Vermont's higher education landscape offers students a compelling mix of liberal arts excellence and practical career preparation across 10 qualifying institutions. The top-ranked schools combine strong academic programs with distinctive regional advantages, from Middlebury College's globally recognized language immersion programs to the University of Vermont's research opportunities and state-school value. Private institutions claim 2 of the top 5 spots, while public universities provide accessible pathways to quality education. When evaluating Vermont colleges, students should prioritize factors like faculty-to-student ratios, career services strength, and outdoor recreation access,a unique selling point for nearly every campus in the Green Mountain State's naturally rich environment.
11
Schools Ranked
$48,623
Avg. Earnings
59.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate
Top 11 Schools
| # | School | Graduation Rate | Median Earnings | Acceptance Rate | In-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Middlebury College
Middlebury, Vermont
|
92.6% | $76,310 | 12.7% | $65,280 |
| 2 |
University of Vermont
Burlington, Vermont
|
78.6% | $62,472 | 59.8% | $18,890 |
| 3 |
Vermont State University
Randolph, Vermont
|
48.9% | $50,331 | 49.8% | $11,400 |
| 4 |
Champlain College
Burlington, Vermont
|
63.0% | $58,386 | 55.7% | $45,550 |
| 5 |
Community College of Vermont
Montpelier, Vermont
|
26.1% | $36,234 | $3,560 | |
| 6 |
Goddard College
Plainfield, Vermont
|
75.0% | $25,552 | 85.7% | $19,568 |
| 7 |
Saint Michael's College
Colchester, Vermont
|
68.9% | $61,317 | 85.2% | $50,040 |
| 8 |
Norwich University
Northfield, Vermont
|
61.0% | $65,575 | 82.6% | $49,600 |
| 9 |
Bennington College
Bennington, Vermont
|
66.7% | $38,289 | 45.3% | $64,644 |
| 10 |
Sterling College
Craftsbury Common, Vermont
|
42.9% | $30,573 | 92.9% | $40,760 |
| 11 |
Landmark College
Putney, Vermont
|
26.5% | $29,813 | 44.9% | $64,290 |
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