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

Middlebury college: good liberal arts education. However, this place greatly lacks in terms of diversity. Minority culture is at a minimum, the minority try to adapt to the greater white culture. good arts and music. good place to go if you have no idea what you want to do with your future, you'll find many who are just as confused and unsure about their futures.

3rd Year Female -- Class 2006

Campus Aesthetics: A, Surrounding City: F

Middlebury is a wonderful school- for the right type of person. It's a rural atmosphere, and not for everyone. However, the college does a great job of creating on and off campus activities, bringing entertainment and culture to the campus regularly, and trying to appeal to all students. Student groups are very supported at the college, with good funding, and ample promotion of group sponsored events. The faculty and staff are excellent, helpful and friendly. The student body is overall very friendly, and a fun-loving group of people. While there is plenty to do on campus, Middlebury is also a school for people who want to make their own fun. Middlebury is a school filled with people who are already happy with life, looking to meet other similarly happy people.

2nd Year Female -- Class 2005

Faculty Accessibility: A+, Campus Maintenance: F