Middlebury College

4 Things to Consider
Reputation: Middlebury grads have a great reputation among the largest, professional firms (law-Skadden, S&C, Banking-Goldman, Credit Suisse, etc.) and grad schools. Writing as a recent graduate, it's true that if you do well at Midd, you will get a good--well paying or resume building--job. Just make sure you intern during your summers/J-term too.

Students: I'm still close with Midd friends and am about to lease an apt. with a friend from Cornell and one of my roommates from my senior year at Midd. There are a few distinct types of Midd kids, who tend to befriend others of their type. If you are a crunchy, theatre person, you'll find a likeminded group of crunchy, theatre friends. If you are a prep, you'll be able to find the right social house for yourself. Money, whether you have it or not, is not a big issue. The kids who really have it don't flaunt it, although they'll invite you to their ski lodges or vacation homes.

Racism: I'm half Asian and never felt uncomfortable or discriminated against. I can't speak for hispanics or blacks.Location: Middlebury is very cold and in the middle of nowhere. The nearest intl' airport is Burlington (45 min. North), which is a pain when traveling. The majority of students bring a car and parking isn't awful, though our campus security dept loves to ticket.

Alumnus Male -- Class 2000

If you are well suited to a liberal arts residential college, than Middlebury would have to be considered. The culture is definately play hard, work hard. My fellow students are bright, outgoing, fun people who would rather go see a friend in a play or skiing than be infront of their computer screen all day.

2nd Year Female -- Class 2007

Education Quality: A+, Collaboration/Competitive: F

Middlebury is such a phoney school! What the heck was that person thinking when he/she rated Middlebury as A+ for all subjects. I enjoy coming here but lets be realistic. I hope that person in admission doesn't try to give the people a screwed up view of this place. Its alright, but not utopia.

4th Year Female -- Class 1998

Social Life: B+, Useful Schoolwork: F