This is why we are here.
To gather with others who are dedicated to discovery, creativity, community, and action.
The future demands committed, brave leaders in every sector. Catamounts are biologists and painters, physicians and farmers, CEOs and teachers—people in every field with the courage, vision, global mindset, and ambition to effect lasting change.
For people and planet.
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UVM has one of the most beautiful college campuses in the country (Architectural Digest, 2024). But we’re also surrounded by a landscape made for learning, adventures, and forging your own path.
GREEN MOUNTAINS
Hiking, research, and 6 ski resorts within a 50-mile radius
PATRICK LEAHY BURLINGTON
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Direct flights arrive daily from several major cities
UVM MEDICAL CENTER
On-campus teaching hospital, Level 1 Trauma Center, and home of the Larner College of Medicine
CITY OF BURLINGTON
UVM’s campus is in the heart of one of the top college towns in the country
Bustling Canadian city with an Old World European feel, less than 2 hours from campus MONTREAL
BURLINGTON GREENWAY
8-mile bike path running along the lake
LAKE CHAMPLAIN
Destination for research and recreation
FLEMING MUSEUM
World-class art and culture in the heart of campus
Hands-on learning happens at our research farm, equine center, and student-run dairy barn FARMS AND BARNS
Internship and job opportunities abound LOCAL STARTUPS AND INNOVATORS
CHURCH STREET MARKETPLACE
Famed shopping and dining destination that draws visitors from near and far
Students work side-by-side with researchers to answer the world’s questions NATIONALLY FUNDED LABORATORIES
Houses state-of-the-art labs, prototype shop, and media-rich classrooms for collaborative learning STEM COMPLEX
ATHLETIC CAMPUS
Hub for cheering on D1 teams, working out in the fitness center, or having fun with friends at a Campus Rec event
At UVM, your academic experience is tailored to your success in the classroom, in your future career, and on your life’s journey. With over 100 majors across interdisciplinary areas of study, you’ll discover passions that excite you, classmates who challenge you, and professors who become guides and mentors. The resources, partnerships, and networks of a top-100 research university are yours to tap.
11,743
Undergraduate students
13,943
Total students
17:1
Student-faculty ratio
National Schools (U.S. News & World Report, 2025)
Schools in New England (U.S. News & World Report, 2025)
#1 Best School for Making an Impact (Princeton Review, 2024)
Mason’s post-college goal? Launch his own clean agritech business. At UVM, he’s gaining real-world experience bringing ideas from the lab bench to the market with the Academic Research Commercialization program (ARC).
When he’s not innovating in and out of the classroom, Mason is a leader for UVM’s pre-orientation wilderness adventure program. He guided eight students through Vermont’s mountain bike trails for five days.
MASON // MAJOR: ENGINEERING (SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION CONCENTRATION)
“I realized UVM embodied who I am and who I hope to become.”
UVM
All first-year students live on campus in Learning Communities, matching students’ campus homes to their interests and passions. Experience thoughtful programming, intentional learning, and opportunities for connection outside the classroom.
In your learning community, you might...
Participate in cultural celebrations like Lunar New Year
Learn new skills in a cooking workshop
Explore the iconic Green Mountains with a snowshoe trek
Gain new perspectives with community book discussions
Your physical and mental wellbeing are a top priority.
A health hub in the center of campus offering everything from wellness workshops, drop-in counseling, and help with changing habits. You can even pet (or learn to train) a therapy dog!
Primary care, counseling and psychiatry services—the resources you need to stay healthy, right on campus.
Fitness and Recreation
Get moving! Access our fitness center, Group Fitness Hub, indoor cycling studio, and climbing wall.
Public Research University (National Science Foundation)
92% of students engage in research, an internship, or other experience-based learning
UVM is a place of discovery, where a thriving culture of problem solving and creativity means there are always opportunities to do groundbreaking research–as early as your first year.
With mentorship from world-class faculty and support from the Office of Fellowships, Opportunities, and Undergraduate Research (FOUR), your work as an undergrad can help you earn nationally competitive scholarships while impacting your community and the world.
