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University of Vermont

Burlington, VT · Public · Small city · Website

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Admission rate
65%
Accessible
Average net price
$20,277
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
81%
Median earnings
$68,368
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Vermont is a public college in Burlington, VT with 11,743 undergraduates. It admits 65% of applicants, and admitted students average 1374 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $20,277 per year ($11,915 for families earning under $30,000). 81% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $68,368 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
65%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
28,236
Fall 2023
Admitted
16,947
Fall 2023
Yield
17%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing660–730
200800
SAT Math630–710
200800
ACT Composite30–32
136

What University of Vermont looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$36,569
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$19,514
Out-of-state tuition
$47,554

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$11,915
  • $30–48k$12,762
  • $48–75k$14,146
  • $75–110k$19,946
  • $110k+$28,966

Get a personal estimate with University of Vermont's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
81%
Freshman retention
89%
Median earnings
$68,368
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$19,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
11,743
Student–faculty ratio
17:1
Receive Pell grants
16%
  • White83%
  • Hispanic6%
  • Black1%
  • Asian3%

University of Vermont FAQ

What is University of Vermont's acceptance rate?+

University of Vermont admits 65% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for University of Vermont?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 660–730 on SAT Reading and Writing and 630–710 on SAT Math; the average total is 1374.

What ACT score do you need for University of Vermont?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 30–32.

Is University of Vermont test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of Vermont?+

In Fall 2023, 28,236 students applied to University of Vermont and 16,947 were admitted; 2,896 enrolled.

Does University of Vermont consider legacy status?+

No. University of Vermont reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of Vermont require an essay?+

University of Vermont reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of Vermont cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $36,569 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,277.

What is University of Vermont's graduation rate?+

81% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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