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, I learned lots of Spanish."
A student Middlebury College
"My language abilities improved dramatically, as did my cross-cultural understanding."
A student Middlebury College
"worthwhile! "
A student Middlebury College
"On top of the usual "experiencing a new culture" line, I met some of the nicest and most interesting people I have ever come across. I lived in a dorm unlike anything we have in this country, where 150 people felt like a single family. It was a seamless transition into that family unit and I felt at home from Day One. I couldn't..."
Joe M Middlebury College
"Greater independence"
Michael Yang Middlebury College
"Yeahs sure. "
A student Middlebury College
"I became a lot more independent and was able to learn how to travel alone in a city and adapt to a new culture. "
Adrianna Gildner Middlebury College
"Gained a new perspective of the world"
Michael D Middlebury College
"I learned how to live on my own for the first time, and I saw/did things that I will never see or do again. Worthwhile is an understatement."
A student Middlebury College
"Aside from the coursework, living in a foreign country was a very unique and great experience. Furthermore the ability to easily and relatively cheaply travel throughout Europe made the experience very worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"best semester of my life. learned a ton about myself and how to travel and be independent as well as how to deal with different types of stress that are not associated with academics (which is the type of stress that I usually encounter at Middlebury). I also fostered some incredible friendships that will last for a lifetime"
Alexa Comai Middlebury College
"Absolutely. I would do it over again in a second"
Nadia S Middlebury College
"It is hard to write what I gained/learned from my experience abroad as I feel for awhile I will be figuring that out slowly. I learned a whole new language and culture. I learned people's stories. I gained experience in indepenent research and how to be resourceful and build relationships/contacts. I learned how to be aggresive ..."
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"Learned a tremendous amount about Tibetan Buddhism, Buddhism in general, and the issues that are facing the transition of Buddhism to Western cultures. In addition, learned how to live on my own in a developing foreign country. One of the most worthwhile things I have ever done in my life. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to be a smart traveler, how to really push myself, how to keep a super open mind, and also that I probably want to live in NZ and Australia again at some point! It was definitely worthwhile, and every aspect of the trip was awesome."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live independently. I learned a lot about socialism and living in a different culture. I learned in my classes and I gained some great new friends. It was worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"Yes, due to the academics and the community that the program inspires. "
A student Middlebury College
"Studying abroad gave me the opportunity to put into practice many skills I have learned in high school and college - making conscious decision, pushing myself out of my comfort zone, proactivity, work-life balance, etc. It was ABSOLUTELY worthwhile!"
A student Middlebury College
"Absolutely worthwhile!"
Emily C Middlebury College
"I made great friends and had a better understanding of what I want academically moving forward. "
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"To read and write (all over again) and to appreciate history as an academic discipline."
A student Middlebury College
"A new worldview and perspective and how to live independently."
A student Middlebury College
"Gained a new international outlook and gained many new friends. Definitely worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned that I am in control of all parts of my life and the sooner I recognize that, the sooner I can live the life I have always wanted. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a great deal from study abroad. I learned much about Danish language and culture, and also grew as a person during this time. Overall, my experience was very worthwhile."
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