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 more about what I care about, and what else is going on in the world that matters"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live on my complete own, half a world away from my family and friends. I also learned how to assimilate into a very different culture, and by doing so I learned a lot about myself as a person and what I like and don't like. It also gave me a chance to look at the United States from an outsider's perspective and ..."
Andrew Klarman Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about biology and research in the tropics, as well as improving my ability to present scientific information in both Spanish and English. It was worthwhile and will help me in the future."
A student Middlebury College
"Very much worthwhile. Learned my own capacity to enjoy and engage with the circumstances I find myself in, and to adapt effectively. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was very worthwhile- I gained a lot of independence and traveling experience. "
A student Middlebury College
"more independence, appreciation for a different approach to academia. Very worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about tropical ecology."
Donald Jones Middlebury College
"Independence, self confidence in my acting abilities, improved my communication skills, pushed me to not be scared of the unknown, to take a leap of faith and more importantly convinced me that theatre is the right path for me. YES it was worthwhile!"
akhanna Middlebury College
"Wonderful!"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about living on my own, cooking, cleaning, and shopping while living in an apartment. Being abroad also encourages you to think reflectively about the US and what it means to be an American citizen. "
Sarah Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about sustainable development and Costa Rica during my time there but it was also a great experience where I met a lot of great people and had a lot of great experiences that I will never forget."
A student Middlebury College
"Very formative to Independent Scholar of Linguistics course plan "
A student Middlebury College
"A new perspective on global issues. There was nothing like being in Western Europe during the Paris attack."
Theodora B Middlebury College
"It was neat to see the country from an academic side."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a new love for adventure and to get up and want to make the most of everyday. There is so much to do in Cape Town and I thoroughly took advantage of all of the opportunities. It is also historically incredibly interesting (and depressing at times) which makes for a culture that is unlike anywhere else in the world. "
A student Middlebury College
"I had the opportunity to work with some NGOs and governmental organisms, which I could never have had back here."
David P Middlebury College
"I learned how to have fun and enjoy life. It taught me more about myself as a person than I could have ever learned at Middlebury College. The experience allowed me to step out of the stressful American lifestyle and into a fun, life-loving Australian paradise."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about who I am as a person. It was very worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live on my own and interact with people that have various pre-dispositions about me. It was more than worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I was able to gain navigate as a HBCU student in the AUC."
A student Middlebury College
"Yes, very worthwhile. "
Keith Benjamin H Middlebury College
"Very worthwhile, I learned so much in and out of the classroom "
A student Middlebury College
"It was great to experience a new culture and be able to study with so many students from around the world. Scotland has amazing hiking and outdoors activities, too! "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a great sense of independence and I matured a lot. "
A student Middlebury College
"I think that studying abroad can really open your eyes to a whole different yet familiar world. Sometimes we need to get out of our bubble and experience different realities. It really does challenge your presumptions and I think you emerge from the difficult and engaging experiences as a better person."
Roksana G Middlebury College
