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.
"Yes, good to see another way of life and take time while you still have it to experience other cultures"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned more about Copenhagen (as well as other countries that I visited), living with new people, and living in a country where I do not speak the native language. I also learned more about navigating different cultures. "
Katherine K Middlebury College
"I enjoyed my classes because the students (especially in my core course) were very like-minded and so we ended up having such impactful discussions. I was able to explore topics related to my major in a more international sense, which is exactly what I wanted going in to the program. I really enjoyed traveling with my class and ..."
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"I gained independence and freedom. "
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"I became more independent and became more comfortable doing things on my own in a new city. I learned how to cook for myself daily as I was used to the meal plan at Middlebury and I learned how to budget while also having a fantastic time."
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"I gained strength, bravery, resilience, knowledge, and compassion. It was incredibly worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a new understanding of Spanish culture, which is completely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"Work ethic, essay writing skills and a considerable backbone"
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"Language skills, incredible connections with professors, cultural knowledge."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to reasearch and be a better academic student. It was definitely worth my while. "
A student Middlebury College
"Yes it was worthwhile. I gained valuable skills of living on a stricter budget and learning about different European cultures."
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"I gained a lot of skills related to being independent because I had to figure out many things on my own in a new country. I had to do this by asking people questions, etc. I had to learn to leave my comfort zone. Also, of course my Spanish improved."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained the experience of living and adjusting to an entirely new country and culture; and I was able to travel to so many places I never thought I would see"
A student Middlebury College
"Unbelievable memories I will cherish for a lifetime. It was the best time of my young life."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained so many new experiences and learned more about myself. It was definitely worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"I have a network of filmmakers to collaborate with and the experience I needed to come back and finish my thesis. "
A student Middlebury College
"i learned to write and organize thoughts, it was worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"Great language experience, culturla as well. Worthwhile without a doubt. "
A student Middlebury College
"I think my French skills did improve significantly- specifically my comprehension! I also felt very immersed and learned a lot about the culture and history."
A student Middlebury College
"The language, the culture, many good friends. Worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"My writing has vastly improved, as has my work ethic. I feel like I can write anything now. Also, I met my boyfriend while at Oxford and we’ve been together for over a year since [going extremely well :)]! "
Colin L Middlebury College
"Yes, was great experience"
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"Language skills and an immense appreciation of spanish culture. "
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"I learned a lot about how to be independent and learn in a different style."
Akbarali A Middlebury College
"A big thing I learned while studying abroad was being by myself and being okay with that. I did a lot of solo traveling which made me become more independent and trusting in myself. "
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