredith Middlebury College
"I learned about future career paths"
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of independence, especially from traveling alone. The experience pushed me out of my comfort zone, and it was definitely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"Time management is important and you should plan out / set goals for what you hope to accomplish from the beginning. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a much better understanding of the culture and history of Europe, as well as other countries' views of the U.S., which were very interesting. Definitely worthwhile to get to experience new countries that are so different from the U.S."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live by myself in a foreign country where I didn't know anyone. It was extremely liberating and sparked my interest in living abroad. I am so glad that I did it and will take all the skills I learned and experiences I had with me for the rest of my life."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a great deal about countries that were not England, as I only interacted with international students all semester. That was certainly the most rewarding aspect of the semester, and I am so glad I had the chance to study abroad for that reason. Did not learn a great deal in my classes. Became much better at managing log..."
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