Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury – CMRS Oxford Humanities Program

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The Middlebury College-CMRS Oxford humanities Program offers a semester of yearlong study abroad experience in Oxford, England. Its affiliation with Keble College and central location in the historic city provides multiple opportunities for studen... read more

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OVERALL RATING 4.3
Based on 52 Reviews
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February 17, 2022 Exceptional
I learned that I really like visiting new places, and I met a lot of awesome people. It was worthwhile. - Carleton College View Entire Review
It was worthwhile - Middlebury College View Entire Review
November 30, 2020 A Great Experience!
- I learned to be spontaneous, I made many last-minute trips within the UK and to other European countries - I also managed my time much better since I had more freedom - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Academically I learned time management, and my research and writing improved tremendously. I also played a sport which was a great way to meet people. - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Time management ability, historical insight, research ability. Although the program is quite short, I believe all of us encountered friendships that will be long lasting and meaningful. Yes, it is definitely worthwhile. - Wesleyan University View Entire Review
I made great friends and had a better understanding of what I want academically moving forward. - Middlebury College View Entire Review
A student studying abroad with Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury – CMRS Oxford Humanities Program
I learned so much about how to conduct research in the humanities at an advanced level. Pushing myself to my academic limit also highlighted learning habits that work well for me, and where I have room for improvement. I feel significantly better equipped to navigate my way through my senior year, and I have a new skillset to ma... - Smith College View Entire Review
I learned how to manage my time and workload while balancing it with a social life - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned how to write research papers and how to manage a schedule of frequent reading and writing - Middlebury College View Entire Review
January 24, 2020 Quite Nice
Absolutely worthwhile, great academic experience. - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I loved being in England. Also the academics really, really pushed me to a higher level. - Middlebury College View Entire Review
It was so worth all the challenging aspects of the program. I grew so much as a learner and as a writer and my skills improved tenfold. - Middlebury College View Entire Review
January 14, 2020 Solid
I gained writing proficiency thanks to the nature of courses at Oxford. - Amherst College View Entire Review
Really got to experience life at Oxford—felt integrated into the student community - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Beyond academics, I learned about English history and culture, about shopping and cooking for oneself, about independent travel, etc. - Middlebury College View Entire Review
August 29, 2020 Underwhelming
Learned about OU system - Middlebury College View Entire Review
May 15, 2020 An Excellent Term
I gained much insight into library research, as well as insight into independence. I also made many, many friends! It was certainly worthwhile. - Middlebury College View Entire Review
My time in Oxford helped me develop intellectually both within my academic work but also in the personal, interpersonal, and religious parts of my life. I absolutely loved the city and everyone I met in it. - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I have had the opportunity to improve my reading and writing skills. The variety of courses I took is also very new and refreshing - those are the courses I have never had the chance to take at Middlebury. It was a very worthwhile experience. - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I believe that I not only became a much better reader and writer while at CMRS, but was also given the opportunity to mature intellectually in a way distinct from the rest of my experiences in college. The encouragement given by both staff and fellow students to engage with topics which I found interesting helped me to 'come out... - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Worthwhile. - Middlebury College View Entire Review
February 03, 2020 Educative And Amazing
More about English literature than I could have hoped - Middlebury College View Entire Review
January 21, 2020 Oxford Is Neat!
This program was a great intellectual experience. I learned a lot, and improved my written and oral argument skills significantly. The tutorial system as a really neat way to learn. - Middlebury College View Entire Review
January 18, 2020 Challenging, Cozy
philosophy experience + midd friends. yes. - Middlebury College View Entire Review
January 15, 2020 Wonderful
The personalized and one-on-one education experience allowed me to become a better writer and speaker. - Middlebury College View Entire Review

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The Middlebury College-CMRS Oxford humanities Program offers a semester of yearlong study abroad experience in Oxford, England. Its affiliation with Keble College and central location in the historic city provides multiple opportunities for students to engage in Oxford's academic and cultural life. 

The semester program curriculum is rooted in the liberal arts tradition: qualified students from all disciplines are welcome to apply.  The overall aim is to provide each student with a rigorous training in particular disciplines within the context of a broad and well-balanced academic, cultural, and social life. Certain qualities are necessary if a student is to obtain maximum benefit from an education here: an inquiring mind, a critical approach to facts and, above all, a capacity for creative as well as analytical thought.

Program Type(s):
Study Abroad
Program Length(s):
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
  • English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
  • European Studies
  • Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
  • British Literature
  • Medieval and Renaissance Studies
  • Philosophy and Religious Studies
  • Music
  • History
Minimum GPA:
3.5
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