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.
"This experience was extremely worthwhile. While I learned a lot academically, I also grew personally and had the chance to essentially live on my own in a new country. I didn't have a language barrier to overcome, but I learned a lot about British culture and customs, and had the chance to travel within the UK and meet people fr..."
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"I learned a lot about myself, what makes me happy, and what I’m seeking in life. Plus made new friends, gained fluency, and spent a lovely semester in a new place."
A student Middlebury College
"I was able to get to know a new city in a different country and really feel at home there. While the language immersion was difficult at first, I really appreciated the opportunity to "
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"I feel so much more comfortable in French now! Met incredible places and people! 100% worthwhile."
Ivonne Maricarmen J Middlebury College
"Definitely worthwhile! Learned a lot about everything"
A student Middlebury College
"Independence, new friends, language skills"
Michael S Middlebury College
"I gained so much and it is even hard to describe it. It was definitely worthwhile and I am so happy I got to participate!"
A student Middlebury College
"Overall very worthwhile. I learned a lot about the city and the culture. I met some really great people. And I learned a lot about myself and how to be more independent. "
Skyler B 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."
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"It was definitely worthwhile. As someone who has lived in a rural area my entire life, abroad was very intimidating at first. However, I learned that I do have the skills to navigate and be successful in a city (a foreign city!). Culturally, seeing the differences between Chile and the U.S. was very eye-opening and at times ma..."
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"How to be an autonomous person and take risks "
Charlotte C Middlebury College
"I loved exploring Scotland. I became really involved with the hiking club and loved the trips that they offered. That made it worth it. "
Lucia S Middlebury College
"i increased my language abilities and developed a lot of independence. it was definitely worthwhile"
Paige O Middlebury College
"I gained a lot of independence and experience adapting to a new environment, as well as a much higher level of proficiency in Spanish. It was definitely worthwhile. "
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"Living in a whole new environment "
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"I think my writing definitely improved a lot! I also learned to plan my life with more agency. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned all about a different culture and became much more independent and self sufficient."
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"Definitely worthwhile and experienced a worldly perspective on my racial identity. Loved witnessing a European approach to life and worldly problems, and the Italian approach to education. Could not fancy one as better or worse than the US but I am grateful for the overall experience. "
Nicolad P Middlebury College
"I learned about life outside the US and improved my Spanish a lot. I made some great friends."
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"It was worthwhile because I gained independence, incredible language improvement, close local friends, and a perspective of the new culture."
Edyth M Middlebury College
"Yes, it was definitely worthwhile. My ability to appreciate things and communicate well has gone up significantly"
Kieran S Middlebury College
"You meet so many different people from so many different backgrounds and you learn so much about yourself and the world. "
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"It was fun and cool to meet different people and experience what it’s like to live in a city! "
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"I learned so much about Danish and Scandinavian culture! I am so so glad I was able to go and take advantage of the opportunity to travel as well. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to be independent and act like an adult. "
Elizabeth P Middlebury College