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University of Vermont

#2 in Best Colleges in Vermont
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Burlington, VT
  • 1,675 reviews
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    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Value
      A-
    3. Diversity
      B+
    4. Campus
      A-
    5. Athletics
      B+
    6. Party Scene
      A
    7. Professors
      A-
    8. Location
      A
    9. Dorms
      B-
    10. Campus Food
      B
    11. Student Life
      A
    12. Safety
      B
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    About University of Vermont...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I (without football)
    Athletic Conference
    America East Conference
    Address
    194 South Prospect St
    Burlington, VT 05401
    Website
    uvm.edu
    From University of Vermont

    Since 1791, the University of Vermont has worked to move humankind forward. Today, UVM is a Public Ivy and top 100 research university of a perfect size, large enough to offer a breadth of ideas, resources, and opportunities, yet small enough to enable close faculty-student mentorship across all levels of study, from bachelor’s to M.D. programs. Here, students’ educational experience and activities are enriched by our location — from the energy and innovation of Burlington to the forests, farms, and independent spirit of Vermont. UVM provides students endless ways to explore the world, challenge ideas, and dig in on the most pressing issues of our time.

    Our hometown perennially appears on national rankings that laud its livability, access to nature and recreation (including the best skiing in the northeast), thriving food and music scene, rising identity as a technology and innovation hub, and its status as a top college town.

    University of Vermont Rankings

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

    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    January 15
    Acceptance Rate
    67%
    SAT Range
    1180-1350
    ACT Range
    25-30
    Application Fee
    $55
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    Yes

    Cost

    Net Price
    $19,815/ 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
    $16,347/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    95%

    Academics

    Professors
    A-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    16:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    69%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.95 responses
    52%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.113 responses
    49%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.113 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Business
      224 Graduates
    • Environmental Science
      190 Graduates
    • Psychology
      125 Graduates
    • Nursing
      101 Graduates
    • English
      96 Graduates
    • Mechanical Engineering
      95 Graduates
    • Biology
      92 Graduates
    • Political Science and Government
      81 Graduates
    • Public Relations
      78 Graduates
    • Economics
      73 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    10,395Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    944
    Undergrads Over 25
    2%
    Pell Grant
    15%
    Varsity Athletes
    4%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 69 responses
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    • Active in something
      30%
    • A mix of students with diverse interests.
      19%
    • Ski bum
      16%
    • Granola
      12%
    • Hippie
      9%
    • Hipster.
      6%
    • Progressive
      3%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    —
    Poll
    58%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.142 responses
    Poll
    64%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.159 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 56 responses
    Report
    • Chill
      27%
    • Be accepted for who you are/who you want to be
      23%
    • Passinate people working towards a better world
      20%
    • Rich White Kids
      13%
    • Engaged
      11%
    • Progressive
      4%
    • Accepting individuals who look out for the world
      2%

      After College

      Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
      $47,300/ year
      National
      $33,028
      Graduation Rate
      75%
      National
      49%
      Employed 2 Years After Graduation
      95%
      National
      83%
      72%
      of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.75 responses
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      Love it! Such a great campus with lots and lots of opportunities offered throughtout. Many chances to intern and get connected with the outside world. Great little safe city outside the college. Easy to contact teachers and lots of things to get yourself involved in on campus and off campus. Very pretty campus with average size dorms but very clean and organized rooms. You’ll always find somebody or something to love at the university of Vermont. They have a dairy bar where you can get all different flavors of ice cream at almost any time of the day right in the cafeteria. There is also easy access to skiing and snowboarding mountains which is an activity a lot of students choose to involve themselves in here at University of Vermont. Last but not least, there are thousands and thousands of clubs, sport teams and activities that every student is allowed to go into.
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      The University of Vermont is a great school! The UVM community is close knit and allows students to learn about their passions and grow through connections with others. There are many opportunities for internships, studying abroad, and service learning courses which get students out into the world to learn more than they can learn in the classroom alone. Additionally, Burlington is a great place to go to school. There are great shops and restaurants, as well as arts and live performances. I would recommend UVM to any student who is looking for a stellar University experience!
      WE isn't a cult! Highly recommend joining the Wellness Environment for access to free fitness passes, in-dorm gyms, decently healthy-ish food. Class sizes range from an easy 300 students to smaller, 20-40 size classes as you become more specialized in your classes. Lots of people go out to the bars, house parties can be difficult to get into, Greek life is active but not overly so, and people are generally accepting and welcoming of all sorts of students. However, it's a very, very, very white school population.