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<p>It appears further down in the comments on that thread (posted by a reader who claims to have access to that information). Should we take their word for it? Probably not. But that poster has as much cred as you do. 10 years ago, Middlebury posted a presentation on their institutional research page that listed some cross admit numbers. At the time, 24% of cross admits chose M over W. That number had undoubted risen as Middlebury has ascended in the ranks.</p>
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<p>Do you really think that Middlebury would link to that Fortune article from the college website (or even agree to be interviewed for the article in the first place) if they thought the Fortune article spelled doom and gloom for the college? I think the article is a fair and balanced look at the issues facing all elite colleges in times of economic uncertainty. Middlebury’s per student endowment number still compares favorably to most top schools in the country. Middlebury is still a wealthy institution with a remarkable physical plant, top notch professors (consistently rated #1 by PR), and loyal alumni who are giving at record levels. In fact, the college just broke the 60% alumni giving rate last year. Only a handful of schools in the country have alumni giving rates above 60%. To say “I give Middlebury three more years” is simply an absurd statement that reflects a lack of understanding regarding the college’s financial situation.</p>