Built for Students, by Students

Help verify tuition, housing costs, and campus life data

Public, 4-Year
Burlington, VT

University of Vermont

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in VT. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$18,890

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

60.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

77.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$62,472

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Vermont is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Burlington, VT. With a competitive tuition profile of $18,890, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 77.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing640 – 720
20025th–75th percentile800
Math610 – 700
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite29 – 32
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

60.0%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$75,560

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$32,472

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$249,160

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$573,880

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Vermont is $20,951.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
63.6%
36.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
83.5%
Hispanic
5.4%
Two or more
4.0%
Asian
2.7%
Unknown
2.6%
International
0.9%
Black
0.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$18,890

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$11,958
$30k - $48k$13,113
$48k - $75k$17,261
$75k+$22,233

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$20,951
Pell Grant Recipients12.8%
Using Federal Loans38.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment80.6%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

88.2%

Success

77.2%

In-State Cost

$18,890

Age 25+ Students

3.8%

Carnegie Class

R2: Doctoral — High Research

Working at 6yr

767 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Burlington (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Burlington (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Burlington

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,341

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,441

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,887

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Burlington metropolitan area.