Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Burlington, Vermont |
| Online | uvm.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The University of Vermont (UVM), established in 1791, occupies a hilltop campus in Burlington overlooking Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains, with downtown Burlington located just east of campus. The 460-acre main campus combines traditional green quadrangles with historic buildings in the Federal and Collegiate Gothic styles, while newer facilities house the medical center and STEM departments. As Vermont's sole land-grant institution, UVM offers comprehensive academic programs through seven undergraduate colleges and schools, with particular strengths in environmental sciences, sustainable agriculture, medical education, and engineering. The university maintains selective admission standards and requires first-year students to live in one of the multiple residential complexes spread throughout campus. UVM competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Catamounts, with its men's basketball and skiing programs having achieved notable success.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
UVM is rated within the top 30% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Vermont within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#205 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#46 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Colleges in Vermont
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Vermont
#107 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in Vermont
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1250/1420 |
| ACT | 29/32 |
| GPA | 3.75 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $55 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Vermont Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,610 |
| Room and Board | $13,354 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,354 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,798 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,610 |
| Room and Board | $13,354 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,354 |
| Total One Year Cost | $60,798 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 17% |
| Business | 9% |
| Natural Resources Conservation | 8% |
| Health Professions | 7% |
| Psychology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=231174 IPEDS survey data for University of Vermont.
Current students may use the University of Vermont GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025