Students typically gain an academic year's worth of proficiency, and Middlebury awards 9-12 semester hours of credit for undergraduate programs, depending on the langauge and length of program. Middlebury would offer financial aid through its office to Stanford students for summer study. All programs are available for the year or the semester with the exception of Irkutsk and Paris, which are available for the year only. All schools have a minimum language requirement, ranging from 4 to 6 semesters of college study of the language or its equivalent. All courses are taught in the language of study, and Middlebury schools abroad have a modified version of the summer language pledge.
Most locations offer both homestays and dormitory or residence hall housing options.
All locations with the exception of Logrono and Segovia in Spain have a resident coordinator on site.