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Castleton University

#6 in Best Value Colleges in Vermont
  • 4 Year
  • Castleton, VT
  • 479 reviews
    How to Apply
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      C+
    2. Value
      B+
    3. Diversity
      A-
    4. Campus
      C+
    5. Athletics
      B-
    6. Party Scene
      B-
    7. Professors
      B-
    8. Location
      B-
    9. Dorms
      B-
    10. Campus Food
      C+
    11. Student Life
      C+
    12. Safety
      B+
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    Castleton is a public university located in Castleton, Vermont. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 1,590 undergraduate students. The Castleton acceptance rate is 82%. Popular majors include Business, Nursing, and Health Service Preparatory Studies. Graduating 54% of students, Castleton alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $32,000.
    About Castleton University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)
    Athletic Conference
    Eastern Collegiate Football Conference
    Address
    62 Alumni Dr
    Castleton, VT 05735
    Website
    castleton.edu
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    Castleton University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    82%
    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    SAT Range
    920-1130
    ACT Range
    17-23
    Application Fee
    $40
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $16,467/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $7,137/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    92%

    Academics

    Professors
    B-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    15:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    77%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.30 responses
    61%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.33 responses
    61%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.33 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Business
      74 Graduates
    • Nursing
      33 Graduates
    • Health Service Preparatory Studies
      32 Graduates
    • Social Work and Youth Services
      31 Graduates
    • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
      28 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      25 Graduates
    • Communications
      19 Graduates
    • Sport and Fitness Management
      19 Graduates
    • Psychology
      16 Graduates
    • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
      15 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,590Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    265
    Undergrads Over 25
    5%
    Pell Grant
    35%
    Varsity Athletes
    36%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 25 responses
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    • Friendly
      60%
    • Vermonter
      28%
    • Athletic
      8%
    • Hick
      4%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
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    Poll
    59%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.39 responses
    Poll
    73%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.45 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 27 responses
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    • Small school with a big heart.
      89%
    • Hidden Gem
      11%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $37,900/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    54%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    95%
    National
    83%
    79%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.24 responses
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    Castleton University Reviews

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    I really love castleton! I wasn't sure if I wanted to go to such a small campus, but I ended up liking it so much. The people there are so nice and always willing to help you and be there for you. While the students are the same way. I made so many new friends so quickly, it was incredible. The food was great, the work load wasn't to bad either. Overall, I would recommend Castleton University
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    Castleton University is a small school located in central Vermont. Surrounded by mountains, this institution combines the beauty of Vermont scenery with advanced technologies throughout campus. As an alum of the Natural Sciences Department, the small student-faculty ratio allowed me to easily get to know both the faculty and my peers, while presenting opportunities such as undergraduate research. The commitment to the students is overwhelmingly evident, fostering an environment fit for success. I would not change a thing about my undergraduate years, other than I wish I could have stayed longer.
    As an alum of Castleton University, I am proud to tell others about where I went to school. Castleton is a school where you know your professors, know the staff, and even know the president. While the school may be small, it has a big heart and has only improved and grown since I graduated. I'm always happy to recommend Castleton!