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.
"How to speak spanish better, was a good respite from middlebury. Definitely worthwhile to go abroad somewhere "
Olivia Collens Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about independence and how to manage being alone in an unfamiliar environment. My spanish improved immensely, and I learned that I am capable of building a life and community for myself anywhere in the world. "
A student Middlebury College
"My Italian improved and I learned how to adapt to new situations. It was definitely a worthwhile experience. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned about Spanish culture, lifestyle, and attitudes, and will take this new cultural awareness with me wherever I go. I gained unforgettable friendships and experiences, and found my time incredibly worthwhile. I also learned basic life skills, like cooking, cleaning, using transportation etc."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained invaluable experience living and studying in another country."
A student Middlebury College
"Other than improving my French, I am more well-versed in French culture. I also had the opportunity to travel to several other cities because traveling within Europe is very cheap and accessible. "
A student Middlebury College
"I greatly improved my French. I met some incredible friends. I learned about French culture, student life and the NGO world in a way I never would have if I did not complete this exchange. I gained independence and more confidence. "
A student Middlebury College
"French language skills, immersion in a new culture, fantastic friends and internship experience that will serve me well. "
A student Middlebury College
"how to be independant. "
Robert wood Middlebury College
"It was incredibly worthwhile. I was able to connect with people I never would have met otherwise, who come from very different backgrounds. I was put in uncomfortable situations where I needed to be flexible and act with common sense."
A student Middlebury College
"Many new theoretical and technical tools that I could not have gained from my home institution. Yes, it was very worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"One-on-one tuition revolutionized my writing and the St Peter's Visiting Students Program integrates you seamlessly as members of the college."
A student Middlebury College
"I became more independent, met different people from all over the world, and really dug my heels into Danish culture. Absolutely worth it."
Paige G Middlebury College
"A new perspective on economics"
A student Middlebury College
"Great cultural experience, a lot of traveling"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned self-sufficiency (how to cook) and other great things about a different culture."
William McDonald Middlebury College
"yes. language fluency, confidence living abroad, familiarity with mexican culture, long-lasting relationships"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned about terrestrial and marine snow/ice physics. I also became a better outdoorsman, and lived in a place that I've always wanted to go. I would say it was worthwhile."
Joel Wilner Middlebury College
"I loved being able to explore the South Island - it is unbelievably beautiful. The people I met along the way were great. Being at a larger university was also valuable. I felt that I was able to focus my time/attention on subject material that I was interested in."
A student Middlebury College
"What did I not learn? It was 1000% worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"Learned a lot about independence, becoming comfortable not knowing the language spoken around you. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned to live entirely immersed within another culture, rather than merely floating around the periphery of such. The overall experience was extremely challenging but without that difficulty, I would never have come away with the sense of fulfillment and self-understanding which I now carry with me in my every-day life."
A student Middlebury College
"I was definitely worthwhile. I would not be able to spend that much time abroad, especially in a place as far as New Zealand, at another point in my life, so I was really grateful to be able to do that. "
A student Middlebury College
"I made some amazing friends. It was worthwhile."
Deniz Middlebury College
"Got a lot of experience traveling, living on my own, problem solving, and being independent. I think it was very worth it."
Caroline Jaschke Middlebury College
