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Vermont State University

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world rank  1825

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Overview

Founded in 1866, the Vermont State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Randolph (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Vermont. Officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, Vermont State University (VSU) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Vermont State University (VSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 159-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. VSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Vermont State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Vermont State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Vermont State University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Vermont State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym VSU
Founded 1866 2023 merger of Castleton University (1787), Northern Vermont University (2018) and Vermont Technical College (1866)
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University Location

Address 124 Admin Drive, PO Box 500
Randolph
05061-0500 Vermont
United States
Vermont State University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Vermont State University Phone Number (802) 728 1000
Vermont State University Fax Number (802) 728 1390
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Vermont State University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Vermont State University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Vermont State University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Vermont State University.



Vermont State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)
International
students
25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Vermont State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Vermont State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 50-59% making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Vermont State University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Vermont State University's Admission Office Admission Office



800 442 8821


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Vermont State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Vermont State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Vermont State University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Vermont State University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Vermont State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a rural setting.


Vermont State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Vermont State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Vermont State University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Vermont State University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Vermont State University's Library


Vermont State University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Vermont State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Vermont State University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Vermont State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Vermont State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Vermont State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Vermont State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Vermont State University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Vermont State University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Vermont State University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2005


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Vermont State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
  • Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
  • Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Vermont State University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Vermont State Colleges (VSC)
  • United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Small College Athletic Association (NSCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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