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 learned how to navigate a foreign country and truly live on my own."
Eric Kapner Middlebury College
"I got to learn about a foreign subject matter (the ocean, sailing, New Zealand) through the lenses of multiple disciplines in a totally hands-on , practical environment. Living aboard a ship was also a very valuable, once in a lifetime opportunity. I made friends that I had to lead, be led by, learn alongside, and rely on. This ..."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to be independent and responsible in a time where its very easy to act irresponsibly and become lazy. It's all about having fun but recognizing that you still have certain things you need to take care of. "
Andrew O Middlebury College
"A larger cultural perspective and independence. It was definitely worthwhile."
Devon N Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of math and a lot about personal independence. Absolutely one of the best trips I've ever taken."
A student Middlebury College
"I got the chance to travel and see a really cool part of the world."
phillip c Middlebury College
"I explored a lot."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live independently in a foreign country"
Caitlin Magruder Middlebury College
"I loved my time in Sweden. Swedish culture is so interesting and I really learned how to take a break and surround myself with engaging people."
A student Middlebury College
"Self love"
A student Middlebury College
"Improved my language skills a lot and learned a lot about France. Definitely worthwhile."
Charles Hull Middlebury College
"it was very hard but worthwhile. I did not learn only to speak a language or facts about a foreign country, I understood a completely different culture."
Mark J Middlebury College
"Spanish fluency, good friends, contextualizing systematic oppression of Mexican immigrants in the U.S., life-long memories and friendships."
A student Middlebury College
"Very worthwhile. I learned so much about my area of study, and also about living and traveling on my own, far away from home "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to exist in a different place other than Middlebury and be on my own. Definitely worth it!"
A student Middlebury College
"language skills and cultural competency "
A student Middlebury College
"Yes. I learned about Danish design culture and the ideologies behind it. I learned about living in a city and interacting with many peers of differing backgrounds."
Matthew G Middlebury College
"It was definitely worthwhile. It felt great to be in a perfect size city, it allowed me to immerse myself in a new place, meet a ton of new people, and it gave me the break I needed from Middlebury to come back and enjoy my last year here. "
Lucy Middlebury College
"An engineering degree. I hope it will be worth the fifth year, but I'm optimistic."
A student Middlebury College
"Different cultures throughout Europe "
Kevin Maxwell Middlebury College
"I gained the knowledge from the professors and tutors, the experience of living abroad for several months, and the feeling of a writing intensive course load."
Michael Lally Middlebury College
"I learned more about Japanese culture and also the life of Japanese people. I learned how to communicate with Japanese people under various circumstances. I furthered my knowledge on my major subject as well. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned so much about the importance of the humanities, community living, and the balance of work and leisure."
Timothy McGovern Middlebury College
"Personal Independence. Yes."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained an understanding and frame of reference for how regular people live their lives in Kunming. Definitely worth it. "
Travis Wayne Sanderson Middlebury College