Isabelle’s first class at UVM was organic chemistry with Professor Matthias Brewer–a pioneer in creating better building blocks for medicine. After that first class, she worked in Professor Brewer’s lab for over two years, including summers, on her way to a research career in the pharmaceutical industry. As the recipient of the Goldwater Scholarship, the U.S. Congress’s most prestigious undergraduate scholarship in the natural sciences, math, and engineering, she’s well on her way.
Best of the Best LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges & Universities (Campus Pride, 2023)
Join a community committed to inclusive excellence that inspires you to learn, grow, and thrive.
Our Common Ground helps us build a purposeful community that prepares students to live in a changing world.
SPOTLIGHT: MOSAIC CENTER FOR STUDENTS OF COLOR
PERIN // MAJOR: NEUROSCIENCE
UVM’s identity centers help students build an uplifting circle of support. When Perin first immigrated to the U.S. from India, he struggled to make friends. At UVM, Perin found his sense of belonging at the Mosaic Center for Students of Color–helping students of color connect with each other and navigate university life. With this strong support system, Perin found success–going on to pursue his master’s in pharmacology at UVM.
The number of years in a row UVM’s Grossman School of Business has received Highest Honors from Beta Gamma Sigma, the international business honor society for schools.
UVM’s interdisciplinary approach means you’ll encounter a thriving spirit of problem-solving and creativity all around you.
DEDICATED BUSINESS PROGRAMS Degree in business with concentrations in accounting, finance, marketing, and business analytics and unique strategic themes in entrepreneurship, global business, and sustainable business CASE COMPETITIONS Intercollegiate and international events that test your business acumen and problem-solving skills
JOY AND JERRY MEYERS CUP Business pitch competition where UVM students can win $225,000+ to fund a Vermont startup
DORCAS // MAJOR: BIOCHEMISTRY
Getting world-changing discoveries from the lab bench to the market can be a challenge. The Academic Research Commercialization program (ARC) pairs entrepreneurial students with leading researchers to turn their discoveries into viable commercial technologies.
“I’ve been able to learn so many things that take people years, but I was able to learn in months–
customer
discoveries,
business models,
how to bridge that gap between academia and industry.”
45+ countries with study abroad opportunities
1 in 4 UVM students study abroad
75 home countries of UVM’s international students
UVM is your launchpad to exploring other cultures, preparing for a global career, and building a worldwide network for life –from courses on campus to semesters abroad, from language programs to international internships, from volunteering in other countries to conducting research with global impact.
SOHAM // MAJOR: WILDLIFE & FISHERIES BIOLOGY
Soham has embraced global citizenship. He traveled from Mumbai to Vermont to attend UVM–and kept traveling the world even after he arrived.
Soham spent two months in Kenya’s Masai Mara as a wildlife monitoring intern, contributing to data collection efforts focused on big cats and herbivore ecology. “Through this internship, I’ve been able to explore my research interests as well as my innate passion for wildlife photography and art for science communication.”
Back home at UVM, Soham leads UVM’s International Student Club, helping to build global community, cultural awareness, and support for his fellow international students.
With a world-class medical school and Level 1 Trauma Center right on campus, students have easy access to teaching methods that are shaping the future of medicine.
As an undergrad, you’ll gain firsthand experiences in stateof-the-art clinical settings through the Larner College of Medicine and University of Vermont Medical Center.
admit rate to medical school (national rate: 41%)
After years of dedication to a vision that began in elementary school, Julia’s dream to become a neonatal intensive care (NICU) nurse came true as she began her nursing career at Boston Children’s Hospital.
Julia credits the clinical experiences embedded in the nursing program for their critical role in preparing her for the profession. Working closely with a nurse in the NICU at UVM Medical Center, Julia logged 12hour night shifts to develop essential skills for her career. She also worked summers as a nursing assistant in the Massachusetts General Hospital pediatrics unit to gain hands-on patient care experience.
CLINICAL SIMULATION LABORATORY One of only 10 simulation centers in the country to achieve full accreditation from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare
AUDIOLOGY, SPEECH AND LANGUAGE CLINIC A real-world setting for hearing care, voice and speech therapy
HUMAN MOTION ANALYSIS LABORATORY Leading-edge facility for studying physical activity as a means of optimizing health and preventing injury and disease
APPLETREE BAY PRIMARY CARE A community healthcare practice staffed by UVM faculty, assisted by future nurse practitioners
At UVM, you’ll join visionary changemakers striving to transform educational and social systems for a more humane, just, and equitable society.
