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 that I would like to live in Amsterdam for the rest of my life. Yes, it was extremely worthwhile. If I had to do study abroad again I would go to Amsterdam, 100%, no doubt. But, I would probably choose a different program and company to go through rather than IES Abroad."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to be completely independent in the way that I live. I also got to see much of the country and learn about a different culture. I also learned how to budget my time with six classes."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to get by on my own and to experience things outside of my comfort zone."
Matthew F Middlebury College
"I learned a lot of math, but it was not worthwhile because I did not have time to engage with the local culture or take advantage of being abroad. I only had time for math."
A student Middlebury College
"I am happy that I chose to go to Prague because I was somewhat naive to its eastern European aspect and the environment that I lived in there definitely gives me a totally different perspective on America and our history. If I had to reconsider what program I would go on, I think that I would have also looked into Copenhagen or ..."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained confidence, independence, and a better understanding of who I am. I experienced a very unique culture and got to learn about the history of the Czech republic from people who really lived it. I got to do an intensive film program that taught me a lot. I met amazing people in the Tisch program and the overall NYU prague ..."
Hannah M Middlebury College
"It was incredibly worthwhile, I feel I became much more independent and got a greater view of world cultures. I loved the traveling component."
Danielle C Middlebury College
"Amazing adventures with the boys"
A student Middlebury College
"I gained much experience traveling alone to different countries"
A student Middlebury College
"It was so incredibly worthwhile. Amsterdam marked major growth in my life as a student and a person. I was exposed to so many new places, people, perspectives and experiences and wouldn't trade my experience for anything. I am eternally grateful for this opportunity."
Emily C Middlebury College
"Scandinavia is an amazing place. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained so much knowledge about Europe and European culture, and also learned a lot about myself and opened my eyes to the rest of the world! It was definitely worth while"
Lexi D 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
"This was a very worthwhile experience. Though the campus was not in the ideal location, it was nice observing a different culture. "
Ethan R Middlebury College
"How to be more independant and self disciplined"
A student Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile, but I really would have liked a more immersive program"
A student Middlebury College
"Worthwhile in giving me a chance to experience a different culture and college before it really mattered."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned that traveling and experiencing other places in the world is a priceless experience that everyone should try and do and it helps one become educated beyond the classroom to have experiences such as these. "
A student Middlebury College
"100% worthwhile"
Charlie G Middlebury College
"New friends, experience living independently in a different culture. The university and academics were not what I expected or hoped for."
A student Middlebury College
"learned a ton about myself and the world"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned much about the cultural differences and similarities between the UK and the United States, as well as how to manage my money and travel on my own and much, much more."
A student 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
"DO IT! IT IS SO WORTH IT "
Lindsey A Middlebury College
"There is no substitute for personal experience. The places you go, things you learn, and people you will meet will make it absolutely worthwhile. "
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