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.
"Lots of real-life skills (dealing with a broken car, cooking, organizing trips, living on your own, shopping on a budget)."
A student Middlebury College
"I love Brazilian culture, people, food, music, dance, everything! It is so lively!"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot culturally "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a profound insight into the lived experiences of a people who I had previously only read about, or could have pointed out on a map but did not consider in any real or meaningful sense. I had been abroad a small amount as a teenager with my family, and though I followed international events and cared about global politic..."
A student Middlebury College
"My language abilities improved dramatically, as did my cross-cultural understanding."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about who I am as a person. It was very worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"Friends from all over the world. I learned to immerse myself in another culture while still being a part of my own."
Zachary Blacker Middlebury College
"This was entirely worthwhile. My writing and reading comprehension skills improved immeasurably."
Victoria Middlebury College
"I gained an appreciation of Shakespeare, the British people and culture, the Pakistani diaspora there. I made some excellent American friends, and it was absolutely worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"For me it was so worthwhile because while I was familiar with Western Europe, I knew nothing about eastern Europe. I am also very interested in the transition from communist economies to a free market economy so I learned a great deal into that that I would not have been able to learn at Middlebury."
A student Middlebury College
"Independence, Broader view of the world "
A student Middlebury College
"My writing has vastly improved, as has my work ethic. I feel like I can write anything now. Also, I met my boyfriend while at Oxford and we’ve been together for over a year since [going extremely well :)]! "
Colin L Middlebury College
"Yes, I have learned more about myself and European culture than I could have ever imagined."
Chase D Middlebury College
"I learned how to live on my complete own, half a world away from my family and friends. I also learned how to assimilate into a very different culture, and by doing so I learned a lot about myself as a person and what I like and don't like. It also gave me a chance to look at the United States from an outsider's perspective and ..."
Andrew Klarman Middlebury College
"worthwhile! "
A student Middlebury College
"Yes! It was one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of my life! "
Shannon G Middlebury College
"Yeahs sure. "
A student Middlebury College
"Gained a new international outlook and gained many new friends. Definitely worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"I plan to go back to SA after I graduate"
Gabriela C Middlebury College
"Studying abroad gave me the opportunity to put into practice many skills I have learned in high school and college - making conscious decision, pushing myself out of my comfort zone, proactivity, work-life balance, etc. It was ABSOLUTELY worthwhile!"
A student Middlebury College
"Expanded my familiarity with foreign cultures. Made me feel more mature, more independent, more confident to travel."
Tara H Middlebury College
"Lots of cultural exposure, city living, very worth while"
A student Middlebury College
"I gained confidence and got to step outside of my comfort zone"
A student Middlebury College
"This was an extremely valuable experience because of the wonderful students in my housing, compassionate Danish culture, and excellent academics at DIS. I gained so much independence and confidence living in Copenhagen."
A student Middlebury College
"Yes, it was extremely worthwhile. I learned how to be completely independent - paying rent, cooking for myself, paying for utilities, balancing schoolwork and travel, without anyone checking in on me or telling me what to do. We planned our own trips and I found a strength inside me while summiting Mt. Doom or hiking on the acti..."
Phoebe C Middlebury College