LEARN BY DOING, WITH EXPERIENCES LIKE:
INTERNSHIP PLACEMENTS with local schools, nonprofits, and community organizations
Educator PARTNERSHIPS abroad
DREAM, a mentoring program for local children
SERVICE TREK, a volunteer experience serving communities across Vermont
COMMUNITY-ENGAGED LEARNING courses, such as working with children with incarcerated mothers or leading “reminiscence therapy” sessions at an assisted living facility
EVELYN // MAJOR: SOCIAL WORK
For her senior year internship, Evelyn piloted an innovative social work position at a local public library. Her work provides valuable support for community members who have a range of needs and questions–including housing, employment, citizenship, healthcare, and more.
“I appreciate the opportunity to learn from and grow with my peers, and I’ve made lifelong friends along the way. I also made valuable connections with each of my professors and feel fully supported and cared for by each of them. I’m grateful to be in a program where I’m not only a student in my professors’ classes, but also a human being that matters to them.”
STEM at UVM connects students to powerful experiences combining theory and practice, like working and learning in our Gallium Nitride Tech Hub.
Our state-of-the-art STEM complex houses leading-edge facilities like the FabLab, a rapid-prototyping shop for incubating ideas and engaging imaginations.
Engineering students face the ultimate challenge with the Senior Experience in Engineering Design (SEED) program. Local companies like Ben & Jerry’s and GlobalFoundries pose problems, and teams of students combine their skillsets to come up with real-world solutions.
Wayne, an electrical engineering major, was part of a team that worked with Healthy Design, a company specializing in devices to improve the recovery of ICU patients. He and his team created a functioning prototype of a device that helps injured patients improve the mobility of their arms.
The arts and humanities at UVM: for open-minded students who are ready to explore the breadth of human knowledge, combining intellectual discovery, research opportunities, and career readiness.
SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Exploration and advancement of art, music, theater, and dance
SCHOOL OF WORLD LANGUAGES AND CULTURES Engagement with a diverse, globalizing, and ever-changing world
VERMONT LEGISLATIVE RESEARCH SERVICE Policy research opportunities that support state legislators
COMMUNITY NEWS SERVICE Student reporters serving “news deserts” across the country
The collections at UVM’s Fleming Museum of Art provide nearly infinite opportunities for students to observe, research, and learn from art objects firsthand.
Even more so for students like Zoe, a history major with minors in both art history and Holocaust studies, who completed a collections and curatorial internship at the Fleming. Working directly with the curator and collections managers, Zoe learned to properly document a gallery for deinstallation and selected artifacts to be displayed in a new exhibit.
ZOE // MAJOR: HISTORY
“Having a museum on campus gives us the opportunity for hands-on learning without having to travel the whole world: the world is all in one building!”
No matter where you are in the world, you’ll find a UVM alum changing it for the better. Our graduates have the skills and experience needed to create success for themselves and to lead both people and planet toward a better future.
129,000+
Alumni network
124 STUDENTS have won or been finalists for awards such as the Fulbright in the last 5 years
Our culture fosters students who go on to create and manage businesses to address strategic, social, and environmental challenges.
Our graduates have gone on to be leaders at:
AMAZON
APPLE
BANK OF AMERICA
BBDO
BECHTEL GROUP BIOGEN
BNP PARIBAS
BOSTON CELTICS
BURTON FIDELITY
GAP
GOLDMAN SACHS GOOGLE
HONEYWELL AEROSPACE
JOHNSON & JOHNSON
LONG TRAIL BREWING
L’ORÉAL PARIS
MERRILL LYNCH & COMPANY
MORGAN STANLEY
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC
And CEOs or presidents of:
ABC GE HEALTHCARE
HUBSPOT
NASCAR SOTHEBY’S
NETFLIX NIKE NOVO NORDISK SAMSUNG
THOMPSON REUTERS
TIME WARNER
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS
WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Every path to career success is unique. At UVM, you’ll find the support you need to find meaningful work in a place where you can thrive.
Career Center: Connects students and alumni to resources like job fairs, internship opportunities, resume workshops, networking events, and much more.
Career Interest Groups: Build networks of students and community members who share a passion to work in similar fields.
