Best Colleges in Vermont

All 13 colleges in Vermont, ranked by overall quality and led by Middlebury College, University of Vermont and Saint Michael's College. 3 public, 10 private. median out-of-state tuition $49,740. lowest in-state tuition $6,920 at Community College of Vermont. Each school below shows its acceptance rate, tuition and average SAT.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best college in Vermont?

Based on our overall rankings, Middlebury College is the top-ranked college in Vermont. Other strong choices include University of Vermont, Saint Michael's College, Norwich University.

How many colleges are in Vermont?

We track 13 four-year colleges in Vermont, including 3 public institutions and 10 private ones.

How much does college cost in Vermont?

The average out-of-state tuition across colleges we track in Vermont is approximately $49,740 per year. In-state students at public schools typically pay significantly less, and most schools offer financial aid that reduces the effective cost.

What are the best public colleges in Vermont?

The best public colleges in Vermont include University of Vermont, Vermont State University, Community College of Vermont. Public universities typically offer lower tuition for in-state residents.

What are the best private colleges in Vermont?

The best private colleges in Vermont include Middlebury College, Saint Michael's College, Norwich University. Private colleges may offer more generous financial aid despite higher sticker prices.

How are these Vermont rankings determined?

Our overall rankings are calculated independently from publicly available data including U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, IPEDS, and aggregated student-experience signals — not from US News or any other publication.

1. Middlebury College — Middlebury, VT · 10.8% acceptance · SAT 1,508 · $67,600 tuition · 91% grad rate
2. University of Vermont — Burlington, VT · 65.3% acceptance · SAT 1,374 · $45,502 tuition · 79% grad rate
3. Saint Michael's College — Colchester, VT · 84.5% acceptance · SAT 1,245 · $51,450 tuition · 73% grad rate
4. Norwich University — Northfield, VT · 74.4% acceptance · SAT 1,190 · $49,740 tuition · 60% grad rate
5. Champlain College — Burlington, VT · 82.9% acceptance · SAT 1,312 · $47,850 tuition · 65% grad rate
6. Bennington College — Bennington, VT · 44.5% acceptance · SAT 1,364 · $66,262 tuition · 71% grad rate
7. Vermont State University — Randolph, VT · 81.7% acceptance · $22,296 tuition · 47% grad rate
8. Sterling College — Craftsbury Common, VT · 66.7% acceptance · $40,760 tuition · 38% grad rate
9. Landmark College — Putney, VT · 49.4% acceptance · $66,540 tuition · 35% grad rate
10. Community College of Vermont — Montpelier, VT · $13,640 tuition · 20% grad rate
11. SIT Graduate Institute — Brattleboro, VT
12. Vermont Law and Graduate School — South Royalton, VT
13. Vermont College of Fine Arts — Montpelier, VT

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