Middlebury College
Middlebury College is a liberal arts college in Middlebury, Vermont. It embodies all the qualities of a small Northeastern liberal arts college. It is over 200 years old, and Middlebury currently offers some of the best academic programs nationwide. As a result, the college is very selective. Middlebury also offers generous financial aid to students, provides students numerous volunteer opportunities, and it sponsors numerous student organizations.
Middlebury offers bachelor’s degree programs in the sciences, humanities, performing arts, and the liberal arts. It is internationally-recognized for its Bread Loaf Writer’s program. Students participating in this program complete summer programs designed to improve creative writing and literary analysis skills.
Middlebury College is also known for its small class sizes, which enhances classroom discussions and makes professors easily accessible.
Because the school encourages students to participate in community service, they have the opportunity to participate in service projects that promote learning. Students involved with the Projects for Peace initiative learn more about veterans’ experiences by conducting personal interviews with veterans throughout the United States. Middlebury sponsors other great programs to involve students in campus and community affairs.
The college also places great emphasis on the arts. Art is displayed throughout campus, a museum is located on campus, a theatre is located on campus, and literary readings are frequently held.
Middlebury College is very selective. The average student acceptance rate is about 17 percent. Applicants are required to submit 2 letters of recommendations, official transcripts, and entrance exam scores. The admission committee places heavy emphasis on community service.
The college offers generous financial aid to students. In fact, Middlebury prides itself on ensuring that qualified students from all backgrounds have opportunities to study at the school. Financial aid is available in the form of scholarships, loans, and federal Pell grants.
General Information
Admission Office
The Emma Willard House
Middlebury, VT 05753-6002
(802) 443-3000
Fax: (802) 443-0258
admissions@middlebury.edu
Contact: Robert Clagett
Dean of Admissions
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Main Address
Middlebury, VT 05753
(802) 443-5000
www.middlebury.edu
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Size
Total undergrads: 2,455
First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 576
Degree-seeking undergrads: 2,422
Setting
Rural setting
Small town (2,500 - 9,999)
Residential campus
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Degrees offered:
 Bachelor's
Master's
Doctoral
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Tuition & Fees
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Average Graduate Student Tuition & Fees
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Tuition for In-state Students
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$6,300 |
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In-state Student Fees
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$0 |
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Tuition for Out-of-state Students
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$6,300 |
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Out-of-state Fees
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$0 |
Financial Aid
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Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
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Type of Aid
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Students
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Percent
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Amount
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Average Per Student
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All students financial aid |
263 |
46% |
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Grant or scholarship aid |
251 |
44% |
$8,118,857 |
$32,346 |
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• Federal grants |
53 |
9% |
$317,936 |
$5,999 |
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• Pell grants |
53 |
9% |
$184,061 |
$3,473 |
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• Other federal grants |
49 |
9% |
$133,875 |
$2,732 |
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State/local government grant or scholarships |
16 |
3% |
$25,492 |
$1,593 |
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Institutional grants or scholarships |
251 |
44% |
$7,775,429 |
$30,978 |
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Student loan aid |
206 |
36% |
$1,122,043 |
$5,447 |
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• Federal student loans |
153 |
27% |
$671,193 |
$4,387 |
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• Other student loans |
81 |
14% |
$450,850 |
$5,566 |
All Majors and Programs
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BA/BS
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MA/MS
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PhD
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AA/AS
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CERT
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Total of All Education Programs |
773 |
253 |
3 |
- |
- |
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Architecture and Related Services |
12 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Architecture |
12 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Area, Gender, Cultural, Ethnic, and Group Studies |
69 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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African Studies |
2 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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American/united States Studies/civilization |
15 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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East Asian Studies |
9 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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European Studies/civilization |
26 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Latin American Studies |
12 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Near and Middle Eastern Studies |
2 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Russian Studies |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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South Asian Studies |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Women's Studies |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Biology and Biomedical Sciences |
73 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Biochemistry |
8 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology |
18 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Biology and Biological Sciences, General |
29 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Neuroscience |
18 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Computing and Information Sciences |
10 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Computer Science |
10 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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English Language, Composition and Literature/letters |
51 |
88 |
- |
- |
- |
