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. I learnt about forgiveness and peacebuilding efforts. I became more independent. I got to talk to people about the things I was learning about."
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"Absolutely worthwhile. I learned a lot about Danish culture and I look forward to returning one day. "
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"It was worthwhile overall. I learned about the challenges of living in a new place and the value of speaking the language. "
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"The language pledge was challenging but incredibly rewarding. Because every moment of the day was lived in Chinese, every moment of the day was a chance to learn and grow. Since being back, I still think about my time in China almost every day. "
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"I gained a lot of self confidence, personal awareness, knowledge about what I have to do and what I'm willing to do to stay fit and healthy, and a general idea of what I may want to do with my life. "
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"I learned how to adapt to a new living environment; I learned how to cope to uncomfortable situations in a new language; I experienced a beautiful country in which people live, eat, and interact in different manners than I was used to. I made connections with people that I would never have met without this program, especially my..."
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"Language skills, cultural immersion -- very worthwhile! "
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"I was able to improve my professional, academic Chinese while maintaining my colloquial Chinese."
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"I learned how to get along with people and navigate differences, I learned the power of perseverance in very difficult courses and in forging friendships, and I believe for these two reasons the experience was worthwhile."
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"I learned a lot about my culture and how the world looks at things in the East. It was worth seeing the other side of arguments."
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"I got a rare experience of not being stressed out all the time. In addition I gained a lot from my indigenous studies course. I also got really involved in the outdoors club and experienced new outdoor activities that I will continue to do forever."
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"I learned to grow. "
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"I fully developed my language skills and ability to live independently/manage my finances. Yes it was worthwhile"
Tori Koontz Middlebury College
"You learn so much more about the culture of Spain than you could from just a classroom setting. To walk the streets, you really understand the mannerisms of those who live there as well as how to live like a proper Spaniard. It is definitely worthwhile to study abroad and to diversify yourself by living in a culture that is di..."
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"Many many things. "
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"I learned to live independently in another country. Very worthwhile. "
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"I feel like I learned to be more independent and make my own decisions. I also learned a lot of what it would be like to be an ecologist."
William Robertson Middlebury College
"I did learn some studying skills that I did not have in my home institution because the learning style is just so different. I also got to take some electives I couldn't have taken in my institution. I also enjoyed being able to travel in the UK. In that sense it was fun and worthwhile, but I was very disappointed with how the..."
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"Yes. I thought it was amazing, I had an amazing opportunity to learn about health care while also taking courses that broadened my artistic and social horizons. "
Francesca Napoli Middlebury College
"Time management skills, budgeting, and I learned to cook! Totally worth it"
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"My language skills improved, my cultural awareness improved. I got to meet a ton of Russian people and eat Russian food. I got to live in a pretty big city, which I had never done before. A very worthwhile program."
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"I gained a better understanding of Arabic and myself and what I want post graduation "
Marisa Nicole Edmondson Middlebury College
"It was so so so worthwhile. I am really confident now in my Arabic ability and overall I simply had the most amazing time. Jordan is a beautiful country with beautiful people and I had the best time over those 5 months getting to know its people."
Shams Mohajerani Middlebury College
"It was definitely worth while. I learned about myself, improved my Spanish, and loved the city. "
Ginger Adams Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about my field and the people in it and what higher-level research looks like. I do think it was overall a worthwhile experience. "
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