<p>Amherst has an older reputation, whereas Middlebury has more recently become one of the “it” liberal arts colleges, but I’m not sure that one will necessarily get you a better job placement than the other. I do feel that your success will, in part, depend upon how comfortable you feel at the school you choose. It’s usually easier to do well when you are well-adjusted. If you have your heart set on Middlebury, I would definitely ED there.</p>