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Middlebury in Mainz, Germany (Outgoing Program) Print 
  • Locations: Mainz, Germany
  • Program Terms: Fall with Interim, Fall with January, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Middlebury Schools Abroad 
  • Restrictions: St. Olaf College applicants only
  • Budget Sheets: Fall with January, Spring
  • This program is currently not accepting applications.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Field of Study: German Language of Instruction: German
Minimum GPA: 2.75 Department: OFFC
Course Number: 259 Prerequisites: German 232
Program Host: Middlebury College Program Advisor: Nora Vosburg
Program Type: Direct Enroll Language Requirement: Yes
Program Description:
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NOTE: EARLY APPLICATION DEADLINE~ DECEMBER 2, 2024

Founded in 1959, the Middlebury School in Germany provides students with the opportunity to experience one of two diverse sites. By studying and living alongside their German peers, students have the unique chance to improve their German while choosing courses from the entire academic curriculum.

A 30-min train ride from Frankfurt will take you to Mainz, City of Science (2011) and one of the World Wine Capitals located in one of Germany's most renowned wine producing regions. As capital of the German state of Rheinland-Pfalz, Mainz boasts a 2,000-year history--from the Romans to medieval Christendom to modern Germany, a history that is evident throughout the city.

If you follow the city's cobblestone streets bustling with life, you'll pass by the cathedral, walk by 18th-century palaces, may step into highly specialized museums, choose to see a performance at one of the six theaters, enjoy local produce and goodies at the open-air markets and shop in vibrant neighborhoods rebuilt after World War II. Since Mainz is the heart of the 'Rhein-Main-Gebiet,' one of Germany's main cultural and economic centers, major newspapers, radio- and TV-stations have their offices here, among them the headquarters of the ZDF. A short train-ride takes you either to Wiesbaden, the capital of Hesse, or Frankfurt, where international companies and banks do business within the vicinity of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.  For the student who is fascinated by history, architecture, German culture, and life in a city catering to a student population of 36,000, Mainz offers a wealth of opportunities. Situated on the Rhine river, the city blends both rural and urban worlds. The combination of its unique local culture, characterized by openness, humor, and sociability with its easy-to-navigate setting make it the obvious choice for students who want to quickly and effectively immerse themselves in the local communities.

Due to the high standard of living and countless cultural events and festivals that take place year-round, Mainz and its university, the Johannes Gutenberg-Universität, attract approximately 36,000 students who enjoy all that the university, city, and region have to offer.


Middlebury School in Germany Brochure

Questions regarding GEs should be directed to the Program Advisor.

Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Academic Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2025-2026 12/02/2024
01/14/2025 TBA TBA
Fall with January 2025-2026 12/02/2024
01/14/2025 10/06/2025 02/13/2026

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This program is currently not accepting applications.