Colleges by state
Colleges and Universities in Vermont
14 degree-granting colleges and universities in Vermont that take part in federal student aid programs, from the U.S. Department of Education.
- Colleges14
- Public410 private
- Four-year131 two-year
- Online programs9Report at least one fully online program
Widely offered majors in Vermont: Environmental Science and Sustainability (10), Forestry and Natural Resources (10), Computer Science (9), English and Professional Writing (8), Fine Arts and Studio Art (8), Psychology (8).
| College | City | Type | Level | Online programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bennington College | Bennington | Private nonprofit | Four-year | No |
| Champlain College | Burlington | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Community College of Vermont | Montpelier | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Landmark College | Putney | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Middlebury College | Middlebury | Private nonprofit | Four-year | No |
| Norwich University | Northfield | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Saint Michael's College | Colchester | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| SIT Graduate Institute | Brattleboro | Private nonprofit | Four-year | No |
| Sterling College | Craftsbury Common | Private nonprofit | Four-year | No |
| University of Vermont | Burlington | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Vermont College of Fine Arts | Montpelier | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Vermont Law and Graduate School | South Royalton | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Vermont State Colleges-Office of the Chancellor | Montpelier | Public | Four-year | No |
| Vermont State University | Randolph | Public | Four-year | Yes |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), IPEDS 2024-25 institutional characteristics (HD2024, IC2024). Links go to each school’s official website as reported to IPEDS. “Online programs” means the school reported at least one program offered entirely by distance education.
Colleges in Vermont: frequently asked questions
How many colleges are in Vermont?
Vermont has 14 degree-granting colleges and universities that take part in federal student aid programs, according to the latest U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS) data.
How many public colleges are in Vermont?
4 public, 10 private nonprofit and 0 private for-profit.
How many community colleges and two-year colleges are in Vermont?
1 two-year college, including public two-year colleges such as Community College of Vermont.
How many four-year colleges and universities are in Vermont?
13 four-year colleges and universities, and 12 schools in Vermont offer graduate programs.
Which colleges in Vermont offer online programs?
9 colleges in Vermont reported offering at least one program entirely online. Use the college search with “Offers fully online programs” to see them, and check each school for specific online programs.
Which cities in Vermont have the most colleges?
Montpelier (3), Burlington (2), Bennington (1), Putney (1), and Middlebury (1).
What majors are most widely offered at colleges in Vermont?
Among the 109 majors in this guide, the most widely offered in Vermont are Environmental Science and Sustainability (10 schools), Forestry and Natural Resources (10 schools), Computer Science (9 schools), English and Professional Writing (8 schools), Fine Arts and Studio Art (8 schools), and Psychology (8 schools).
How do I find a college in Vermont that offers my major?
Use the college search with the state set to Vermont and choose your major, or filter by city or ZIP code.
Where does this list of Vermont colleges come from?
From the U.S. Department of Education’s IPEDS data (IPEDS 2024-25 institutional characteristics (HD2024, IC2024)). Confirm programs, costs and admission requirements on each school’s official website.
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