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 learned Chinese, a lot about Chinese politics and society, and how to live successfully in a foreign city. I gained a lot. It was worthwhile, but I wish I put myself out there more."
Nathan Rose Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of experience in terms of navigating an unfamiliar space, specially because the school did not provide a lot of outings and events for us. "
A student Middlebury College
"I perfectioned my Spanish speaking skills"
A student Middlebury College
"i learned a lot about privilege and poverty because perspective is shoved in your face whether you like it or not."
A student Middlebury College
"Language skills, cultural experience, new perspective"
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a tremendous amount of knowledge from the tutorials I took, great choral music experience, and an appreciation of necking pints at the pub. So yeah, worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was totally worthwhile! I gained exposure to a new culture and different ways of doing things, which was extremely exciting. I also gained so much confidence. Finally, more than 10 year later, it's shaped so much of what I've done- living and working in Argentina and Uruguay for 5 years, walking Saint James' Way (definitely..."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned so much about the importance of the humanities, community living, and the balance of work and leisure."
Timothy McGovern Middlebury College
"I integrated and associated with Jordanian and Arab culture in new and profound ways. Although this was difficult as a female, it was also enlightening and worthwhile."
Cassandra Middlebury College
"Definitely improved my language skills, but didn't get to know many Spaniards other than my host family."
A student Middlebury College
"Yes, I've learned a lot about my own process but also got a glimpse at what being an academic would look like."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained an understanding of a different world and met people in what I found to the nicest community I've ever been a part of. It was very light on academic rigor, which I enjoyed because I found the goal of my time there just to live and experience living in a completely different place. "
A student Middlebury College
"I picked up a greater respect for a foreign culture and different way of life. It was truly rewarding. "
Dominick Tanoh Middlebury College
"Learning about Japan, the good and the bad was super worthwhile. Exploring nature in Japan and learning about how Japan does food was super fun. Even small interactions had a lot to teach on how different the world can be. The most important lesson I learned however was how to live there. That is to say, Tokyo and most Japanese ..."
A student Middlebury College
"I would say more confidence to speak in English. I was very timid in Spanish due to my language ability."
A student Middlebury College
"I feel that I learned a lot, I got to live in a foreign country on my own, I got to travel, I met a lot of different people. It was worthwhile, though I wonder if it would have been better to only do a semester instead of two since the second felt very repetitive."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a greater understanding of French culture, the language, and way of life. It was absolutely worthwhile--this was definitely the most formative academic year for me."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of appreciation for what is means to be a part of a different culture, the differences and similarities inherent in such a shift. It was absolutely worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"language, cultural understanding "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned so much about Chinese culture and language. Just being in China and making Chinese friends helped me to appreciate learning the language so much more. I also gained experience of navigating problems and thinking critically in a foreign language and culture."
A student Middlebury College
"Culture shapes people, but cross cultural dialogue is always possible. "
Daniel Buchman Middlebury College
"Yes, it was so worthwhile. I can't wait to go back. Paris taught me to love learning, fiercely discuss and debate ideas, and take life a little less seriously. "
A student Middlebury College
"I refined my interests and discovered many new passions to carry with me for life."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of Spanish. I lived on my own basically for the first time, so I now feel like I have practice in that. I experienced living in a foreign country and language, with all its challenges, surprises, highs and lows. "
A student Middlebury College
"Scottish and European culture. Yes!"
A student Middlebury College
