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.
"Interesting, but not fulfilling and would not repeat. Didn't learn anything that wasn't in class lectures"
Evan Killion Middlebury College
"I gained a more worldly perspective."
Jake Dianno Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about activism and co-ops, and it was not worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"As bad as it went for me, I can at least say that I can learn from my mistakes and hopefully be better prepared mentally for this program."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of language acquisition and challenged myself in so many ways. It was very difficult but rewarding."
A student Middlebury College
"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
"While there I learned a lot about British culture and perspectives on various topics such as their view on U.S. politics or gun control. At the same time, I gained a greater appreciation for America and the comforts of home. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to spend time by myself without feeling lonely, how to navigate a city, and how to attend classes that I'm not used to. I'm glad I did it, but I wouldn't recommend this program or even London in general. "
A student Middlebury College
"Improved academic Chinese skills"
A student Middlebury College
"Definitely a worthwhile program. My Spanish became fluent enough that people stopped immediately assuming I was from the U.S. My social skills improved a lot. I learned more about Cuba than most people ever consider."
Adam R Middlebury College
"International exposure. "
A student Middlebury College
"I was able to live in Israel for four months."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained competence as a French speaker, the ability to adjust to and navigate through different cultures. I gained personal confidence and knowledge of how to take care of myself in challenging/stressful situations. I also discovered a lot about my personal likes and dislikes."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained more independence and met some great people. "
A student Middlebury College
"I did learn plenty of research skills and how to use a library to my best advantage. I think Oxford is more worth while though if you do two terms with an individual college rather than a proxy program. I would recommend this program if you care little about travelling and want to delve yourself into Medieval or Renaissance stud..."
A Student Middlebury College
"I got a good experience with some great people and I got to see what research is about. I don't know if it was worthwhile because, even though I did learn a bit, I feel like I could have learnt much more at my home institution."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned that I don't really like studying that much. "
A student Middlebury College
"I did learn some studying skills that I did not have in my home institution because the learning style is just so different. I also got to take some electives I couldn't have taken in my institution. I also enjoyed being able to travel in the UK. In that sense it was fun and worthwhile, but I was very disappointed with how the..."
A student Middlebury College
"It made me really appreciate home, and I don’t know if I needed to go to Ecuador to do that. "
A student Middlebury College
"I am sometimes too patient and need to be more vocal when I am unhappy with my situation. At the same time, some things will always be out of my control."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about independence, and working without being pushed. I also was put into an environment where I was able to deal with issues on a macro, advanced level - in contrast to how information is typically spoon-fed at Middlebury - which I think was immensely valuable. I made good friends in another country that I pla..."
A student Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile in that living in another country and culture can help you think about your own worldview. And I love Greece!"
A student Middlebury College
"I think I learned a lot more about myself than anything else participating in this program. The living situation and the rigor/quantity of work definitely made it a challenging experience"
A student Middlebury College
"I think I grew a lot as a person because I was alone a lot and had to create my own happiness many times. I definitely learned some about the host country, but I do not think it changed any of my interests/plans/awareness."
Hannah P Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of spanish so the program was worth it but I wish I had done the program in another location where there was more support"
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