University of Vermont
The University of Vermont (UVM) is among the top tier of universities categorized by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as R1, as well as a Top 100 Research University. offering academic challenge along with expansive research, clinical, field study, and internship experiences. UVM's size (11,743 undergraduate, 1,676 graduate, 487medical students) allows our students to be a member of a Top 100 Research University, with opportunities to make deep academic and personal connections. Although public, nearly 80% of UVM's undergraduates come from outside Vermont and represent 40+ countries. The UVM Medical Center, a level one trauma center located in the heart of campus, and specialized laboratories support UVM's teacher-scholar model. UVM students are engaged, open-minded, and passionate about the world around them. They find inspiration in the Vermont landscape and in Burlington, ranked among the nation's top ten cities for business innovation and best college towns
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Academic programs
- Design
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Psychology
- Computer Science
- Pharmacy
- Public health
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- Night Class Offerings
- On-Campus Housing
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
- Veteran Fee Waiver
- Distance/online learning
Application information
First-year
The University of Vermont considers a first year student any applicant that is in the process of completing high school or has completed high school, but has not yet matriculated to a college or university. This includes U.S. citizens, permanent residents, refugees, or asylees. Apply via the Common Application by November 1 for Early Decision I or Early Action and January 15 for Early Decision II or Regular Decision with your nonrefundable application fee of $55. Learn more about how to apply here.
Transfer
Apply via the Common Application by June 1 for fall transfer and November 1 for spring transfer with your nonrefundable application fee of $55. Additionally, please request a final, official high school transcript be sent by email from your high school directly to UVM Admissions (admissions@uvm.edu) and contact each college/university attended directly to request an official transcript be sent to UVM (Registrar may submit official transcripts electronically at collegetranscriptsubmission@uvm.edu.) Successful transfer applicants to UVM typically have a 3.0 GPA. Learn more about how to apply here.
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Additional information
92% of UVM students receive grants and scholarships – scholarships range –up to $25,000 for out of state and international students, –up to $10,000 for Vermonters and up to $10,000 for transfer students*. More information can be found at uvm.edu/sfs. Please contact your Admissions Counselor with any questions.
Visit us
We invite you to visit our beautiful campus in Burlington, Vermont, or to learn more about us virtually. Most weeks we offer in person visits Monday-Saturday and twice monthly Virtual Information Sessions. Our visits include an information session led by one of our admission counselors, a student Q&A and a guided tour of our campus, including academic buildings, labs and a residence hall. Register for a visit anytime at www.uvm.edu/visit
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