Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Valparaiso
- Hosted at: Universidad de la Serena
- Location(s): Valparaíso and Viña del Mar, Chile
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Intensive Language
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Designed for students with advanced Spanish language proficiency, the Middlebury School in Chile offers a fully immersive academic and cultural experience in the historic port city of Valparaíso. Students enroll directly in courses alongside Chile... read more
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I learned how to solve problems and be confident in a situation where I felt uneasy about my use of the langauge. My spanish drastically improved. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I had a really rewarding and gratifying study abroad experience. I have not only strengthened my Spanish skills, but I've also gained the confidence to go abroad alone. I made lifelong friends from my experience--In fact, I've only kept in contact with my local friends. Ugo I - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Yes it was worthwhile. I had the full immersion experience I was looking for. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
My Spanish improved significantly, I learned how to adapt to new environments, integrate in new culture, and travel and live independently in a space with constant novelties. Definitely worthwhile. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I was able to get to know a new city in a different country and really feel at home there. While the language immersion was difficult at first, I really appreciated the opportunity to A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned more Spanish - even though I still think of myself as an intermediate I learned a lot of the language while I was there. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
While I would say I am still at an intermediate level speaking-wise, I think my language comprehension improved in all aspects. It was definitely worthwhile in terms of furthering my language skills, but it was also worthwhile in ways that I didn't guess before I was there. Learning how to adapt to a new culture and city is a ve... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I practiced rolling with the punches A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Language near fluency, loving host family, a few local friends and friends within the program, much more knowledge of history and culture of the country, and learning to live more independently. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I am sometimes too patient and need to be more vocal when I am unhappy with my situation. At the same time, some things will always be out of my control. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Made lifelong friends and I feel fluent in Spanish A student - Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaiso View Entire Review
In addition to the obvious improvement in language skills, taking classes at the local university gave me the opportunity to meet many wonderful, creative people who encouraged and inspired me. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Completely cemented my spanish skills and confidence that I can live abroad A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
yes!! - friends -language skills -independence and self-reliance -so many cool memories of doing new and exiting things -learning to live in a city and a different country Sylvan L - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I gained spanish language skills Jamie H - Middlebury College View Entire Review
My language skills improved immensely and I learned how to be adaptable. I now have a second family that I will continue to stay close with for years to come. It was very worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained language and cultural knowledge that will stay with me for the rest of my life. I formed close bonds with other students. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile. As someone who has lived in a rural area my entire life, abroad was very intimidating at first. However, I learned that I do have the skills to navigate and be successful in a city (a foreign city!). Culturally, seeing the differences between Chile and the U.S. was very eye-opening and at times ma... A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
It was so worthwhile—I feel so much more confident speaking Spanish and talking about health-related topics in Spanish A student - Vassar College View Entire Review
My spanish got much better and the cultural immersion made me think critically and expanded my horizons. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned how to navigate my life in another language, make my own decisiones, integrate myself into a different culture and feel part of a community that wasn't that of my own. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Language skills, cultural immersion -- very worthwhile! A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Yes it was worthwhile, I learned a lot about myself and what I am interested in perusing community organization and social action, which I learned from my internship. Carolyn Pine - Kenyon College View Entire Review
I feel so much more comfortable speaking and writing in Spanish now. The only thing I regret is making plans that prohibited my staying longer. Alexandra Briere - Bowdoin College View Entire Review
My Spanish improved so much. It was very challenging to be away from my friends and to be enrolled in a university system that functioned differently than what I was used to, but it forced me to take what I got and run with it. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
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Designed for students with advanced Spanish language proficiency, the Middlebury School in Chile offers a fully immersive academic and cultural experience in the historic port city of Valparaíso. Students enroll directly in courses alongside Chilean peers at one of Middlebury's partner universities, engaging fully in local academic life while strengthening their Spanish through daily interaction in the classroom, with host families, and throughout the community. Guided by the Middlebury Language Pledge, participants develop advanced language skills while gaining a deeper understanding of Chile's history, culture, and contemporary society.
Perched on a series of colorful hills overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Valparaíso is one of South America's most distinctive cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its historic architecture, vibrant street art, and thriving cultural scene. Long recognized as Chile's principal port and a center of artistic and intellectual life, the city offers students an inspiring environment in which to explore museums, galleries, cafés, music venues, and bustling neighborhoods connected by its iconic funiculars and winding stairways.
Valparaíso also serves as an important center for higher education, attracting students from across Chile and creating a lively university atmosphere. Its rich maritime heritage, bohemian character, and proximity to neighboring Viña del Mar provide countless opportunities for cultural exploration beyond the classroom. Through direct enrollment, meaningful engagement with local communities, and complete linguistic immersion, the Middlebury School in Chile offers an exceptional opportunity to develop advanced Spanish proficiency while experiencing one of Latin America's most creative and culturally significant cities.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadIntensive Language
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
Language Requirement(s):
- Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Latin American Studies
- Journalism
- Education
- Engineering
- Spanish Language, Literature
- Legal Professions and Studies
- Psychology
- Economics
- International Relations
- Health Professions
- Business Administration and Management
- History
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