History
The Institute was founded in 1955 as the Monterey Institute of Foreign Studies by Gaspard Weiss, in collaboration with his wife, Louise Weiss, and cofounders Frank Elton and Sybil Fearnley. Weiss and his foreign language colleagues envisioned a graduate school that would promote international understanding through the study of language and culture.
Education
Real world problems require real world problem-solvers. Earn a graduate degree from the Middlebury Institute and prepare to be a global changemaker.
The Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey provides international and professional education in areas of critical importance to a rapidly changing world.
Career
Career-oriented fellowships can be a great way to boost your experience level; explore a region, language, or research focus; and add a bit of caché to your résumé.
Middlebury Institute of International Studies Key Statistics & Highlights
- 149 Scholarships
- 84 Academic Staff
- 764 Students
- 229 Students (int'l)
- 519 Students (female)
Middlebury Institute of International Studies Overview
Middlebury Institute of International Studies Scholarships
Middlebury Institute of International Studies Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to Middlebury Institute of International Studies. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Other Scholarships For Graduate Students
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Independent provider
Grant
72000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Belgian American Educational Foundation (BAEF)
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Independent provider
Grant
25600 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Next 100 (Kitas 100)
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Sep 2026
Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
20000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
Thanks To Scandinavia Grants To Danish Students
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 AUD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Veterans’ Fund Graduate Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Fulbright Program
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Independent provider
Grant
38000 GBP
Deadline
16 Sep 2026
Marshall Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
40000 USD
Deadline
30 Sep 2026
Study Abroad Graduate Scholarships of Chungcheongnam-do
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
Fulbright Award For Postgraduate Study
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Independent provider
Grant
30000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
International Education Center's Study Abroad Programs
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Independent provider
Grant
11000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Dositeja Fund For Young Talents Of Serbia
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
30000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Baltic American Freedom Foundation Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
300000 HKD
Deadline
30 Sep 2026
Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowships For Overseas Studies
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
Udaan India Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
332500 USD
Deadline
31 May 2026
Study Abroad Graudate Scholarships Of SBS Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Fulbright-Masaryk Award
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Independent provider
Grant
30000 CZK
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Olomouc Region Study Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 May 2026
National Parent Volunteer Association Scholarships
Merit-based
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Student services
The Office of Student Services strives to create a positive student-centered environment, dedicated to providing the Institute students with the necessary resources, advising and caring support to enhance their student life experience. Fostering a multicultural environment conducive to meeting the needs of the MIIS community.
Housing services
Monterey is a wonderful place to live and study. Once you have settled into your new home, we encourage you to experience all the area has to offer. The Institute does not offer housing, but we have housing information and resources that can assist you in the process of securing housing. Planning ahead will help!
There are lots of interesting things to do in Monterey and in the surrounding communities—from great restaurants to local attractions to outdoor fun. From transportation to banking to places of worship, these local resources can help make your transition to Monterey easier.
Library services
Located at the center of campus, the William Tell Coleman Library serves current students, alumni, faculty, and staff.
Research and Services include:- Library Catalog
- Databases, E-journal & E-book Packages
- E-Reserves / Print Reserves
- Full Text Finder (Find Journals Magazines and Newspapers)
- BrowZine (Read Library Journals on Your Device)
- Research Guides
- Faculty Publications
ICT services
- Information Technology Services (ITS) provides support to the entire Middlebury Institute community.
- You can find us on the third floor of Casa Fuente, Room 320. Take the stairwell to the right of Human Resources. We're at the corner of the hallway.
- The ITS Help Desk is the first point of contact for reporting all technology issues.
Medical services
Your health and well-being are essential to your success as part of this community. Though we don’t have an on-campus health center or fitness facility, we can help you find the health-related resources you need to maintain a balanced lifestyle.
Campus life
Get a sense of our close-knit campus with our interactive map, including the grounds in central Monterey and 18 buildings, some of which are listed on the Monterey historic register.
Monterey is a historical city located on the central coast of California, boasting breathtaking cliffs, sandy beaches, and nearby mountains and forests.
The Institute is located in Central California in the city of Monterey. Our campus is approximately 130 miles (210 kilometers) south of San Francisco and 350 miles (560 kilometers) north of Los Angeles. More information.
Student clubs
Getting involved is a wonderful way to meet fellow students and enhance your experience at the Institute. Join a student club today—you can even create your own!
Accreditation
The Middlebury Institute of International Studies is accredited as a graduate school of Middlebury College,by the New England Commission of Higher Education, a higher education accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education.
Middlebury Institute of International Studies Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
United States Country
Monterey City
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