At a glance
Average net price
$19,343
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
78.6%
Admission rate
65%
Undergrad size
11,743
In-state tuition
$19,058
Out-of-state tuition
$45,502
Cost of attendance
$35,649
Median earnings (10y)
$62,472
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,374
- ACT midpoint
- 31
- Retention
- 89.2%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
24 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (36%), social sciences (23%), humanities & arts (16%).
- STEM36%
- Health10%
- Business9%
- Humanities & arts16%
- Social sciences23%
- Trades & services5%
- Natural resources11.1%~1,302 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Biological sciences11.0%~1,289 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~1,127 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business9.4%~1,104 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Social sciences8.5%~996 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology7.4%~875 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering7.4%~870 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education5.2%~613 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science4.0%~473 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture3.9%~456 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~446 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~433 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English2.4%~284 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication2.4%~279 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.6%~189 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~184 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~184 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- History1.5%~171 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~113 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~108 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~86 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~81 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.4%~49 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
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.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 445 | $24,599 | $21,632 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 412 | $45,867 | $21,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 319 | $31,295 | $22,958 |
| Medicine. | First professional | 231 | $58,569 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 230 | $32,201 | $23,917 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 216 | $62,784 | $25,257 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 178 | $57,570 | $26,000 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 174 | $46,950 | $21,519 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 174 | $37,373 | $23,127 |
| Animal Sciences. | Bachelor's | 161 | $26,969 | $24,250 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 149 | $36,471 | $23,875 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 135 | $34,110 | $23,250 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 135 | $30,831 | $19,650 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 125 | $35,321 | $24,125 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 121 | $26,493 | $24,968 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 118 | — | $22,250 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 101 | $30,554 | $22,163 |
| Zoology/Animal Biology. | Bachelor's | 99 | $21,951 | $23,250 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 98 | — | $27,000 |
| Public Health. | Master's | 92 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 89 | $33,481 | $20,500 |
| Nutrition Sciences. | Bachelor's | 86 | $34,168 | $19,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 84 | $58,737 | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 80 | $30,610 | $19,000 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 76 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 72 | $38,790 | $23,117 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 71 | $30,097 | $20,497 |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 67 | $24,109 | $19,500 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 66 | $48,262 | — |
| Medical Clinical Sciences/Graduate Medical Studies. | Master's | 64 | $28,246 | — |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 62 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 58 | $48,618 | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 56 | $46,377 | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 56 | $34,354 | $20,000 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 56 | $21,797 | $25,500 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 56 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 54 | $51,377 | $22,375 |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology. | Bachelor's | 49 | $37,907 | $25,000 |
| Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering. | Bachelor's | 48 | $53,529 | $21,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 48 | — | — |
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 University of Vermont
University of Vermont is a large institution located in Burlington, Vermont, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 11,743 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Natural resources, Biological sciences, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Vermont — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $19,343 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $19,058 for in-state students and $45,502 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $35,649 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 78.6%, a strong completion outcome. 89.2% 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 $62,472 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Vermont confers degrees and certificates across 24 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Natural resources, Biological sciences, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (36% of credentials), social sciences (23% of credentials), humanities & arts (16% 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
University of Vermont accepts 65% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,374. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 31.
Location & campus
Set in Burlington, Vermont (city), University of Vermont 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 University of Vermont
Q.How much does University of Vermont cost?
The average net price at University of Vermont is $19,343 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $35,649.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Vermont?
University of Vermont has a 6-year graduation rate of 78.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Vermont?
University of Vermont admits 65% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do University of Vermont graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Vermont graduate earns $62,472 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Vermont?
Published tuition is $19,058 in-state and $45,502 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Vermont located?
University of Vermont is located in Burlington, Vermont (ZIP 05405).
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 University of Vermont at their official website.