Middlebury social scene?

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<p>I'm really curious about the social life at Middlebury. I know that there is no Greek life, but do the students typically have parties on campus? Is Middlebury considered "preppy" (like how Trinity is)? Any other info from current students/alums about the social scene at Middlebury would be great!</p>

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<p>If someone could be so courteous as to answer this question, it would be much appreciated. :)</p>

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<p>From my visit at Middlebury, I have discovered the following “social scene.”:

  1. School clubs, such as the West African Club, Middle Eastern Club, Quiddich, Equestrian, etc.;
  2. Alpine Skiing;
  3. Not much to do in the very small town of Middlebury;
  4. A few parties on campus.</p>

<p>I think that because of the small student body and the isolated location, Middlebury affords a very hard-working environment with limited (although available) social scene. My impression is that while the college is not for everyone, it is magical for those who are meant to be there.</p>

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<p>There is always something going on. And my very social kid had an absolute blast for his four years. And even as I write that I can also say he didn’t go to the school sponsored events with regularity. But he had friends in plays, friends in singing groups, friends who liked to chill in the suites of the dorms or off campus housing. He fit the mold of work hard (incredibly) and party hard (incredibly). He made the absolute best friends - interesting, funny, smart, cool and talented. Some were athletes, some were not. They took trips to Burlington, Montreal, spent J-terms skiing, got involved with clubs etc. and had friends from all different majors and interests. </p>

<p>But no post is going to convince you. I honestly think you have to visit the campus and see if you can feel yourself there. But I can say with conviction, that there was nothing “iimited” about it, except for those with no imagination, creativity or need to be spoon fed their entertainment options.</p>

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<p>I also want to add one thing more…. when you think about life in general, it is not broken down into academic and social. At a school such as Midd, it’s all woven together. My kid also made great relationships with his professors, some even becoming his friends. College is about the education… his freshman roommate remained one of is best friends. They shared a love of history, even though it wasn’t either one of their majors. Im just saying that when you consider college in a general way, you have to look at the whole of it. My son found great support, challenge, opportunity and friendships that added to his DNA. </p>

<p>Midd almost broke us as full pays. But I can honestly say we felt it was money well spent. Our son had people that truly believed in his ability to succeed in all ways. I was so proud at the friends he made, the relationships he had and the life he had built over those four years. I guess all I am saying is it isn’t just about what goes on Saturday night.</p>

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<p>I would love to hear from your son.</p>

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<p>Hello everyone, I am an international student applying this year. I really liked what Middlebury had to say about them self and loved what i learned about it from the internet. I do feel like i’ll fit in here quite nicely.
Dont know my disastrously bad SAT score yet, but im thinking its gonna be something like a 1800. I do have ECAs and some interesting life stories and based my essay on them.
What do you guys think about my chances? :)<br>
I am from Bangladesh if that changes anything. I will need some aid though!</p>