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/independence, better understanding of the local culture, "
A student Middlebury College
"I wish I had studied abroad for an entire year. I loved learning about life in Madrid, and by the end of the semester feeling like I belonged there. You also learn so much about how you live independently. "
A student Middlebury College
"Living in a whole new environment "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned about how to navigate different cultures and overall had an amazing time."
A student Middlebury College
"Made new Danish friends in the form of my host family, learned so much content in my classes, gained a real appreciation for Denmark. Totally worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about the NZ culture."
A student Middlebury College
"Definately!"
Spencer L Middlebury College
"My language skills improved, my cultural awareness improved. I got to meet a ton of Russian people and eat Russian food. I got to live in a pretty big city, which I had never done before. A very worthwhile program."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to acclimate to a larger city and make new friends and new connections. It was absolutely worthwhile, and it was a great experience abroad. "
Claudia M Middlebury College
"I learned so much both academically and personally."
A student Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile. I know have a better understanding of myself and the world around me. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained an understanding of Spanish culture, and greatly improved my language skills. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"Learned a ton about engineering and got to work on some really cool projects. It was definitely worthwhile and going back for my fifth year."
A student Middlebury College
"Language improvement "
Beemnet Amdemicael Middlebury College
"I know some of these are going to sound cheesy but I learned more about my own prejudices and misconceptions about people. This experience challenged my thinking about the U.S., Russia, Soviet times, propaganda, culture, religion, etc. I learned just how we assume things about each other and the history we learn in classrooms is..."
Roksana G Middlebury College
"Immersed in Danish culture"
A student Middlebury College
"The experiences were definitely worthwhile. I think I gained a lot of experiences that I otherwise would not get, but it was not a necessary academic experience, to be frank. Nonetheless, I would recommend this study abroad experience, including the academics of it."
Isaac X Middlebury College
"I had so many amazing experiences traveling and hiking in the incredible country that is New Zealand! I was also able to push myself academically in my major which was somewhat unexpected but definitely great. It was one of the most worthwhile experiences I've ever had!"
Joshua J Middlebury College
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Joshua Rubin Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about myself and who I want to be. Additionally, I realized that there are many trivial things I pay too much attention that are not worth my time and energy. "
Shak M Middlebury College
"Learned so much about myself and life. Absolutely life changing in a positive way."
Wil H Middlebury College
"Definitely worthwhile! I learned how to live outside of my comfort zone. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a new self of my self. A sense of independence. It was the greatest adventure of my life so far and I feel like I really found who I was. "
Lex Scott Middlebury College
"Very worthwhile"
Olivia J Middlebury College
"I learned how to live on my own in a foreign country. I learned invaluable information from my awesome classes in music computing, computing, and music. Absolutely worthwhile!"
A student Middlebury College
