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.
"Other than improving my French, I am more well-versed in French culture. I also had the opportunity to travel to several other cities because traveling within Europe is very cheap and accessible. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was absolutely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to budget, be comfortable with speaking Spanish, be a leader with our group, plan events, go with the flow, get comfortable with doing things out of my comfort zone, so much about European and Puerto Rican politics. "
A student Middlebury College
"friendships and memories that will last a lifetime "
GREG SYDOR Middlebury College
"Independence, self confidence in my acting abilities, improved my communication skills, pushed me to not be scared of the unknown, to take a leap of faith and more importantly convinced me that theatre is the right path for me. YES it was worthwhile!"
akhanna Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about tropical ecology."
Donald Jones Middlebury College
"It was simply the best thing that could have happened to me. Loved everything about it. "
A student Middlebury College
"Being fully submerged in one of largest metropolitan cities in the world. The diversity was enriching and I grew as a person off-campus. I also experiences a completely different style of learning which made me appreciate my learning back home."
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"I learned about Spanish culture, lifestyle, and attitudes, and will take this new cultural awareness with me wherever I go. I gained unforgettable friendships and experiences, and found my time incredibly worthwhile. I also learned basic life skills, like cooking, cleaning, using transportation etc."
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"During my semester I got to experience another culture and a different type of learning environment. It was definitely worthwhile. It was the perfect Febmester experience. I got to travel and start school when my other friends were. Also coming here, starting classes again was not as scary as it was for other Febs who hadn't..."
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"I learned so much about myself and about being independent. I now know that I can go and live anywhere if I wanted to. Everyday was a new day, there were struggles and highs, but it was always worth it. My roommates totally made my experience. I got super into cooking too, which was something for me to do while abroad and which ..."
Jennifer F Middlebury College
"Greater independence"
Michael Yang 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
"It was very worthwhile and gained a new perspective on a liberal arts education."
Nick Peterson Middlebury College
"I got a once in a lifetime chance to attend a large foreign university, meet new people, and travel to amazing places. I got to see the US from an Australian point of view and I find that very useful now that I am back home. It is exactly as advertised, a great experience."
Thomas D Middlebury College
"I learned that I can be independent and it is okay to go out and do something that makes you nervous. Everything I did was worthwhile."
Taylor Gardner Middlebury College
"Wonderful!"
A student Middlebury College
"Definately!"
Spencer L Middlebury College
"Spanish skills"
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"I learned self-sufficiency (how to cook) and other great things about a different culture."
William McDonald Middlebury College
"Improved my Korean, got firsthand experience of Korean life, and ate great food. "
Ian R Middlebury College
"I learned so much in my time abroad. I also was given time to explore my surroundings and enjoy myself. I made new friends too. I would do it again in a heart beat."
A student Middlebury College
"Definitely worth the expense. A great way to learn while living in a city and experiencing another culture."
A student Middlebury College
"A new worldview and perspective and how to live independently."
A student Middlebury College
"Interacting with locals, critical thinking, and cultural immersion. Yes, it was worthwhile!"
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