<p>I posted a thread over on the Middlebury forums. I'm not sure which school to apply Early Decision at. I'd appreciate any and all input. Here's the link to the thread if you'd like to offer any insight or advice:
<a href="http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/middlebury-college/1018231-ed-middlebury-vassar.html%5B/url%5D">http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/middlebury-college/1018231-ed-middlebury-vassar.html</a></p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>“I’m not sure which school to apply Early Decision at.”</p>
<p>Therefore neither. IMHO, ED should be used only at that one dream school above all others. It’s a looooong time from November to September to make such a commitment to a school that you only “like” at the moment; there’s plenty of time to regret the decision.</p>
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<p>Where did you read that? Nothing could be further from the truth.</p>
<p>I see what you mean vossron, but I just love both schools so much that I would love to attend either. Also, I really, really need the admissions boost; my SAT is only in the 1900s.</p>
<p>Crewdad, tons of Midd reviews written by students talk about the insane workload. I haven’t read anything from Vassar students saying that their workloads are ridiculous. That’s not to say that the workload isn’t challenging at Vassar, just that it’s not as much as Midd’s. This could vary by major too, I’m sure. Maybe Midd students just like to complain, though.</p>
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<p>And there are as many reviewers who don’t believe the workload is “insane”
Reviews can be beneficial; however, it’s wise to use a reasonable amount of discernment when formulating opinions.</p>
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<p>I would caution making sweeping generalizations from student reviews. Students who take the time to post reviews are self-selected. It’s possible Vassar students have better things to do than complain. Just a thought. ;)</p>
<p>Both are great colleges, but with very different cultures. If you have the opportunity, another visit would be beneficial. Good luck.</p>
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<p>Vassar students are too busy with there workload to be reading and posting on CC.</p>
<p>Fair enough :D</p>
<p>to be honest, work load has little to do with quality and challenge of classes. I came from a rigorous top 50 high school. at vassar, it’s definitely less in terms of work load for me, but still challenging and the classes are by far enriching. </p>
<p>college choice is a personal choice, and i’d advise visiting campuses. but as a vassar student, i have a bias and would most definitely say Vassar. i find little fault with this school <3</p>
<p>Thanks for the advice kelee, but I just sent in my Middlebury supplement and signed the ED agreement a few hours ago. It was an extraordinarily tough call. But when you love two schools like I do, getting rejected from Midd may not be as heartbreaking as it could be. If I get rejected, I’ll just think, “I can apply to Vassar now!”</p>