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.
"It was very worthwhile. I was exposed to so many new perspectives and cultures that now inform my own viewpoint."
A student Middlebury College
"language, culture, a lot about a new part of the world"
A student Middlebury College
"Learned to be respobsible for myself and figure out how to solve issues. Living fully alone for first time so if something broke my responsibility to fix it. when i lost my key i had to call the locksmith myself and couldnt just call pub safe which was very worthwhile "
Margaret Burlock Middlebury College
"I've gained a lot of perspective on the diversity that exists in the world in all aspects of life, and gave me a different educational experience that I had at my home institution. It helped me learn in new ways, and also allowed me to appreciate my institution at home more. But more than the academic experience, I gained the op..."
Victoria Yeh Middlebury College
"It was so worthwhile, I had a really genuine local experience and met so many cool people. I spent most of my time speaking in Spanish and hanging out with Chileans."
A student Middlebury College
"How to interact with other cultures and leave the Middlebury bubble. It was super worthwhile and changed my perspective on the world."
A student Middlebury College
"I loved being able to live in a new city and it comes at a great time to get away from the “smallness” of Middlebury"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot in my classes, but also outside of my classes. I learned more about how to travel around the world, make new friends, and take in new cultures. Definitely worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"i learned a lot about myself and gained a lot of language skills"
Elizabeth Warfel Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about different cultures and experienced various cultural events."
A student Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile! I learned a lot about myself, French culture, and my French skills improved."
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
"So much. Cant sum it up in one review haha."
Jake Madnick Middlebury College
"It was very worthwhile, I fell in love with the city and made awesome friends. I really felt pretty immersed in the culture of the city and I was extremely excited for that. "
A student Middlebury College
"Technical ability."
A student Middlebury College
"I thought it was worthwhile, and enjoyed being abroad."
A student Middlebury College
"I definitely improved my Spanish and learned to become more independent as it was the first time that I was away from my family in a foreign country. It was worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"How to be independent. Incredibly."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about myself and how much time I need alone. I also learned how to navigate a new city and use my street smarts to problem solve. I also met new people while traveling, and I learned the values and the excitement of traveling alone. It was all so worthwhile!"
A student Middlebury College
"Besides my improvements in Spanish and my increased worldly knowledge, I learned a great deal about myself, making the experience extremely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about myself and what I want out of life, not to mention that I gained more practical language skills and strengthened many friendships. "
A student Middlebury College
"I grew a lot as an individual and my ability to do things on my own."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to travel efficiently and be patient with other people during stressful times"
A student Middlebury College
"Not only did I get to learn a lot about architecture, I think I learned a lot about the Brazilian culture as well. Soccer was so important to Brazilians and it made me curious which led me to taking Brazilian soccer this semester. I learned songs, and dances like Samba. I loved meeting my Brazilian friends who I will never forge..."
Julio R Middlebury College
"Yes"
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