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.
"People are wonderful and mystical, and when you find your friends--- your *real* friends--- it's all worth it. "
Thomas S Middlebury College
"Independence"
Brandon G Middlebury College
"Gained a new perspective of the world"
Michael D Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about another culture and saw the world through a different lens. I had a great time, and going to İstanbul is certainly worthwhile. Turkey is overwhelmingly Muslim, which stands in stark contrast to any place I had ever been to before. It was nice being immersed in another culture where most people didn't speak ..."
A student Middlebury College
"Yes. I learned how to live on my own. I learned how to structure my time. I learned I struggle with anxiety/depression. I learned to trust myself and my artist intuition. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned a ton about being independent and being able to do everything on my own. It was an incredible experience traveling around Europe and living in London on my own. I now feel much more confident in being able to do whatever I want after college."
dylan.hurwitz Middlebury College
"I would recommend this program to someone who is interested in both immersing themselves in Argentine culture, while intensely engaging with academic material on Development and Integration in Latin America. "
A student Middlebury College
"I went to UEA specifically for its creative writing reputation--they did not disappoint. There is an extremely supportive creative writing community there, and if you seek them out, there are many opportunities for writers. The school itself is progressive and active, and students are easy going."
A student Middlebury College
"I gained lovely friends, a new appreciation for a part of the world I knew nothing about, a TON of geology know-how, and seven months of pure adrenaline and fantastic memories! Loved it!"
Cynthia C Middlebury College
"Yes, First of all, I learn a great deal of new stuff academically. I took many course that I could not take in my home college. Secondly, the culture experience was adventurous, the food, people, professor all very different from the US. I would say it was definitely worthwhile. "
A student Middlebury College
"Going to Budapest was one of the most meaningful experience I have had. I gained so much from being able to immerse myself in mathematics, as well as an appreciation for a culture and place distinct from anything I had experienced before. "
A student Middlebury College
"Learned how to be humble and blend in to a host country while engaging and keeping an open mind to make the most of each day. "
Alexander M Middlebury College
"I learned a lot about myself, and the other opportunities out in the world."
A student Middlebury College
"I made incredible, life-long friendships, learned about myself and my greater place in the world, and was able to travel to fourteen different countries during my time abroad."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live alone."
A student Middlebury College
"Absolutely worthwhile! I had wonderful teachers and classmates. I feel more confident in my own abilities to live independently. I learned about how best to learn a language, with constant practice and by listening to native speakers. "
A student Middlebury College
"I gained a real perspective on living abroad and living independently, and got the chance to travel around Europe from a storybook locale as home base. I'll never "
A student Middlebury College
"Incredible to be in London, truly electric city. Structure of program was odd, as international students are graded while LSE students are not. Final exam schedule becomes very messy with US internships. Very appealing if interest in staying long-term in London."
A student Middlebury College
"I learned how to live in a true city and amongst a people that while similar to Americans are different in important ways. I will always appreciate the experience and the opportunity to live in London."
A student Middlebury College
"International exposure; mixed culture appreciation "
Zach F Middlebury College
"My favorite aspect of the program was the ability to experience a vastly different learning environment from Middlebury, in addition to immersion in the Scottish culture. It's truly a wonderful country."
Scott C Middlebury College
"Absolutely worthwhile. I gained a respect for language, religions, and people of which I was previously completely unaware; I made a lasting connection with a Nepali family, with whom I still remain close; through independent research, I began to understand the challenges of Nepal's current food structure. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned to be more adventurous and to take advantage of everything offered to me. "
Anne E Middlebury College
"I think it was definitely worthwhile. I really enjoyed experiencing a new culture and a new education system. I especially appreciated being able to travel frequently and see alot of Europe as well. "
A student Middlebury College
"I learned about independence, Danish culture and the joy of riding a bike."
A student Middlebury College
