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 gained lots of nursing skills, dealing with patients in a professional capacity mostly, also I learned a lot about my ability to deal with stress and what kinds of things tend to stress me out. I learned a lot about Chilean history and culture as well. "
A student Middlebury College
"Opened my eyes to opportunities on a global scale"
Alice Butler Middlebury College
"My internships were also really interesting/intense/mind-numbing-but-still-useful. I did one with CONAF and one with Conservacion Marina. "
Elias Guerra Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about the British educational system. "
A student Middlebury College
"Friends, a basic understanding of a new language, understanding of Danish culture."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned about the various small cultural aspects of Japan that are so trivial to those living there that they don't even realize it's a Japanese cultural thing. It was worthwhile, because I love the little stuff and gave me more ways in which we can look at the world. Also, I learned how to cut down a 70 foot tree using a chai..."
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"I was very independent while abroad which I think was good for me. I think some of the best parts of being abroad is just being able to live the day-to-day life in another culture. I also loved being able to visit a ton of Parisian museums (mostly free, thanks to being a local student). My french skills definitely improved, most..."
A student Middlebury College
"Language Skills improved, had a lot of time in the culture, not many other international students"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of Spanish. I lived on my own basically for the first time, so I now feel like I have practice in that. I experienced living in a foreign country and language, with all its challenges, surprises, highs and lows. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of Chinese. Worth it."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned spanish"
A student Middlebury College
"I was able to meet countless amazing and resilient individuals that I would not have met otherwise. These individuals, whether I met them through my ISP or homestay, were able to teach me so much more than some of the lectures we had. It made it all worthwhile and was beautiful to hear their stories. "
A student Middlebury College
"I fully developed my language skills and ability to live independently/manage my finances. Yes it was worthwhile"
Tori Koontz Middlebury College
"Learned how to live independently and interact with people whose professional and social cultures are very different from mine."
A student Middlebury College
"While I didn't often feel culture shock, I learned how many of the daily things I take for granted are unique to my culture/community in the US. While life in Paris wasn't insanely different, all of the little difference add up fast. "
A student Middlebury College
"learned about my self and my passions"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to ask better questions, to advocate for myself, and how to tell meaningful stories. Definitely worthwhile!"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned all about Thai culture as well as my ability to cope with being in a different community. "
Julie Ehrlich Middlebury College
"It made me really appreciate small school and made me realize that I want to continue school after undergrad and get a masters. Yes it was. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about a new place and new people and made great friends. Yes. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned so much from my experience abroad, in so many ways. I greatly improved my French skills, but I also learned a lot about myself- how to survive and enjoy a completely different culture and environment. "
A student Middlebury College
"Yes, my time abroad was worthwhile. I advanced my language skills, made local friends and experienced a rich culture. "
A student Middlebury College
"I grew a lot in terms of my ability to be independent and to have to tackle new and challenging situations on my own. I was able to travel a lot which was an amazing experience. I also got to meet many other students not just from Sweden but from all around the world which led to many meaningful connections and friendships."
A student Middlebury College
"Learned how to travel better. Further developed my independence. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"Definitely worthwhile, but I wish I had the opportunity to integrate into the culture more"
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