
UVM is a public institution located in Burlington, Vermont and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Vermont. Approximately fourteen thousand students are enrolled annually at UVM.
Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- English Language And Literature
- Health And Clinical Professions
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to University of Vermont. A score between 1630 - 1920 on the SAT, or 24 - 29 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. This school has an admissions rate of 75% of which only 14% decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $16,000, while nonresidents pay $38,000 for the year. Student housing is available for students and costs approximately $7,100 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.
The mascot for University of Vermont is the "Catamounts", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Students may visit the school's http://www.uvm.edu to view additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants University of Vermont accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at University of Vermont is around 13,000 students. The student body is made up of 86% undergraduate students and 19% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $17,300. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $55 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- In-State: $15,000-$18,000
- Out-of-State: $37,000-$44,470
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $610-$730 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $1,500-$1,900 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 91% | $14,525 |
Receiving Student Loans | 52% | $7,983 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, University of Vermont may provide services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Graduation Rates
University of Vermont has a very high graduation rate when compared to similar schools nearby.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 65% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 10% |
Graduating in 6 Years | 1% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Dietetics Program
- Coordinated Dietetics Program
- Medical (M.D.) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Radiation Therapist Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Vermont is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-AAA classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (America East)
- Track and Field (America East)
- Field Hockey
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by University of Vermont by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Animal Science (B, D)
- Agronomy and Crop Science (B)
- Agriculture (B)
- Plant Sciences (D, M)
- Horticultural Science (B)
Architecture
- Urban Planning (C)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Neuroscience (B, D, M)
- Wildlife Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B, D)
- Zoology (B)
- Microbiology (B)
- Botany (B, D, M)
- Molecular Biology (B, D)
- Molecular Biology (D, M)
- Pathology, Experimental Pathology (M)
- Biostatistics (M)
- Pharmacology (D)
- Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Entrepreneurship (B)
- Accounting (M)
Communications and Journalism
- Public Relations, Advertising and Applied Communication (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, D, M)
- Computer Systems Analyst (B)
Education
- Elementary Education (B)
- Curriculum and Instruction (M)
- Special Education (M)
- Early Childhood Education (B)
- Higher Education Administration (M)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (D, M)
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education (B)
- Mathematics Teacher Education (B)
- Education (B, C, M)
- Education, Early Childhood Special Education Programs (B)
- Music Teacher Education (B)
- Art Teacher Education (B)
- Physical Education (B)
- Social Studies Teacher Education (B)
- Middle School Teacher (B)
- Science Teacher (B)
- Foreign Language Teacher Education (B)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (M)
- Secondary Education
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Environmental and Environmental Health Engineering (B)
- Industrial Engineering (B)
- Engineering (B)
- Biomedical Engineering
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Women's Studies (B)
- Asian Studies (B)
- Disability Studies (C)
- Russian Studies (B)
- European Civilization Studies
- Italian Studies
- Latin American and Caribbean Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Family Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Chinese Language and Literature (B)
- Spanish Language and Literature (B)
- Japanese Language and Literature (B)
- French Language and Literature (B)
- Linguistics (B)
- Russian Language and Literature (B)
- German Language and Literature (B, M)
- Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics (B, C, M)
- Latin Language and Literature (B)
- Ancient Greek Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Medicine (D)
- Nursing (B)
- Dietetics (B, M)
- Physical Therapy (D)
- Communication Disorders (B, M)
- Nursing Science (M)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Public Health (C)
- Radiology Technician (B)
- Nuclear Medicine (B)
- Health and Wellness, General
- Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
- Medical Scientist
- Family Practice Nurse
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- International and Global Studies (B)
- Nutrition (B, M)
- Historic Preservation and Conservation (M)
- Systems Science and Theory (C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, D, M)
- Statistics (B, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Studies (B)
- Environmental Science (B)
- Environmental and Wildlife Management (B, D, M)
- Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism (B)
- Forestry (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
- Religious Studies (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
- Public Administration (M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B, C)
- Anthropology (B)
- Development Economics and International Development (B, M)
- Sociology (B)
- Geography (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Film Studies (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Art History (B)
- Music (B)
- Music Performance
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Vermont.
- SUNY College at Plattsburgh in Plattsburgh, NY (20 miles away)
- Northern Vermont University Johnson Campus in Johnson, VT (29 miles away)
- Lyndon State College in Lyndonville, VT (58 miles away)
- Castleton State College in Castleton, VT (60 miles away)
- SUNY College at Potsdam in Potsdam, NY (88 miles away)
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