University of Vermont

• Founded: 1719 year
• Location: Burlington, Vermont, USA
• Age of students: from 17 years
• Number of students: 12,000 people (foreigners - from 200 to 400 people)
• Type of education: mixed
• Accommodation Type: Residence
• English language.

The history of the state university University of Vermont begins in 1791 - in the same year Vermont was recognized as the 14th US state. Today, the University of Vermont is one of the five oldest and most respected high schools in America, a member of the Public Ivy Educational Association, which is considered an analogue of the Ivy League for public universities - and this is not the only achievement over the years of successful work:

• In 2016, entered the top 100 US universities (US News Best Colleges ranking)
• In the same year, it became one of the 40 leading state universities in America (US News Best Colleges rating)
• In 2013, student UVM Bored received the prestigious About.com Reader's Choice award
• The university takes the 82nd place in the national rating of the US News & World Report
• 18th place in the list of state universities offering curricula from medicine, law and business (rating Wall Street Journal)
• Top 50 universities and colleges in America, whose graduates receive the highest salaries after graduation (BusinessWeek.com website)
• In 2015, he entered the list of top 200 American universities (138th place) in terms of access to education (Forbes).

In addition, the University of Vermont has the strongest teaching staff, in which 90% of teachers have a doctorate degree. Student to teacher ratio 1:15.

The structure of the University of Vermont is represented by 7 faculties, in which more than 100 specialties with a bachelor’s or master’s degree are available.

The structure of the University of Vermont includes specialized offices and departments that provide comprehensive support on a wide range of issues: from adapting to the American education system, selecting suitable academic disciplines and extracurricular activities, to career guidance, internship placement, and employment opportunities, as well as additional professional development. Some departments are responsible for organizing unconventional classes, whether it's online learning or evening courses.

Teaching is based at 9 specialized colleges:

• Agriculture, life sciences,
• Arts and Sciences,
• Education, social services,
• Engineering, mathematics,
• Nursing, health sciences,
• Business,
• Environment, natural resources,
• Higher and continuing education,
• Medicine.

UVM is among universities with very high research activity: in 2025, it attracted over $225 million from investors supporting the scientific work of students and specialists.  Scientific work is carried out on the basis of each specialized college, as well as in specialized laboratories of centers and institutes at UVM.

Throughout its history, UVM has been a pioneer in many respects:

• Unique among state universities in the United States: it was planned and organized outside of the state itself,
• The first American higher education institution whose charter stated that "the rules, regulations and bylaws shall not give preference to any religion or denomination",
• The first American university to admit women (1875) and African Americans (1877).

On the campus of the University of Vermont for accommodation are offered residential buildings with a total capacity of 5 thousand people. First and second year undergraduate students must live on campus - these can be either rooms for 1-2 people or apartments for 2-4 people. All rooms of the residences are bright, spacious and cozy: there is a separate bathroom, furniture, household appliances, wireless Internet throughout the building. University students eat in the campus canteen or in catering establishments (cafes, snack bars, restaurants) located outside of it.

The extracurricular student life of the university is very well developed - more than 200 associations, clubs, sections operate on the basis of the University of Vermont:

• Newspaper
• TV channel
• Legal organization
• Radio station and not only.

There are many cultural and recreational activities on campus and beyond:

• Night film screenings
• Casino Games
• Skiing
• Barbecue on the lake
• Stand-up comedians, etc.

The university’s sporting life is also developing dynamically: there are about 56 sports clubs in Vermont, offering a variety of education - from basic to professional level.

On the basis of the University of Vermont, there are 18 teams representing different kinds of sports - they already have more than 10 championship titles, and university graduates after completing their studies and career development have earned a total of 6 Olympic medals.

• Classification "R1: Very High Research Activity",
• #1 in the ranking of top public institutions with significant impact — Princeton Review 2025,
• #4 on the list of medical schools with the most diverse student body — US News&World Report 2024,
• 92% of undergraduate students receive financial aid,
• More than 100 scientific specialties based at 9 specialized colleges,
• Flexible learning formats, including evening and online classes,
• Cooperation with foreign universities and organizations under exchange programs, internships,
• Student-to-faculty ratio — 1:17,
• Active student life: varsity sports teams, dozens of thematic communities, creative groups and social clubs.

The campus of the University of Vermont is located in the small city of Burlington, which has a cozy and safe atmosphere. This is a very good location, because here university students can enjoy all the entertainment available in the city - go to cinemas, shopping centers, walk on the coast, use boat stations and much more.

The campus of the University occupies a total area of 1.83 square kilometers near the picturesque Lake Champlain. The university has modern technical equipment and convenient infrastructure, including various facilities necessary for comfortable study and in general stay in the territory:

• Library
• Sports complex
• Laboratory of Rubinstein Ecosystems
• Water Laboratory on Lake Champlain
• 4 farms for agricultural research.
• Historic University Green Building
• Student Center *
• Fleming Museum of Art
• The unit of the largest hospital in Vermont is Fletcher Allen Health Care.

* The first in America received the prestigious gold award of the US Green Building Council LEED.

You can start education in one of the types of educational programs during the year three times:

• Aug. Sept
• January
• May June.

Cost of programs:

• Pathway - from $ 19084 / year
• Undergraduate - from 38160 $ / year
• Pre-masters - from 20148 $ / year
• Master - from $ 32616 / year.

Additional charge:

• Registration fee
• Accommodation and meals - from $ 4900 to $ 12000 per year.
• Teaching materials - $ 1200
• Visa and consular fees
• Medical insurance
• Air tickets in both directions
• Transfer.

Applicants must complete an online application and a detailed registration form, provide the required documents, and pass an interview (entrance exams may also be required). The admissions committee evaluates candidates based on their previous academic achievements and communication with them, after which they are included in the list of students enrolled in the current or subsequent year.

The admission process to UVM is classified as "more selective", which is confirmed by the annual enrollment of only 15-20% of applicants.

According to statistics from recent years, 94% of University of Vermont graduates were employed or continued their academic path within six months of completing the program. The list of alumni includes Fulbright scholars, Olympic champions, and Nobel laureates.

To become students of the University of Vermont , foreign students need to have a certain level of language:

Other required documentation:

• High School Diploma (Pathway and Undergraduate)
• Bachelor's degree (Pre-masters and Master).

Almost all undergraduate students receive financial support in the form of a scholarship, grant or special assistance based on need. Scholarships are awarded to students with high academic scores or achievements in sports, creativity, science; the award covers part of the annual program cost and can be extended if excellent results are maintained. Students can also take advantage of external funding sources: federal loans and grants, private scholarships from partner organizations.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision