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.
"absolutely worthwhile. got to travel a lot, learned a bit about how I live in a big city. "
Jack S Middlebury College
"I learned how to ask better questions, think very critically, and seek better answers. I became more flexible, more resilient, and more open-minded. IHP taught me so much about four different urban environments but also showed me how little I know and made me excited to go out into the world, pursue my passions, and learn more. "
A student Middlebury College
"I became more confident in my abilities to achieve what I had set out to achieve. This experience was way more than worthwhile, I grew and matured in ways I hadn't even imagined and have come out a better person. "
A student Middlebury College
"It was definitely worth while. I made many friends who I still chat with on facebook and was able to do the activities I do here at Midd. I liked seeing a new place and I wish I had spent more time out seeing things because there is so much to do in Edinburgh. I learned that I like Scotland and want to go back."
Richard L Middlebury College
"Learned about Europe and copehagen specifically "
Beatrix E Middlebury College
"Dartmouth has a very great engineering department, where you truly learn how to solve problems through various disciplines. It is hands-on, innovative and extremely rigorous. I met some great people and enjoyed the vibrant greek culture."
A student Middlebury College
"Making friends when outside of a community takes facilitation"
A student Middlebury College
"Gained so much independence, got to travel around the country and other places in Europe, learned to bike like the Dutch"
A student Middlebury College
"While the academic rigor is lighter than it is at Middlebury, studying abroad in New Zealand gives one a different kind of education. New Zealand is a great place to start traveling. The landscape is incredible, it's relatively small, it's very safe, people are helpful, and everyone speaks English. I feel like I returned from Ne..."
A student Middlebury College
"Gained good sociological/historical/cultural understanding of the Czech Republic and its surrounding countries. Developed some good traveling, living, etc. skills."
A student Middlebury College
"The world is very big and different than I imagined!"
A student Middlebury College
"To elaborate on the question of whether or not I would choose the same program, I am very torn between whether or not I would choose to do the Duke program again or to direct enroll. I think there are a lot of benefits to direct enrolling, but I wanted the coddling of the Duke program. They do so much for you, and I knew so litt..."
A student Middlebury College
"I took engineering courses and gained valuable engineering skill. However, I didn't enjoy some of the broader courses as much as specific courses that were closer to what I study in my major."
A student Middlebury College
"It was definitely worth while. I am more independent than I was before."
Abigail W Middlebury College
"yes, met a lot of new people and was able to travel a lot"
A student Middlebury College
"It it difficult for me to summarize what I learned. At a most basic level I gained an understanding of another countries public health systems and improved my Spanish. On a deeper level I learned a lot about my own values and the type of person I want to be and the role I want to take on in the health field during my career."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned so much about myself, and got an amazing chance to see New Zealand. I also learned to appreciate the people I have at home. I learned to patient and that things take time."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned an enormous amount about the basics of engineering and how to be an engineer, and how to work effectively in a group. The topics/concepts we covered will be helpful back in the realm of physics, and then again in the 5th year. It was absolutely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"I got the chance to travel and see a really cool part of the world."
phillip c Middlebury College
"I think that primarily I learned how to adapt, as there were many situations that arose that were unfamiliar or out of my comfort zone to me, and it was necessary to be flexible and adaptable in order to deal with these situations."
Michael B Middlebury College
"The only reason why I wouldn't do it again is because I get seasick. I learned how to sail, take initiative, and live on my own. Very worthwhile, though it made it really difficult to come back to Middlebury."
Monica C Middlebury College
"Being abroad is extraordinary and challenging. Being in Ghana was amazing. But we had so many problems with our program: corruption, absent academic director, extreme discomfort in homestays, racism, insensitive dialgoue about sexual assault, an extremely poorly designed academic program. However, it was so wonderful to go live ..."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to take responsibility for every aspect of my social and intellectual life, and ask for help when necessary. It was worthwhile."
Winston K Middlebury College
"Bigger universities care more about post-graduates and research"
A student Middlebury College
"I really enjoyed being in Sri Lanka and being surrounded by loving, warm-hearted, and positive individuals. I learned a great deal from my courses and had the chance to witness what I was learning outside of them. It was definitely a very worthwhile experience!"
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