Acceptance Rate
65%
Avg. SAT
1440
75th percentile
“Flagship public university on Lake Champlain, blending environmental science with Burlington's lively waterfront energy.”
Burlington, VT
Location
Small City
Campus Setting
Students who thrive here embrace Vermont's outdoor rhythm and a collaborative spirit, often majoring in sustainability or health fields while volunteering at local farms or nonprofits. Those seeking nonstop urban buzz or mild weather might feel isolated, as the area's high cost of living amplifies Burlington's small-city scale. UVM's personality shines through its public mission: accessible yet ambitious, fostering leaders who tackle regional issues like climate resilience.
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UVM shines in environmental and natural resources through the Rubenstein School, where you'll dissect climate data in lakeside labs or study forestry on working woodlots; animal and veterinary sciences draw from an on-campus dairy farm, while the Grossman School of Business offers hands-on consulting projects. Classrooms mix seminar discussions with massive intro lectures holding hundreds, so expect teaching assistants in lower-level courses and professors who prioritize undergrad research—many projects land at national conferences. Competitive entry into nursing or engineering means strong high school stats help, but the laid-back advising keeps most on track amid a broad liberal arts core.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
12,276 undergrad • 2,200 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
80%
Black / African American
1%
Hispanic / Latino
6%
Asian
3%
Other / Multi-racial
9%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Burlington, VT
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Burlington's indie vibe fuels weekend exploring, from Phish shows to farmers' markets, but the campus feels self-contained, with over 150 clubs spanning improv to ultimate frisbee. Party scene skews casual house bashes over ragers, fitting the chill, nature-first crowd.
Housing
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Meal Plan Available
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Athletics
Athletic Association
America East Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
No
Air Force
No
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
Cost & Aid
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Receiving Pell Grants
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
89%
4 Years Graduation Rate
71%
6 Years Graduation Rate
78%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$62,472
89% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at University of Vermont and return in the fall. 71% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 78% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
71%
4-5 years
7%
6-8 years
1%
Non-grad
21%
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Key Statistics
Type
Public
Tuition
$16,280
Acceptance
65%
Undergrads
12,276
4-Year Grad Rate
71%
Endowment
$835M
Burlington, VT 05405-0160
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