Champlain College

Burlington, Vermont · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$35,860

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

65.2%

Admission rate

83%

Undergrad size

2,752

In-state tuition

$47,850

Out-of-state tuition

$47,850

Cost of attendance

$65,009

Median earnings (10y)

$58,386

Admissions

SAT average
1,312
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
81.7%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

15 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (45%), humanities & arts (21%), business (17%).

  • STEM45%
  • Health2%
  • Business17%
  • Humanities & arts21%
  • Social sciences5%
  • Trades & services11%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Bachelor's291$65,066$27,000
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Undergraduate certificate208$27,500
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Master's207$85,464
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's172$45,074$26,000
Security Science and Technology.Bachelor's143$29,080
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Graduate certificate137$83,157
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Master's117$124,697
Design and Applied Arts.Bachelor's103$31,178$26,885
Security Science and Technology.Master's102
Visual and Performing Arts, General.Bachelor's99$21,457$27,000
Computer Programming.Bachelor's91
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Master's69$71,765
Human Resources Management and Services.Master's65
Human Resources Management and Services.Graduate certificate62
Computer Software and Media Applications.Undergraduate certificate57
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's57$51,762$27,000
Computer Programming.Undergraduate certificate50$26,437
Computer Science.Bachelor's46$63,048$27,000
Film/Video and Photographic Arts.Bachelor's42$22,817$27,000
Marketing.Bachelor's42$34,126$24,125
Business/Commerce, General.Associate's40$24,625
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Bachelor's38$70,375$23,949
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies.Graduate certificate36
Human Resources Management and Services.Undergraduate certificate36$28,983
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Graduate certificate35
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies.Bachelor's34$24,365$26,000
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate29$34,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Master's28$43,805
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Bachelor's27$50,262$34,304
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management.Bachelor's26$28,726
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's25$31,851
Computer Programming.Associate's25
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Bachelor's24$32,856$27,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate23$27,773
Computer Software and Media Applications.Bachelor's22$41,964$27,000
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.Bachelor's22$31,340$23,269
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Bachelor's21$52,991$25,000
Social Work.Bachelor's21
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's21
Security Science and Technology.Graduate certificate19

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Champlain College

Champlain College is a mid-sized institution located in Burlington, Vermont, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,752 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Computer science, Business, Visual & performing arts.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Champlain College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $35,860 per year, which is premium-priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $47,850 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $65,009 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 65.2%, a above-average completion outcome. 81.7% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $58,386 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Champlain College confers degrees and certificates across 15 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Computer science, Business, Visual & performing arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (45% of credentials), humanities & arts (21% of credentials), business (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Champlain College accepts 83% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,312.

Location & campus

Set in Burlington, Vermont (city), Champlain College draws students from across Vermont and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Champlain College

Q.How much does Champlain College cost?

The average net price at Champlain College is $35,860 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $65,009.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Champlain College?

Champlain College has a 6-year graduation rate of 65.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Champlain College?

Champlain College admits 83% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.

Q.How much do Champlain College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Champlain College graduate earns $58,386 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Champlain College?

Published tuition is $47,850 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Champlain College located?

Champlain College is located in Burlington, Vermont (ZIP 05401).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Champlain College at their official website.