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.
"Beyond the ability and confidence to do hard math, I think that I gained greater respect for a work/life balance. I also learned that I enjoy solo travel."
Alec K Middlebury College
"I gained a ton of language skills, but I also gained a lot of independence by living alone and having to be in charge of all my own cooking, groceries, budgeting, etc"
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"My experience was very worthwhile because it allowed me to achieve a level of immersion with my Spanish that, since the end of the program, has made me a lot more confident in my Spanish-speaking abilities. Additionally, in terms of being independent, I feel like I have grown substantially given that this experience was my first..."
John M Middlebury College
"Absolutely loved it. I've been abroad a lot but it was a great way to meet new people and make some memories for life. "
Otis M Middlebury College
"I learned a lot in my academic courses and it was certainly cool to live in Oxford and spend so much time in London."
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"I learned about the ways that I need to be supported as a student to maximize my potential."
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"I learned about the language, but more importantly myself. "
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"I learned how to write a better essay"
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"Language immersion, cultural immersion, a chance to visit amazing places"
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"I drastically improved my Spanish and learned lots about a culture that is very distinct to mine, from political history to food to social life. It was definitely worthwhile."
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"I learned a lot about the French language and France! "
Kristen W Middlebury College
"I learned how to be independent and more confident in myself."
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"I had a lot of new experiences and learned much more than just the Japanese language."
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"Yes it was worthwhile. i gained confidence and better Spanish skills and independence. "
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"I learned how to budget, be comfortable with speaking Spanish, be a leader with our group, plan events, go with the flow, get comfortable with doing things out of my comfort zone, so much about European and Puerto Rican politics. "
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"My anxiety is much less and I have a lot more confidence in myself. It was definitely worth it. "
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"Very worthwhile. I learned a lot "
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"My experience abroad taught me how to be even more independent and self-sufficient. Moreover, it fulfilled my desire to expose myself to environments. I found it to be an extremely worthwhile experience and I now have a strong affinity for Spain."
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"Personally I was going though a lot at home and it gave me a safe space to finally work on myself and think about what I want out of my own life so I would say it was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"Improvement regarding Spanish ability Experience of a different culture"
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"I learned a lot about myself and about Japan as a whole. I think it was valuable in shaping my future. "
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"I learned a lot about people and the value of traveling for learning more about oneself"
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"Though I struggled to adjust to the academic pace of the Sorbonne, I feel that by having this experience I was able to show myself I can adjust to new and unfamiliar environments and find ways to really enjoy them. I definitely would say that my time in Paris was worthwhile and I can't wait to go back. "
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"I gained many new experiences and a better understanding of the language."
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"I learned a lot of german, a lot of social skills- German's aren't the most forthcoming. I think personally, it was worthwhile. Academically, no."
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