Middlebury College's program in Spain presupposes the student's general academic competence and sufficient ability in written and spoken Spanish. Our program emphasizes acquisition of language skills and intellectual development through a curriculum of linguistic, literary, and cultural study exclusively in Spanish.We strongly urge all students to enroll in the program for the full academic year: compared to a shorter stay, the linguistic, academic, and personal benefits of a ten-month stay are incalculable.
Middlebury Language Pledge
To take full advantage of their stay abroad, students are expected to maintain the spirit of the Middlebury College Language Pledge and to speak only Spanish while in Spain. We expect that no English will be used, except for emergency consultations with the Director.
Through an internship in a host organization, students will gain more in-depth experience and exposure to the host culture as well as the local work environment. This experience will also provide students with new knowledge and skills which can lead to greater career, graduate school, and other opportunities in the future. Students should notify the Office of Off-Campus Study of their intention to apply for an internship by May 15 (fall) or October 15 (spring).
Language Requirement
Completion of a minimum of five semesters of college-level language study or the equivalent, including one content course comparable to Middlebury College's appropriate pre-requisite course.
For further information and an application, please contact the Middlebury College Office of Off-Campus Study at (802) 443-5745 or by e-mail at schoolsabroad@middlebury.edu. For graduate information and an application, please contact the Spanish School at (802)443-5539 or by e-mail at larock@middlebury.edu.