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.
"More confidence"
A student Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile"
Prottoy A Middlebury College
"Language, cultural knowledge, communication skills, independence, and etc. "
Yide X Middlebury College
"I gained technical skills but also a more holistic perspective on what life is like outside of where I live. I am excited to keep in touch with the friends I made. "
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"It made me realise that I'd like to live in a city in France at some point in my life and continue speaking French academically, professionally, and socially."
Agnes R Middlebury College
"I gained a huge sense of self-confidence -- I navigated living in another city for six months totally alone! Some coordinating was stressful, but I feel like I can take on anything after studying abroad in Sydney. It was so worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned Arabic, and yeah"
A student Middlebury College
"Competency as a foreign correspondent. Good friends. Confidence in my journalism abilities. Great clips for my portfolio. "
A student Middlebury College
"Math/phys skills, academical skills"
Nimrod Sadeh Middlebury College
"Stronger design skills, more confidence and independence, travel skills, to enjoy life more for what is happening presently around me. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a new perspective on social justice, environmentalism and on life in general beyond what I knew at home or even at school. I had travelled abroad before, but immersing myself in a culture that was so completely different from anything I had ever experienced before was both challenging and extremely valuable. Life is har..."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about justice and law and gained many connections. I also grew to love the city of Washington DC. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned an understanding of sepals/SA culture that will allow me to travel/work there in the future."
A student Middlebury College
"more independence, appreciation for a different approach to academia. Very worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a new system. Had immense academic rigor. Made great friends. 100% worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about independence and how to manage being alone in an unfamiliar environment. My spanish improved immensely, and I learned that I am capable of building a life and community for myself anywhere in the world. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about a different culture, and through this, a lot about my own culture. "
Kristen Regenauer Middlebury College
"Very worthwhile. I learned a lot "
A student Middlebury College
"Very much worthwhile. Learned my own capacity to enjoy and engage with the circumstances I find myself in, and to adapt effectively. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned so much about living in a different culture, and learning to adjust my lifestyle and expectations while remaining happy and comfortable. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about biology and research in the tropics, as well as improving my ability to present scientific information in both Spanish and English. It was worthwhile and will help me in the future."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned more about what I care about, and what else is going on in the world that matters"
A student Middlebury College
"I gained an incredible amount from this experience. Among them: -Fantastic experiences in ecological methods that prepare me for a future career -The opportunity to see a myriad of ecosystems and wildlife across the country -Significant growth in Spanish ability -Ecuadorian connections in my professional sphere -Lifelong fr..."
A student Middlebury College
"So much educational value that I couldn't gain at my home university as well as experiencing a city (not to mention a whole lot of Europe) instead of rural VT. Definitely worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"Definitely worthwhile. Learned to be more independent and learned about living abroad and all that comes with it. "
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