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 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 self reliance, adaptability, and I am very very happy with my improvement in Italian"
Jack L Middlebury College
"France is a misogynistic country. French people are rude and arrogant. Their education is something I don't wish upon my worst enemy. Food is pretty good"
A student Middlebury College
"I improved my Russian some and learned about Kazakh culture. It was worthwhile but it could have been way better on a different program."
A student Middlebury College
"My writing skills in German were greatly improved."
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 learned more Spanish - even though I still think of myself as an intermediate I learned a lot of the language while I was there. "
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
"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
"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
"Worthwhile because it rekindled my love of America by making me experience a different country."
A student Middlebury College
"Learning how to be independent and getting to experience another culture and language fully."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to be okay with a lot of alone time, got to know myself better, became more independent, and became more appreciative of my life at Middlebury"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot during my time abroad. I learned a lot about being independent, assimilating to a different culture, and figuring out how to stay motivated and make the most of things despite some really difficult circumstances. "
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
"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
"Learned how to live independently."
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
"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
"I learned how to be independent and learned how to navigate new spaces. "
Gloria E Middlebury College
"International exposure. "
A student Middlebury College
"N.A"
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
