Temperatures below freezing are the norm, with snow, rain, and ice, as well as some dry, cold days. Coats, heavy jackets, gloves, and warm boots are essential through mid-March. Temperatures are generally comfortable, with sunny, breezy weather. Many students prefer to purchase appropriate clothing and outerwear after they arrive in the US, in preparation for winter weather that may be colder than in their home countries. All students must pay for their transportation to the United States and to Middlebury, Vermont.
Some students return home at their own expense during summer vacation.
It is possible for students to remain on campus during breaks, but services are limited during those periods. This can amount to several hundred dollars per year. International students are required to purchase a US-based health insurance policy, which will cover medical expenses that may arise from illnesses or conditions above and beyond those normally handled at the College Health Center. International students are considered for financial assistance on the same basis as are US residents. We do not take your financial situation into account when considering your application for admission.