Top Colleges in Vermont

Written by Gabriel Jimenez-Ekman

Updated: May 28th, 2024

Vermont may not be the highest-populated or largest state, but when it comes to colleges and universities, they have many great options. Between public schools like University of Vermont and private liberal arts schools like Middlebury College, Vermont has something for any student.

Vermont is also a member of Tuition Break, which offers tuition discounts at public institutions for many New England states. Students from Vermont can attend partner schools for steeply discounted tuition, and students from out-of-state can attend Vermont schools with these same benefits.

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Middlebury College

Middlebury, VT • Private, Non-Profit, Town, Need-Blind

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If you're passionate about languages, Middlebury is famous for its Language Schools, where students can immerse themselves in intensive language study during the summer. The campus features classic New England…Read More

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13% acceptance

94% graduation rate

2,751 undergrads

$25,185 net price

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University of Vermont

Burlington, VT • Public, City

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University of Vermont is a public 4-year college located in Burlington, Vermont. There are currently 11,326 undergraduates at UVM and the school’s acceptance rate is 60%. The tuition at UVM…Read More

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60% acceptance

76% graduation rate

11,326 undergrads

$20,795 net price

Saint Michael's College

Colchester, VT • Private, Non-Profit, Suburb

Saint Michael's College is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Colchester, Vermont. There are currently 1,200 undergraduates at Saint Michael's and the school’s acceptance rate is 85%. The tuition…Read More

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85% acceptance

74% graduation rate

1,200 undergrads

$25,392 net price

Norwich University

Northfield, VT • Private, Non-Profit, Town

Norwich University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Northfield, Vermont. There are currently 2,706 undergraduates at Norwich and the school’s acceptance rate is 83%. The tuition at Norwich…Read More

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83% acceptance

61% graduation rate

2,706 undergrads

$23,087 net price

Champlain College

Burlington, VT • Private, Non-Profit, City

Champlain College is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Burlington, Vermont. There are currently 3,031 undergraduates at Champlain and the school’s acceptance rate is 56%. The tuition at Champlain…Read More

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56% acceptance

65% graduation rate

3,031 undergrads

$32,455 net price

Bennington College

Bennington, VT • Private, Non-Profit, Town

Bennington College, situated in Bennington, Vermont, is a private liberal arts college known for its progressive educational approach and emphasis on individualized learning. The college's Plan Process allows students to…Read More

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45% acceptance

69% graduation rate

733 undergrads

$29,787 net price

Castleton University

Castleton, VT • Public, Town

Castleton University is a public 4-year college located in Castleton, Vermont. There are currently 1,585 undergraduates at Castleton and the school’s acceptance rate is 81%. The tuition at Castleton is…Read More

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81% acceptance

54% graduation rate

1,585 undergrads

$16,355 net price

Northern Vermont University

Johnson, VT • Public, Rural

Northern Vermont University is a public 4-year college located in Johnson, Vermont. There are currently 1,266 undergraduates at Northern Vermont and the school’s acceptance rate is 73%. The tuition at…Read More

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73% acceptance

38% graduation rate

1,266 undergrads

$14,552 net price

About the Data

We sort colleges on our lists according to their Scholarships360 Top Colleges Index Score. This score is calculated using up-to-date information taken directly from the College Scorecard. Additional information is sourced from the colleges themselves, as well as other publicly available information. If you see an error, feel free to contact us.

State grants in Vermont

Vermont Grant:

The Vermont Grant is a grant funded by Vermont’s government. The amount awarded will be based on the student’s financial situation and the cost of attendance of their postsecondary institution. In order to apply students, must make an account with the Vermont Student Association Corporation.

802 Opportunity Grant:

The 802 Opportunity Grant is a grant that gives low-income Vermont students the opportunity to attend the Community College of Vermont free of tuition. Vermonters of any age can apply, as long as they do not already have a bachelor’s degree.

Vermont tuition reciprocity agreements

Vermont is a part of an organization called the New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE), which allows students in certain programs to study out of state at a discounted tuition rate. The partner states of the NEBHE include:

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Frequently asked questions about colleges in Vermont

What is the hardest school in Vermont to get into?

The college with the lowest acceptance rate in Vermont is Middlebury College with an acceptance rate of 13%. Don’t let the competitiveness of a school’s application process deter you from applying. There are many different factors for admissions to consider, as well as many factors beyond an acceptance rate for you to consider as well!

Does Vermont have tuition reciprocity?

Yes! Vermont is a part of the New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE) which is an organization that partners with 5 other states in the northeast to give students the opportunity to attend out of state schools at a discounted tuition rate.

Why should I study in Vermont?

The New England area is very charming, with its coastline towns, scenic landscapes and famously vibrant fall foliage. This makes it a great place to be if you like to enjoy nature and outdoor activities like hiking and biking. Vermont in particular is one of the safest states in the country and has a strong sense of community being one of the smallest states in the country as well. Some of the most popular industries in Vermont include tourism, manufacturing and agriculture. That’s all to say, there is much more to Vermont than maple syrup.

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Top Colleges in Vermont

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Middlebury College

University of Vermont

Saint Michael's College

Norwich University

Champlain College

Bennington College

Castleton University

Northern Vermont University

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State grants in Vermont

Vermont Grant:

802 Opportunity Grant:

Vermont tuition reciprocity agreements

Other college lists to explore

Frequently asked questions about colleges in Vermont

What is the hardest school in Vermont to get into?

Does Vermont have tuition reciprocity?

Why should I study in Vermont?

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