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.
"Aside from learning more about the Russian language and becoming more comfortable communicating with the language, I learned a lot about Eastern European culture. As a result, I now have a deep appreciation of the region, which I wouldn't have gained if I did not study in the program."
A student Middlebury College
"An experience like this gives you that boost of confidence that you can just get up and move to different continent and things will for the most part work out. It's so valuable to have the chance to start fresh somewhere and build a routine up from scratch. "
A student Middlebury College
"This program was very language intensive, and the staff encouraged us to use the target language whenever possible. I definitely think this program is worthwhile for students who want to attain a higher level of proficiency in the language that they are studying."
A student Middlebury College
"I think it was worthwhile for me. I really enjoyed my classes, even when I couldn't understand most of it in the beginning"
A student Middlebury College
"It was so worthwhile and I learned so much about making friends and how to alone. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained deeper relationships, a great sense of the world, and a greater understanding of European history. My experience was 100% worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"Independence, curiosity , and new perspective. Very worthwhile "
Rishi B Middlebury College
"I learned so much about the Czech culture. It was worthwhile."
Sara E Middlebury College
"I gained a ton of independence. "
A student Middlebury College
"Language skills, natural beauty, many friends in the program and local"
JT T Middlebury College
"i learned to be bold and put myself outside of my comfort zone."
Grace V Middlebury College
"I became more worldly in my experiences and tastes in food and culture."
A student Middlebury College
"I improved my language dramatically, which was my goal. Thus, I feel it was worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"A lot about myself and the world, Yes"
Moorea B Middlebury College
"I learned how to integrate myself into the lives of students who have been living together for multiple years. I also learned how to navigate and travel in a country where I did not initially know anyone. It was most definitely worthwhile. "
Susan R Middlebury College
"I learnt about myself, my resilience and my future ambitions"
A student Middlebury College
"Yes!!! I have gained a totally new career direction and passions through my time abroad, as well as language skills, understanding of indigenous science, great friendships, and experience living independently. "
A student Middlebury College
"Yes! I learned more about how to be independent, how to live in a city, and how to learn from and appreciate foreign cultures."
A student Middlebury College
"I think the cultural aspect was the most valuable. field studies and cultural courses are very helpful. I really enjoyed the lifestyle of sweden"
Shuyi L Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about living on my own and I became a lot more comfortable with travel. Very worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I am now very fluent in Portuguese, immersed myself in Brazilian culture. It was absolutely worthwile."
A student Middlebury College
"I think I learned a lot about independence and living on my own in addition to academic requirements. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"There needs to be a Middlebury program in Tel Aviv. Best city in world "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained an understanding of Icelandic culture and how it may influence their sustainability. I met a lot of Icelandic people as well as fellow American students that I learned a lot from. I loved exploring the diverse and beautiful natural places. I also thought the Arctic Circle conference was a very valuable experience"
Ella R Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of Chinese, met awesome people, and learned more about myself and the world. Very worthwhile. "
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