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 how to live independently in a foreign country"
Caitlin Magruder Middlebury College
"I learned how to be alone, cook, clean, travel, use public transportation and generally navigate for myself "
A student Middlebury College
"Very worthwhile, learned a lot about Korea, really enjoyed my time"
A student Middlebury College
"My experience abroad was extremely worthwhile. Although it was a tough decision to make for financial reasons I am extremely glad I went abroad. The opportunity to live a full year in a foreign country while still receiving a top-notch education was incredible. Truly one of the best years of my life."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained knowledge about the world and culture. I learned a lot about myself as well."
A student Middlebury College
"I figured out my dream job! I would love to have a career studying whale sharks!"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to challenge myself in every way possible. "
Sean Howard Middlebury College
"The confidence to live in a city, a global perspective through my interactions with and studies in European politics and a newfound respect for diversity in experience. "
A student Middlebury College
"Yes, it was absolutely worthwhile. More importantly than the language (which was a very important factor), I learned a lot about the Spanish lifestyle. I feel as though they maintain a less frenetic pace of life than that in the United States, and live with less complications. My time abroad gave me the ability to see my own cul..."
A student Middlebury College
"My biggest gain would probably be the European Union module I took. I learned so much about European politics & history in a perspective that I never would've learned if I stayed in the States. I also became a member of the KCL Varsity Pole Dancing team, which was very rewarding for me. All my best friends I made through the t..."
Claudia Lu Middlebury College
"I became fluent in a language I love, discovered a new passion for art, and made many personal self-discoveries about how I deal with stress and adversity"
Lior Selve Middlebury College
"First my language skills got better, and I also had to become ok with speaking to people in less-than-perfect German, which is something I really struggled with prior to going to Germany. I reflected a lot about cultural differences and the experiences of people who move away from their homes forever and have to integrate into a..."
Valerie Blakely Middlebury College
"I am sometimes too patient and need to be more vocal when I am unhappy with my situation. At the same time, some things will always be out of my control."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned more about the culture and deepened my love for it."
Madison Jean Philippe Middlebury College
"I learned so much about myself: what makes me happy, who I want to spend time with, and how much I love to travel. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained an immense amount of respect for migrants and the things that they go through when making a new life in a foreign country - and if I can even say that what I experienced counted as xenophobia, my experience isn't even a fraction of what some immigrants deal with, but I have gained the tiniest amount of insight into thos..."
Maia Buschman Middlebury College
"I learned how to live and work in a city."
A student Middlebury College
"Loved interacting with my visiting host family. It allowed me to see a part of Danish culture that I would have missed out on otherwise. Get a bike too! That made me feel more integrated"
A student Middlebury College
"Yes! I had so much fun exploring a new place and learning about a different culture."
A student Middlebury College
"It was definitely worthwhile, since spending a full year in London, a place I was initially unfamiliar with and where I knew no one, I have found I've become far more self-possessed and able to takeon challenges. The experience endowed me a great amount of perspective and some of the most brilliant memories."
A student Middlebury College
"Social connections are the most important. "
A student Middlebury College
"Independent living, spanish skills, appreciation for travel, met people from all over the world. "
Henry Fleming Middlebury College
"Yes it was very worth while. I grew a lot as an independent individual. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was definitely worth while as I learned a lot about myself as a person and South America while getting to do some amazing traveling and improve my Spanish!"
A student Middlebury College
"This experience gave me practical experience I needed in architectural practice, as well as an opportunity to travel Europe and widen my perspective on design and life."
Jacob Brooks Allnutt Middlebury College
