Campus Vibe
Among the most selective in the Northeast — strong graduate outcomes
Middlebury College is a private town institution in Middlebury, Vermont. Admission is competitive, with an average SAT of 1500.
A mid-sized campus of 2.8K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
93% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $76,310 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,934.
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News & Alerts
Middlebury College Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1500
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Decision (Binding)
November 15
Decision by Mid-December
Aid deadline: November 15
Early Decision II (Binding)
January 3
Decision by Mid-February
Regular Decision
January 3
Decision by Late March
Reply by May 1
Middlebury is test-optional, allowing students to choose whether to submit standardized test scores
Middlebury requires supplemental essays exploring why Middlebury and academic interests
Financial Aid
Middlebury eliminated loans from all financial aid packages
Middlebury is need-blind for all applicants, including international students
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
77.2%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$11,522
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
19
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Academics
Middlebury has distributional requirements across eight academic areas plus first-year seminar, cultures and civilizations, and foreign language
Research: Extensive research opportunities including competitive summer research fellowships
Thesis: Senior work or thesis required in many majors
Programs (59)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
94%
- •94% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Notable Alumni
Julia Alvarez '71
Poet and novelist, National Medal of Arts winner
Eve Ensler '75
Tony Award-winning playwright, creator of The Vagina Monologues
Ron Brown '71
Former U.S. Secretary of Commerce
Frank Sesno '77
CNN journalist and George Washington University professor
Jason Mantzoukas '95
Actor, comedian, and writer
Michael Bloomberg (Honorary)
Former NYC Mayor and Bloomberg LP founder
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History & Fun Facts
- •The college's first president—Jeremiah Atwater—began classes a few days later, making Middlebury the first operating college or university in Vermont.
- •One student named Aaron Petty graduated at the first commencement held in August 1802.
- •Painter bequeathed his original cane to the college and it is carried by the college President at official occasions including first-year convocation and graduation.
- •At its second commencement in 1804, Middlebury granted Lemuel Haynes an honorary master's degree, the first advanced degree ever bestowed upon an African American.
- •The first female graduate—May Belle Chellis—received her degree in 1886.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Transit Scores
Local Economy
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Getting Around
Walkability
Compact, highly walkable campus in quintessential Vermont college town surrounded by Green Mountains
Visit Planning
Suggested Itinerary
Nearby Hotels
Airport Transit
Nearby Attractions
Middlebury Villagewalkable
Classic Vermont college town with shops and restaurants
Middlebury College Museum of Artwalkable
Museum featuring diverse art collections
Otter Creek Fallswalkable
Scenic waterfall in the heart of town
Middlebury Snow Bowl
College-owned ski area
Lake Champlain
Large lake with beaches and recreation
Transfer Admission
Fall Transfer
March 1
Spring Transfer
November 1
International Students
English Proficiency Requirements