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 a lot about living on my own (cooking for myself, etc) and how to be comfortable in a new place."
Katherine Novey Middlebury College
"A new perspective and an opportunity to travel around Europe. It was 100% worthwhile. "
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"I gained a better understanding of Italian culture. I also greatly improved my Italian by speaking to my roommates and getting a taste of all the different regional dialects."
Arturo Simental Middlebury College
"I enjoyed living with a host family - my Spanish improved significantly. "
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"It was most definitely worth while - having the opportunity to broaden your world view is, I think, important. "
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"I learned a lot about European cultures and much from my coursework. Yes it was."
A student Middlebury College
"Very worthwhile. I improved my Spanish significantly, learned a lot about a new culture, and navigated living in a big city for the first time (in a different language)"
A student Middlebury College
"I gained an understanding of the differences in British and American universities, got a taste for British culture, really developed my research, writing, and discussion skills, and had a lot of fun. "
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"Studying abroad is a worthwhile experience, especially if your aim is to learn a language. "
Sara Gilmore Middlebury College
"Language skills and a lot about the culture. Very worthwhile. "
Karina Zyatitsky Middlebury College
"Independence, culture (mostly by traveling to various European cultures), topics from my coursework, and how to interact in a culture with people who have different values."
Katherine Beebe Middlebury College
"worthwhile! allowed me to learn how to learn in different ways and allowed me to become more independent "
A student Middlebury College
"Maturing. Growing. Realizing that things that go on at my home school are so trivial."
Cameron Allan Middlebury College
"It was so worthwhile to go for the full academic year! I loved having the opportunity to work in a different country and also to take dance classes at the local drop-in studio. I learned a lot about what kind of environment,community and opportunities that I want after I graduate from Middlebury. I also think more than anything,..."
Ann Pittman Middlebury College
"It was 100% worthwhile"
Matthew Bell Middlebury College
"I gained cultural knowledge of Spain and other European countries. I learned how to navigate Madrid and other cities. I tried new foods, learned Spanish history and had a great time hanging out with friends. "
A student Middlebury College
"The biggest thing I gained was from my internship abroad. I loved working with kids and I learned so much about the french educational system."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a greater confidence in my independence as a traveller, a student, and as a person. Australia, while similar to the United States, challenged me to seek out new friendships, new experiences, and new places. "
A student Middlebury College
"Improved ability to sustain lots of unstructured work"
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"I learned about Peruvian culture and I do feel like it was a good experience to live in a foreign country"
A student Middlebury College
"It was worthwhile! I learned a lot about myself, French culture, and my French skills improved."
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"Incredibly worthwhile! I learned a lot about how to respect other cultures even when they don't immediately make sense because the more time you spend in that culture the more it starts to make sense. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned an enormous detail, and have been inspired to pursue English Literature beyond BA level (hopefully in England!)"
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"I greatly improved my Spanish and learned more about the culture of Madrid. It was definitely worth while and I plan to spend a lot of time there in the future."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned so much about traveling and other cultures. I also made a lot of friends who I will continue to keep in touch with in the future!"
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