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English Language and Literature |
11 |
88 |
- |
- |
- |
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English Language and Literature/letters, Other |
40 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics |
99 |
165 |
3 |
- |
- |
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Chinese Language and Literature |
14 |
2 |
- |
- |
- |
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Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics |
5 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Comparative Literature |
6 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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French Language and Literature |
19 |
45 |
2 |
- |
- |
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German Language and Literature |
7 |
10 |
- |
- |
- |
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Italian Language and Literature |
8 |
24 |
1 |
- |
- |
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Japanese Language and Literature |
12 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Russian Language and Literature |
4 |
6 |
- |
- |
- |
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Spanish Language and Literature |
24 |
78 |
- |
- |
- |
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History |
32 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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History |
32 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities |
5 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Liberal Arts and Sciences/liberal Studies |
5 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Mathematics and Statistics |
19 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Mathematics |
19 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Natural Resources and Conservation |
41 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Environmental Studies |
41 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Physical Sciences |
38 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Chemistry |
10 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Geology and Earth Science |
10 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Physics |
18 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Psychology |
42 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Psychology |
42 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Social Sciences |
211 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Economics |
88 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Geography |
26 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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International Relations and Affairs |
26 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Political Science and Government |
46 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Sociology |
25 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Visual and Performing Arts |
71 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Art History, Criticism and Conservation |
21 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Dance |
3 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Drama and Dramatics/theatre Arts |
18 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Film/cinema/video Studies |
22 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Fine/studio Arts |
4 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
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Music |
3 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Above data represents first majors only.
(-) Indicates that a program is not offered at this level.
Admissions Information
Application Fee
College has an application fee: Yes
Regular application fee: $65
Online application fee: $65
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Enrollment Rates
Percent applicants admitted: 17%
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Admissions Considerations
Secondary school GPA: Recommended
Secondary school rank: Recommended
Secondary school record: Required
Recommendations: Required
Admission test scores (SAT/ACT): Required
Completion of College-prep program: Recommended
TOEFL: Recommended
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011
Number of Applicants: 7,984
Percent Admitted: 17%
Percented Admitted Who Enrolled: 42%
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Test Scores: Fall 2011
SAT Critical Reading
- 640 (25th Percentile)
- 740 (75th Percentile)
SAT Math
- 650 (25th Percentile)
- 740 (75th Percentile)
SAT Writing
- 650 (25th Percentile)
- 750 (75th Percentile)
ACT Composite
- 30 (25th Percentile)
- 33 (75th Percentile)
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Enrollment Statistics
Undergraduate Attendance Status
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Undergraduate Student Gender
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Undergraduate Student Age
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Undergraduate Student Residence
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Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
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Retention and Graduate Rates
Retention Rates for First-Time Students Pursuing Bachelor's Degrees
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Overall Graduation and Transfer-Out Rates for Students
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Graduation Rates for Students Pursuing Bachelor's Degrees
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6-Year Graduation Rate by Gender for Students Pursuing Bachelor's Degrees
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6-Year Graduation Rate by Race/Ethnicity for Students Pursuing Bachelor's Degrees
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Undergraduate Majors
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, & Gender Studies
 African Studies B
American Studies B
Central/Eastern European Studies B
East Asian Studies B
European Studies B
Latin American Studies B
Near/Middle Eastern Studies B
Russian/Slavic Area Studies B
Southeast Asian Studies B
Women's Studies B
Arts, Visual & Performing
Art History/Criticism/Conservation B
Dance B
Drama/Theater Arts B
Film Production/Cinematography B
Fine/Studio Arts B
Music - General B
Biological & Biomedical Sciences
Biochemistry B
Biology B
Molecular Biology B
Computer & Information Sciences
Computer Science B
English Language & Literature
American Literature B
English Language & Literature - General B
Foreign Language & Literature
Chinese B
Classics B
French B
German B
Italian B
Japanese B
Russian B
Spanish B
History
History - General B
Liberal Arts & Sciences
Liberal Arts & Sciences B
Mathematics
Mathematics - General B
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Neuroscience B
Natural Resources & Conservation
Environmental Studies B
Philosophy & Religion
Philosophy B
Religion/Religious Studies B
Physical Sciences
Chemistry B
Geology B
Physics B
Psychology
Psychology - General B
Social Sciences
Economics B
Geography B
International Relations B
Political Science/Government B
Sociology B
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Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
A = Associate degree
B = Bachelor's degree
C = Certificate or diploma
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*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
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