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Castleton University

#6 in Best Value Colleges in Vermont
  • 4 Year
  • Castleton, VT
  • 483 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 85%. Popular majors include Accounting, Nursing, and Communications. Graduating 55% of students, Castleton alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $32,000.
    castleton.edu
    (802) 468-5611
    62 Alumni Dr
    Castleton, VT 05735
    About Castleton University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)
    Athletic Conference
    Eastern Collegiate Football Conference
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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
    85%
    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    SAT Range
    920-1110
    ACT Range
    18-23
    Application Fee
    $40
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $16,554/ 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
    $8,214/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    96%

    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

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Accounting
      57 Graduates
    • Nursing
      43 Graduates
    • Communications
      27 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      24 Graduates
    • Psychology
      23 Graduates
    • Sport and Fitness Management
      21 Graduates
    • Athletic Training
      17 Graduates
    • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
      17 Graduates
    • Social Work and Youth Services
      17 Graduates
    • Business
      16 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,590Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    265
    Undergrads Over 25
    5%
    Pell Grant
    40%
    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
    55%
    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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    I love Castleton University. The staff is definitely devoted to making your time there very successful. All of the nursing teachers I have had are amazing at what they do. As soon as I got my first call from the registrars the staff was so friendly and helpful, it's an amazing school!
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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
    The food is terrible and always cold. Being able to ski all the time and graduating in three years makes it worth it. Teachers and classes are a hit or miss, some are great!