Overview


Middlebury College
Middlebury, VT, USA
Private
4 Year
Overview
Founded in 1800 as a ministry training school, Middlebury College is a 4-year liberal arts college in Vermont’s Champlain Valley and the first institution of higher learning established in the state. Middlebury offers bachelor’s degrees in over 45 academic majors and was the first college in the United States to grant a bachelor’s degree to an African American. For students interested in the fine and performing arts, Middlebury is home to the Mahaney Arts Center which hosts a studio theater, recital hall, and museum of art. To promote sustainability, Middlebury features a biomass gasification plant and has been a carbon neutral campus since 2016.
Acceptance Rate:
13%
Average Net Price:
$24,517
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
4.0
Average ACT Composite
33
Average SAT Composite
1460
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $65,280 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $65,280 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $18,600 |
| Books and Supplies | $1000 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$5,141
$30k - $48k
$9,505
$48k - $75k
$11,186
$75k - $110k
$18,577
$110k+
$39,398
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
100%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
15%
Average Aid Per Year
$56,639
15%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,351
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$54,621
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
3%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$1458
18%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,351
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$70,113
$30k - $48k
$70,162
$48k - $75k
$66,794
$75k - $110k
$59,179
$110k+
$37,362
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$75,376,920
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$32,272
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
29%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,541
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,503
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$134
Students receiving federal loans
25%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,697
Average Other Loans Per Year
$12,813
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
12952
Students Applied
9%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
6
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
No
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 1 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | January 1 | May 1 |
| Other | January 1 |
Application Fee
$65
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
In-State Students
4%
Out-Of-State Students
95%
18%
Submitting ACT
29%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 33
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1460
0
1600
SAT Percentiles
Math
25th
715
75th
780
Reading
25th
710
75th
760
4.0
Average GPA
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,843
Total Number of Undergrads
2,773
0
100
87%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
94%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
9:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
2-19 Students
86%
20-39 Students
10%
40-99 Students
2%
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
54
Majors
| A B M D | |
|---|---|
| ARCHITECTURE AND RELATED SERVICES | |
| AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES | |
| BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | |
| COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES | |
| EDUCATION | |
| ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS | |
| FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS | |
| HISTORY | |
| LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES | |
| MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS | |
| MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES | |
| NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION | |
| PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES | |
| PHYSICAL SCIENCES | |
| PSYCHOLOGY | |
| SOCIAL SCIENCES | |
| VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS |
Faculty Overview
0
100
93%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Male
Female
US National: 42%
US National: 48%
Ethnicity
African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Multi-Racial
Unknown
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Male
Female
47%
US National: 44%53%
US National: 56%Residency
In-State Students
4%
Out-Of-State Students
95%
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
51
Countries Represented
59
Ethnicity
African American
5%
Asian/Pacific Islander
7%
Hispanic
12%
White
56%
Multiracial
7%
Unknown
1%
Percent of First Generation Students
22%
Student Organizations
150
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
95%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
95%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Panthers
School Colors
blue and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
New England Small College Ath Conf
Total Male Athletes
384
Total Female Athletes
314
Intramural Sports
16
Sports Club
8
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Skiing-Snowboarding
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Squash
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Skiing-Snowboarding
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Squash
Middlebury College Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$71,900
Top 5 Cities
New York
Boston
San Francisco
Washington
Glens Falls
Top 5 Employers
Middlebury College
Google
Goldman Sachs
Morgan Stanley
Amazon
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Education
Media and Communication
Community and Social Services
Operations
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,503
Loan Default Rate
1%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$134
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingThe price of tuition is one of the most expensive in the country. Furthermore, Middlebury does not offer merit-based scholarships.
Ryan
Middlebury is an energetic and engaged campus full of people who take their education seriously. While the focus on academics is undeniable, it's not all work - Midd is situated in beautiful Vermont with countless opportunities for skiing, backpacking, and biking, and the student body is a vibrant and fun group that lives by the work hard - play hard mentality. With a strong reputation for academics, a notable commitment to the environment, and a campus full of some of the most fascinating people you'll ever meet, this school is a great pick.
Sarah from Denver, CO
Midd has been my top choice since fourth grade. Its language programs are the best in the country. Every faculty member and student that I have met has been amazingly supportive and intelligent.
Ellen
Despite the small student population, there are so many academic options available. Many of the departments are respected throughout the world.
One of the major reasons I decided to apply was the Spanish class I observed on an overnight visit. The immersing style was so wonderful and much more realistic than my experiences in high school Spanish.
One of the major reasons I decided to apply was the Spanish class I observed on an overnight visit. The immersing style was so wonderful and much more realistic than my experiences in high school Spanish.
Liza
Middlebury is an awesome school, with great diversity, atmosphere, and intellect. Even though I am just a freshman, I find there are plenty of opportunities for me to get involved on campus. I would love to see more midwesterners here!
Sarah from the Midwest
middlebury is the prettiest college campus i have ever set foot on. i love going to school here. the professors are lovely, the opportunities abound and i feel like my classes and conversations are meaningful.
sydney from windham, ny
Go for a visit and be active. If you are taking a tour, don't simply linger around the back of the group and walk around the campus. Ask questions. Keep up with your tour guide. I visited several colleges this summer and no one seems to ever want to be the first one to go through the door after the guide, or be at the head of the pack. Get involved!
If you are going on multiple college visits, keep a notebook and jot down some important facts about the campus, positive and negative things, to help you make decisions later on. After a few visits, different colleges do tend to meld together and you forget the little things that you thought were cool.
If you are going on multiple college visits, keep a notebook and jot down some important facts about the campus, positive and negative things, to help you make decisions later on. After a few visits, different colleges do tend to meld together and you forget the little things that you thought were cool.
Olivia from Binghamton, NY
A bustling, environmentally-friendlier college full of life, ideas, and breathtaking people. The college has a diverse student body that comes from different countries or states, speaks at least two languages in most cases, and is passionate about different causes. Not only are the students beautiful, but so is the surrounding community and natural scene.
Aori from Monterey, CA
Middlebury College is a small university where students can complete their education successfully. Professors are professionals who care about helping students advance. The Vermont campus is wonderful and has all the facilities one needs.
Carmen from Laguna Hills, CA
This school just gives off an incredibly passionate vibe. The campus is gorgeous (especially in the fall) and people generally seem to be extremely invested in the things that they love to do. I think staff also made an effort to highlight the most unique aspects of their school, which was wonderful.
Hannah from Falmouth, ME
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