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.
"I gained a lot of critical thinking skills, good friends. I became more open-minded and flexible, and I advanced greatly in language skills."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned so much, but some of the main lessons were how to be more tolerant, how to be more independent, encouragement to always try new things, and just generally about Cape Town's culture."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a new sense of understanding of Russian history, politics and contemporary culture."
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"It was worthwhile "
A student Middlebury College
"My French language skills improved a lot and I think my worldview/cultural exposure developed significantly as well. It was certainly worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
" I gained fluency in Spanish, I learned so much about the Argentinian healthcare system, especially the value of primary care. I was able to intimately experience another culture. Very worthwhile. "
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Alexander Christopher Middlebury College
"The most impactful aspect from my experience abroad was the true immersion in Jordanian society, I learned so much about the culture that I never would have otherwise if I had not chosen this program. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned that there is always opportunity to explore on my own. "
Alnaw E Middlebury College
"I learned an immense amount about the culture, and I found I really knew the city like the back of my hand upon leaving. I loved my classes and found it enlightening to see how European schools treat academics so differently."
A student Middlebury College
"Mostly, I learned an entirely different culture than the one I grew up in. I understood how people grow up with different values, and how these values permeate their life choices like jobs and families to their social and political views. I also was lucky to experience the joys of traveling across Europe, and seeing important hi..."
A student Middlebury College
"How to travel better; a lot more about Geology. Yes. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile, my language skills improved over the semester and the semester was difficult in ways that other semesters were not. I feel more prepared for life after college after studying abroad."
A student Middlebury College
"Definitely improved my language skills, but didn't get to know many Spaniards other than my host family."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about being independent from living in an apartment. I really had to get out of my comfort zone. Made awesome friends that will last a lifetime as well."
A student Middlebury College
"I really wanted to learn about race and ethnic relations in a different country, and I felt that Australia would be a good choice. And I was right!"
A student Middlebury College
"My writing skills have improved as well as my ability to explain my work. "
A student Middlebury College
"Definitely worthwhile. I learned a lot about my habits and how I live in an apartment in a city with my roommate. "
Gregory S Middlebury College
"One of my biggest takeaways is knowing I can live independently in a city. I made so many great friends while abroad and am hoping to stay in touch."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained the ability to adapt (I would like to think) to any situation I am placed in. I gained a new level of respect and understanding for a completely different way of thinking than the way I have been brought up."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained an understanding of environmental activism, new friendships, an enriched sense of place, and an opportunity to live as an adult"
A student Middlebury College
"Introspective thinking led me to better understanding myself. Absolutely the best semester of my life."
A student Middlebury College
"I was able to gain navigate as a HBCU student in the AUC."
A student Middlebury College
"Very worthwhile, learned a lot of skills to be independent and self-reliable. Learned how to speak better Spanish and find commonalities with strangers. "
Cameron Dewey Middlebury College
"I gained invaluable experience living and studying in another country."
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