Office of Fellowships, Opportunities and Undergraduate Research (FOUR): Supports students interested in finding research opportunities and nationally competitive fellowships.
Environmental advocates, conservationists, and outdoor enthusiasts: Are you ready to take on complex challenges to radically improve life for people and planet?
We’re surrounded by outdoor classrooms.
Marcelle Melosira, our research vessel on Lake Champlain
10 managed natural areas, including a biological field station on Vermont’s highest peak Proctor Maple Research Center
Forestry major Jon jumped boots first into on-the-ground forestry operations with a summer internship in Idaho. His successes in the classroom and in the field added up to a job offer from the U.S. Forest Service before his final semester began. Now he’s returned to Idaho, this time as a public forester in the Payette National Forest, where he will practice silviculture and fire restoration work. Jon considers geospatial technologies to be among the most important skills he’s learned.
“I’ve used it in my courses and my jobs. Most forestry employers look for experience in geographic information systems or GIS.”
“You can’t get that level of experience just from courses. The internship really broadened my forest knowledge. I now have western forestry experience and an eastern forestry education in two majorly different forest types.”
JON // MAJOR: FORESTRY
A leader in the study of food and agriculture, UVM gives you the knowledge, skills, and values to drive innovation in this vibrant space–creating healthier, more just societies.
From vaccinating cows to shoveling their stalls, students in the Cooperative for Real Education in Agricultural Management (CREAM) program do it all. The reward? Skills and knowledge to excel in countless fields, from business and community development to animal science and biology.
From the Beekeepers club to the Student Nutrition Association, UVM students are working to build a resilient and equitable food system.
Top 50 Green Colleges (Princeton Review, 2025)
At UVM, sustainability is a value that is core to our character, rooted in Vermont’s tradition of environmentalism and action. Through education, research, and practice we work toward flourishing planetary health.
As a student, principles of sustainability come to life in the courses you take, the buildings where you live and learn, and the commitment you find in our faculty, students, and local community.
Bike Friendly University (League of American Bicyclists)
#5
“Green Matters: Everyone Cares About Conservation”
(Princeton Review, 2025)
14
LEED-certified buildings on campus, and one netzero energy building
75% 100%
of academic departments offer sustainability-related courses
of undergraduates take at least one sustainabilityrelated course
Known for its culture, music, delicious food, and iconic views, Burlington is a hub of activity for the UVM community.
We do city life a little differently Theater
Restaurants and bistros
UVM Cultural Resource Guide
Find extensive lists of diverse resources, including everything you need to live, thrive, and find belonging in Burlington
Best college town in the U.S. (Travel + Leisure)
Try a maple creemee.
Studio-hop in the South End Arts District.
Catch live music outdoors and indoors all around the town.
Have a flatbread at American Flatbread.
Walk or ride the 8-mile path along Lake Champlain.
Go “leaf peeping” when the fall foliage comes around.
Swim at Oakledge or Leddy Park beaches.
Find all kinds of dogs to pet on the waterfront boardwalk.
See international talent at the historic Flynn Center – or at the Lane Series right on campus.
The University of Vermont is reached by car, bus, plane or train from several East Coast cities and other destinations.
Driving Times
Montreal 2 hours
Boston 3.5 hours
New York 5.5 hours
6 Ski Resorts Within 50 Miles
Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (BTV) , 3 miles from campus, direct flights arrive daily from several major cities.
Amtrak offers daily service from Burlington to NYC.
Shuttle UVM’s free CATS shuttle gets you from A to B on campus, and provides a safe and convenient connection to downtown.
Walk Campus is just a 10-minute walk to the bustling downtown area.
Bus As a UVM student, you can ride for free throughout the city and beyond.
Bike Use a bikeshare app, or bring your own.
#4
Safest City (WalletHub)
DIVISION I TEAMS Play your heart out as a recruited athlete or cheer on the Catamounts at home games.
CLUB SPORTS Strike the perfect balance of competition, commitment, and fun with teams ranging from nationally competitive to novice.
INTRAMURALS Low-stakes way to get active, connect with friends, and explore a new activity!
