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College costs in Vermont

Last checked: 2026-10-26

This page lists the 2 pilot schools in Vermont that are covered in this pilot. The lowest published total cost among them is $35,798 at University of Vermont, for one year, in state. The full list of 300 pilot schools is on the homepage, and selection for the pilot is explained on the methodology page.

Vermont averages

FigureAverage
Total cost for one year, in state$60,839
Total cost for one year, out of state$73,339
Average net price for one year$22,487
Acceptance rate35.2%

Averages on this page are simple averages across the pilot schools in Vermont that publish each figure. They describe the schools listed on this site, not every college in the state.

Schools in Vermont ranked by total cost

SchoolCityTotal cost, in stateTotal cost, out of stateAverage net price
University of VermontBurlington$35,798$60,798$22,062
Middlebury CollegeMiddlebury$85,880$85,880$22,912

Schools in Vermont ranked by acceptance rate

SchoolAcceptance rate, fall 2023ApplicantsAdmitted
Middlebury College10.4%13,2971,379
University of Vermont60.0%28,23616,947

Frequently asked questions

How much does college cost in Vermont?

Across the 2 pilot schools in Vermont that publish a total cost, the simple average total cost for one year is $60,839 for in state students. Individual schools on this page range from $35,798 upward.

What is the cheapest pilot school in Vermont on this site?

By published total cost for one year, the lowest is University of Vermont at $35,798 for in state students. Average net price can change the order, because grant aid differs by school.

What is the average acceptance rate in Vermont?

Across the 2 pilot schools in Vermont that publish a rate, the simple average acceptance rate is 35.2% for fall 2023.

Are these every college in Vermont?

No. This pilot covers 300 schools nationwide, chosen by measured search demand, selectivity, and enrollment, with at least one school in every state. The Vermont page lists only the pilot schools in the state.

Sources: the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System and College Scorecard, United States Department of Education. See the methodology page for sources, years, and how averages are worked out.