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.
"Being abroad is such a great learning experience. You learn how to adjust to a foreign city and immerse yourself in a new culture. It can be tough at times, but I grew so much and explored cities all around France and Europe. I would absolutely do it again in a heartbeat if I could."
A student Middlebury College
"How to be more independant and self disciplined"
A student Middlebury College
"Going abroad to Sweden was one of the best experiences of my life. The Swedish Program is a bit unorganized and not taking classes with Swedish students made it difficult to make close Swedish friends. Nevertheless, besides these few faults, I had the time of my life. For the most part, my professors were great, helpful, and int..."
A student The Swedish Program: Stockholm, Sweden
"Language improvements and friends"
Julie Huynh Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about being by myself. It was very worthwhile and that one semester was just enough for me. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained many new experiences and a better understanding of the language."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned about Cameroon the folks who live there and their culture and I think that was the most valuable. Simply spending time with my host family or with other students exploring corners of the city was probably the most valuable for me. Anything that involved interacting with other people challenged me to use my language ski..."
A student Middlebury College
"A better appreciation of the world"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about the culture and actively made comparisons with the United States. Definitely worthwhile to gain a new perspective"
A student Middlebury College
"To live more like an adult To speak only French with very little English To take classes in a very un-American structure"
jonathan Middlebury College
"I developed invaluable language skills and cultural understanding that only immersion can provide. Hard but worth it."
A student Middlebury College
"It was so worthwhile. Do it. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned to be responsible as a completely independent person. There is a lot of free time so you learn to be productive and find things to do without others forcing you to do things."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a broader world perspective and stronger Spanish and lifelong friendships. It was definitely worth while. "
Wynne Ebner Middlebury College
"I lived in a city met new people and gained new perspectives"
A student Middlebury College
"I am very thankful for my experience abroad, everyone should go if they have the chance! Copenhagen is an incredible city, I just found the workload difficult as my priority was to travel. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was an incredible time, mostly for the people and the friendships. By the end of the program, I already felt at home. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned so much about Danish culture, which was a great experience. It's great to see a different perspective of the world, and step outside of the mental and physical boundaries of the U.S. "
A student Middlebury College
"My Arabic greatly improved, as did my understanding of Jordan and the region as a whole. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about how to be independent and take care of myself in the real world. I had to fly over there on my own and my second semester I cooked for myself. I also was able to feel like more of a regular young person - going out to pubs and engaging in local culture. Definitely allowed me to feel more independent compare..."
A student Middlebury College
"Learned how to live in a city and in a different culture, learned a lot about myself. Very worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned more about Spain, and also learned a lot of independence while abroad. 100% worthwhile. "
Alice G Middlebury College
"I gained independence in a city (I'm from a small town and this was my first city experience). My love for history and French culture was also strongly reinforced. I wish I could go back..."
A student Middlebury College
"Absolutely. I gained time spent in another country. I did a lot of yoga and saw a lot of places. "
A student Middlebury College
"A lot about international culture and truly living in a city that is a melting pot. "
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