University of Vermont
UVM
Burlington, Vermont 05405-0160
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for biology
University of Vermont is a public institution in Burlington with particular strength in biology and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1357, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 11.6K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
79% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $62,472 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,860.
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More About This School
Varsity Sports — Catamounts
History & Fun Facts
- •History The University of Vermont in 1845Old Mill, the oldest campus buildingBillings Memorial Library, built in 1883, was the university's library until 1961 when the larger Guy W.
- •The University of Vermont was founded as a private university in 1791, the same year Vermont became the fourteenth U.
- •The university enrolled its first students ten years later.
Source: Wikipedia
Notable Alumni
John Dewey
Philosopher and educational reformer
Jody Williams
Nobel Peace Prize laureate
Annie Proulx
Pulitzer Prize-winning author
Grace Coolidge
Former First Lady of the United States
Brian Halligan
Co-founder and CEO of HubSpot
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1357
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Decision
November 1
Early Action
November 1
Regular Decision
January 15
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Transfer Admission
International Students
English Proficiency Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
62.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$17,500
Academics
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Programs (171)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
After Graduation
Top Employers
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
88%
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
89
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from VT state average + city premium
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Visit Planning
Nearby Hotels
Plan Your Visit
Nearby Attractions
Church Street Marketplacewalkable
Pedestrian mall with shops, restaurants, and entertainment
Lake Champlainwalkable
Waterfront with beaches and recreation
Burlington Bike Pathwalkable
Scenic lakeside trail
Smugglers' Notch
Ski resort and mountain recreation