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.
"Worthwhile? Absolutely. I learned about myself and the world. I learned how to make decisions for myself. I learned how to live and work well with a group in difficult situations. I learned how to make the most of opportunities. I learned how to maintain a positive attitude."
Whit Findlay Middlebury College
"Yes it was worthwhile. Interesting to live in a different society for a while."
Benjamin Barrett Middlebury College
"I got a glimpse into non-US perspectives on social and political issues, which was very valuable to me. "
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"Learned how to live in a city"
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"I learned that I love Middlebury. It was worthwhile in the sense that it solidified my choice in attending a small liberal arts college. "
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"Being abroad was more than worthwhile. It is hard to put into words what an incredible experience I had in France. Truly there were no downsides to studying abroad for me. I gained a deeper cultural understanding of France and Europe and I greatly improved my language skills. I also met a lot of amazing people that I will ho..."
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"How to be independent. Incredibly."
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"Fluency in Chinese and a better understanding of China's culture. "
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"Totally worthwhile, learned a lot about myself and was able to improve my spanish. "
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"I learned how to be more independent and how to relax a little in my studies, basically becoming okay with the fact that I'm not going to understand everything. I learned how to adapt to life in a new place with no initial acquaintances and how to function in a new environment and a new language. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a ton of Spanish but also how to handle myself in a completely foreign culture."
A student Middlebury College
"Mostly insight into what makes me happy."
A student Middlebury College
"Lots of growth, yes. "
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"Analytical skills."
Alexis De La Rosa Middlebury College
"I learned to be independent in a whole knew way. I was able to learn about the importance of self care. I also learned how to accept differences and try knew things. Academically, I don't think I grew too much."
Stephanie Castaneda Middlebury College
"Yes! I have gained immense self-confidence, cultural understanding, and heightened language skills. "
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"yes learned so much lots of independence defs worthwhile"
Kathleen Utter Middlebury College
"So much. Cant sum it up in one review haha."
Jake Madnick Middlebury College
"It was worth it but it hurt my mental health. I would do it again if I could find ways to be healthier and more supported. "
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"My experience abroad was worthwhile. My language skills improved and I learned a great deal about Moroccan culture and history."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about living on my own in a big city. "
A student Middlebury College
"Learned about Greece and history and it was absolutely worthwhile. "
Jake Turtel Middlebury College
"I became fluent in Spanish, it was definitely worthwhile "
Hannah Kredich Middlebury College
"First and foremost, my comfort with speaking and writing in Spanish improved greatly throughout the semester. I also found it to be a nice contrast from the very busy and organized life of students at Middlebury. I learned to be more flexible, and I enjoyed the opportunity to travel and get to know the region outside of academic..."
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"Language, cultural, self knowledge"
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