Agroecology & Landscape Design
Animal Science
Anthropology
Art—History
Art—Studio
Asian Studies
Biochemistry
Biological Science
Biology
Biomedical Engineering
Business Administration*
Chemistry
Chinese Civil Engineering
Classics
Communication Sciences & Disorders
Community-Centered Design
Community Entrepreneurship
Community & International Development
Computer Science
Computer Science & Information
Systems
Dance
Data Science
Economics
Electrical Engineering
African Studies
Engineering
Engineering Management
English
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Sciences
Environmental Studies
Exercise Science
Film & Television Studies
Food Systems
Forestry
French
Gender, Sexuality & Women’s Studies
Geography
Geosciences
German
Global Studies
Health & Society
History
Human Development & Family Science
Individually Designed
Japanese
Linguistics
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Medical Laboratory Science
Medical Radiation Sciences
Microbiology
Molecular Genetics
Music
Neuroscience
A majority of majors are also available as minors; further options include:
American Sign Language
Applied Design
Astronomy
Behavioral Change Health Studies
Bioinformatics
Biosecurity
Consumer & Advertising
Critical Race & Ethnic Studies
Emergency Medical Services
European Studies
Geospatial Technologies
Green Building & Community
Design
Holocaust Studies
Integrative Health and Wellness Coaching
International Politics
Jewish Studies
Law & Society
Music Technology & Business
Musical Theatre
Pharmacology
Sexuality & Gender
Identity Studies
Soil Science
Sports Management
Sustainable Landscape
Horticulture
Writing
Nursing
Nutrition & Food Sciences
Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Philosophy
Physics
Plant Biology
Political Science
Psychological Science
Public Communication
Public Health Sciences
Religion
Russian
Social Work
Sociology
Spanish
Statistics
Sustainability, Ecology, & Policy
Teacher Education Programs
Art (Pre-K-12)
Early Childhood (Birth-Gr3)
Elementary (K–6)
Middle Level (5–9)
Music (Pre-K–12)
Secondary (7–12) **
Special Education
Theatre
Undeclared
Wildlife & Fisheries Biology
Zoology
* Students select a strategic theme: Global Business, Sustainable Business or Entrepreneurship; and also choose a concentration: Accounting, Finance, Marketing, or Business Analytics.
** Secondary Education students choose a concentration in fields such as English, Language, Mathematics, Science, and Social Science.
Pre-Dental
Pre-Law
Pre-Medical
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Veterinary
Accountancy
Animal Science
Biochemistry
Biology
Biomedical Engineering
Biostatistics
Chemistry
Civil & Environmental Engineering
Community Development & Applied Economics
Complex Systems & Data Science
Computer Science
Counseling
Curriculum & Instruction
You can start working toward a master’s degree as an undergraduate, saving time and money on your path to an advanced degree.
Educational Leadership & Policy Studies
Electrical Engineering
English
Food Systems
Greek & Latin
Historic Preservation
History
Law (3+2 program in partnership with Vermont Law School)
Materials Science
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Medical Laboratory Science
Microbiology & Molecular
Genetics
Natural Resources
Nursing
Nutrition & Food Science
Pharmacology
Physics
Psychology
Public Administration
Public Health
Special Education
Statistics
(Programs listed are current as of November 2024)
The Patrick Leahy Honors College at the University of Vermont is a highly selective residential college enrolling the most talented and committed students from across the globe. There are students from all majors in the Honors College, so no separate application is required for admission.
The first-year Honors College class is 10% of the incoming class.
Access to special advising, networking events, and undergraduate research opportunities
A residential experience promoting academic and personal development
A diverse and inclusive community, grounded in empathy
A holistic approach to community wellbeing
50 Best Honors Colleges (College Transitions, 2024) #12
All applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships:
First-year Vermont residents: Up to $10,000
Out-of-state and international: Up to $25,000
Transfer students: Up to $10,000
Amounts shown are for students entering Fall 2025
We consider your estimated family contribution when determining aid awards, and we are need-blind in our evaluation for admission.
*For students in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, and Grossman School of Business
The UVM Promise allows admitted Vermont residents whose parents’ adjusted gross income (AGI) is $100,000 or less to pay zero tuition.
*Test scores reflect applicants submitting them. UVM remains test optional.
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June 1 Transfer for Fall
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92% of our undergraduate students receive grants and scholarships
94% of graduates are employed or continuing their education within 6 months
