<p>Well, there are bigger differences between the schools than what you focused on. You may have noticed already, but Middlebury is in Central Vermont, while Brown is in Providence. This factor alone should have some impact on your decision. I attended Midd at a time when it wasn’t nearly as diverse as it is now. My sister had attended school in Providence, and while it’s changed a lot since then (for the better mostly) I was happy to be in Vermont rather than Providence (but that’s going to be your decision), and I felt I met all sorts of people from diverse backgrounds. Sure people will always know the Ivies, even more than some of the top LAC’s, though many of the top LAC’s are more selective than many of the Ivies. I always tell people, if name recognition were the deciding factor then we’d all be attending Ohio State or the University of Florida. Rest assured, the people who count (those who will be hiring you and those who will be admitting you to grad school) will all hold Middlebury in high regard. You’ll get a great education at whichever school you choose. You just have to go with your heart. </p>
<p>Out of curiosity, what are the things about Midd you “know [you] shouldn’t like”?</p>