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 worthwhile, but not in the ways I expected it to be. I expected to learn a lot about biology, conservation biology, field methods, and the culture of Botswana. In the end, I experienced a lot more personal growth and learning. I learned how to work with difficult people and get along with people who were very different fr..."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a sense of independence. Having to learn how to interact and get along in a foreign country was incredibly helpful to my self-confidence. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was definitely worthwhile. "
Monique Santoso Middlebury College
"It was definitely worthwhile, but very expensive "
A student Middlebury College
"I see the world differently now, my perspective has grown."
Lisa S Middlebury College
"I feel as though the experience is what you put into it. If you are looking for an American style experience in which you feel comfortable it is there, or you can stretch yourself and live in the city. Whatever you are looking for, it is there."
Benjamin H Middlebury College
"independence in traveling, managing a budget and navigating a foreign city. absolutely worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned about living in a big and international city. I learned about British culture, as well as many others. I had the opportunity to travel and see Europe on my own. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"Overall, being abroad was a wonderful experience and allowed me to experience so many things that I would not have otherwise had the opportunity to. Scotland is a wonderful country and I really enjoyed my time there, as well as all the St. Andrews students that I met and became friends with during my time abroad. Given the choic..."
A student Middlebury College
"So incredibly worthwhile. I gained insight into myself and my future studies all while interacting with a strange new culture. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a huge amount about both Tibetan and Nepali culture religion language politics, and truly gained a deep understanding of my host country. Though frustrating at times, the experience was unquestionably worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned so much both academically and about myself. There was a great deal of "experiential learning" which I think was the most beneficial. "
Molly H Middlebury College
"I gained a great deal of maturity and independence studying abroad, expanding my horizons and shaping my perspective. I would highly recommend living and learning in another country to anyone who has the opportunity to do so."
A student Middlebury College
"I got a lot of life experience and a great overview of the health network globally as well as how policy is developed. It was worth it as I made some very great friends and loved working on/presenting my independent study project."
Eleanor C Middlebury College
"I was essentially on my own for long periods of time (ex: Easter Break) so I pretty much learned How To Be An Adult. On a lighter note, I got much better at public transportation."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a great deal about a fascinating culture, I met many wonderful people, and I had a fun urban experience."
A student Middlebury College
"Definitely worthwhile. I wanted to study abroad because I wanted to travel and I definitely accomplished that. DIS provides a lot of opportunity to travel. In addition I made friends from all around the US which is a very cool thing. "
Casey F Middlebury College
"It was definitely worthwhile, I learned a lot about a new culture, and actually living there (as opposed to just visiting) helped me look at my experiences in the US from a different perspective too."
A student Middlebury College
"It was definitely worthwhile, though the academics were disappointing. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of geology and got to live in a foreign country. It was worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"Scotland is full of warm people, and the international atmosphere of Edinburgh makes for vibrant culture. I learned the need to self-motivate integration into the social scene, and (relatedly) to spend time with myself in a busy city setting. It was very, very worthwhile!"
A student Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile and I learned a lot about myself."
Asher H Middlebury College
"Independence, confidence in navigating and living in a large city, amazing international exposure and travel. Definitely worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
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A student Middlebury College
"It was a lot of fun. I gained a lot of perspective from many different countries that I travelled to. It was definitely worth while"
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