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.
"It wasn't worth it. I mean I am happy that I achieved language proficiency, but I could have done that another way. "
A student Middlebury College
"Learned how to live independently and interact with people whose professional and social cultures are very different from mine."
A student Middlebury College
"I was able to live in Israel for four months."
A student Middlebury College
"It was not a cultural enlightening experience, but the academics made it all worth it!"
Christina Brook Middlebury College
"I learned my limits and how I interact in a new place, I learned to be my own advocate, I learned about Chilean culture and history. Yes."
Rebecca Freeman Middlebury College
"Because I had much free time outside of the architecture school, I got to work out, go to activities/events I was interested in, get to know people, and explore Ireland a lot. The course load was not too heavy, so my time at UCD feels more like a gap semester than college. I really appreciate the chance to escape the "big bubble..."
Ke Yu Middlebury College
"This experience was worthwhile. Even though it wasn't always the most carefree or fireworks amazing experience, I still met some great people and enjoyed my classes and feel like a part of the community. Most importantly though, it all depends on your outlook and how you approach the situation. If you wanna sit in your room and ..."
A student Middlebury College
"It was very worthwhile and gained a new perspective on a liberal arts education."
Nick Peterson Middlebury College
"exploring and making friends outside of the program was invaluable in many ways"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to be more independent and cook for myself. I also was able to reflect and think about the things I want to get out of my life and what I value. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about how people view america who don't live here and have somewhat similar styles of life. It was very interesting to be there during this past election cycle -this resulted in some very interesting conversations."
Tucker Cadow Middlebury College
"I learned so much. The program was worthwhile and I am glad I completed the program. I learned about labor, unions, the history of New York City, a history of the US that I had not known before. I learned about organizing workers, learning to become a more effective communicator, to be independent, and to manage time more effect..."
A student Middlebury College
"It was very worthwhile. It opened me up to a whole new way of life and way of looking at life. I loved it."
A student Middlebury College
"New perspective on the education system"
Madeleine Nunez Middlebury College
"I gained a broader understanding of race relations and historical influence. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was most definitely worthwhile, I grew a lot personally in terms of independence and confidence as well as academically gained an appreciation for another culture. "
Georgiana Miller Middlebury College
"I learned about how Americans are viewed on a global scale. So interesting to hear the Scandinavian's impressions of Americans."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned that I can be independent and it is okay to go out and do something that makes you nervous. Everything I did was worthwhile."
Taylor Gardner Middlebury College
"Absolutely worthwhile, I feel I really grew as a person. "
Paul Malloy Middlebury College
"SO worthwhile - i learned a lot about development and how complicated it is and actually learning that in a vietnamese context was super beneficial i also learned a lot about myself and became a more independent person"
A student Middlebury College
"Learned so much about myself and others outside of the classroom traveling the world. It is just as much about learning in class lectures as it is experiencing the nuances of each unique place. "
A student Middlebury College
"I feel like the program prepared me extremely well for doing future research in conservation biology. Not simply from academic knowledge, but having the experience of what it's like to spend months doing field research, of what it takes to prepare an expedition, of field research methods, etc."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to travel on my own and navigate an entirely new place. I met incredible people along the way and grew immensely. "
Midd Student Middlebury College
"My experience was definitely worthwhile. It allowed me to explore a new corner of the world and get to know a truly magnificent city."
Anna Dennis Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about my self and how I could cope with essentially living on my own. It was definitely worthwhile and a personal experience. "
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