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.
"Learned so much about different cultures and realized there was more to the world than just america. Definitely worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"So worthwhile to leave your school"
A student Middlebury College
"I learned to live outside of America. "
A student Middlebury College
"Independence, and how to plan trips."
Jack S Middlebury College
"My acting skills have changed forever and my love of acting has only increased."
Juliette G Middlebury College
"Learned about a different environment and what it is like to go to school at a large university."
Thilan T Middlebury College
"I gained more self-confidence in my ability to be independent. I gained a sense of what life post-college will be like in terms of preparing mills and scheduling myself, etc. I learned that everyone's experiences are necessarily different because of things like money or resources, but that everyone can still get a lot out of the..."
Steven K Middlebury College
"It was certainly worthwhile. Aside from developed skills of independence and assimilation in a foreign culture, being abroad in Prague and traveling throughout central Europe opened my eyes to many different cultures, historical landmarks, and different countrys' deep rooted histories. Overall, both culturally and intellectual..."
A student Middlebury College
"My experience was absolutely worthwhile. I was given the opportunity to learn how to truly live on my own in a way that just moving away from home for college does not afford you. I came out of the experience feeling more independent and capable as an adult, and with a broader view of the world and a better understanding of what..."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned so much about Public Health, but I may have learned more about myself and my role in group dynamics. It was completely worthwhile."
sola f Middlebury College
"I became much more independent and focused my interests. It was beyond worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"I loved studying abroad in Australia and expanding my personal view on the world. Definitely a life changing experience that I would recommend to anyone. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about myself and what I can achieve. It was very worthwhile. Moreover, for the first time I realized the consequences of our first world decisions. "
A student Middlebury College
"Saw new places, new faves, tested my language, learned some things, had adventures"
Christian J Middlebury College
"I considered myself extremely independent before going abroad however being put in a place where there is a language barrier and cultural norms different than what I know forced me to become even more independent and pushed me outside of my comfort zone."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned more math in one semester than I had in my previous 2 years in college. It was a lot of work but in the end, it was definitely worth it."
A student Middlebury College
"New perspectives, close Danish friends. It was very worthwhile."
A student Middlebury College
"Studying abroad gave me the opportunity to put into practice many skills I have learned in high school and college - making conscious decision, pushing myself out of my comfort zone, proactivity, work-life balance, etc. It was ABSOLUTELY worthwhile!"
A student Middlebury College
"worthwhile! "
A student Middlebury College
"Leadership skills and group dynamics. Incredibly worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"Gained a new international outlook and gained many new friends. Definitely worthwhile"
A student Middlebury College
"Learned all about Prague and the Czech Republic, central location allowed me to travel all over."
A student Middlebury College
"How to live on your own, without "Club Midd." Worthwhile for the traveling outside of Denmark alone. Of course, Denmark was pretty great too. It was very easy and enjoyable to live there. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to spend time by myself without feeling lonely, how to navigate a city, and how to attend classes that I'm not used to. I'm glad I did it, but I wouldn't recommend this program or even London in general. "
A student Middlebury College
"People are wonderful and mystical, and when you find your friends--- your *real* friends--- it's all worth it. "
Thomas S Middlebury College
