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 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
"Absolutely. I would do it over again in a second"
Nadia S 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 made great friends and had a better understanding of what I want academically moving forward. "
A student - Middlebury College 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 more about my capacity as a student and my penchant for learning. "
A student Middlebury College
"Yes, I learned independence, time management, and friendship. It was a school focused on English. I was able to figure out my thesis project based on the modernism class I took. "
Salena C Middlebury College
"I gained a new love for adventure and to get up and want to make the most of everyday. There is so much to do in Cape Town and I thoroughly took advantage of all of the opportunities. It is also historically incredibly interesting (and depressing at times) which makes for a culture that is unlike anywhere else in the world. "
A student Middlebury College
"Too much to say in words. I think everyone should take advantage of any opportunity they might have to go abroad. Interacting with so many different people from a variety of different backgrounds....jumping from city to city every other weekend...study Czech as a brand new language...meeting lifetime friends from all over the ..."
A student Middlebury College
"I loved every moment of it. the people were incredible and so was the program."
Reeve W Middlebury College
"I gained lifelong friends and it was worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"yes - invaluable global and cultural exposure that I will never forget."
Johnny P Middlebury College
"Incredible. I could write a book about it."
Thomas R Middlebury College
"YES. The study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. It made me realize that I could live abroad for the rest of my life and be very happy with it. It's made me reconsider my future plans of always living on the east coast and being able to potentially consider a career at a job with an office in Sydney. "
Marissa H Middlebury College
"HECUA stirs the social conscience!"
A student Middlebury College
"I became more responsible and better at taking initiative. It has also made me a more adventurous and outgoing person, because I had to do everything on my own will if I wanted to have any fun. I gained an interesting perspective on how people treat life on the other side of the world, and it will forever affect how I live my li..."
Jeff D Middlebury College
"Yes, I learned a lot about European life and culture that I would not have been able to learn otherwise."
Andrew M Middlebury College
"Yes"
Dylan W Middlebury College
"It was an eye opening experience. I understand what it means to take on more responsibility now. "
A student Middlebury College
"Gained a greater appreciation for what I have and the short time I have with it."
A student Middlebury College
"Expanded my familiarity with foreign cultures. Made me feel more mature, more independent, more confident to travel."
Tara H Middlebury College
"100% worthwhile"
Charlie G Middlebury College
"I always ruled out Graduate School, but after spending 4 months studying at the University of Edinburgh I fully plan on going back to get my Masters there. As much as I missed Middlebury while abroad, my time in Edinburgh was the best time of my life. Academically, I think that Middlebury is much better suited for me as a studen..."
Zoe P Middlebury College
"Yes, it was extremely worthwhile. I learned how to be completely independent - paying rent, cooking for myself, paying for utilities, balancing schoolwork and travel, without anyone checking in on me or telling me what to do. We planned our own trips and I found a strength inside me while summiting Mt. Doom or hiking on the acti..."
Phoebe C Middlebury College
"I was able to travel a lot and see many other cultures. It was worthwhile and I loved it. "
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