Vermont State University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Vermont State University is a public research university in Randolph, Vermont, serving roughly 3,590 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 81.67% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $50,331 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $11,952
- 2024 Average Net Price: $18,212 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 81.67% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,590 75.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 47.22%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers
- First-Generation Students: 38.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition decrease of 29.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 14.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,908
- Applicants (IPEDS): 3,130
- Room & Board: $13,618 annual estimate
Vermont State University: what the data shows
Common questions about Vermont State University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Vermont State University?
Vermont State University is located in Randolph, VT (ZIP 05061).
Is Vermont State University public or private?
Vermont State University is a Public institution.
How much does Vermont State University cost?
Published tuition: $11,952 in-state, $22,296 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $18,212.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,645 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $12,998 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,279 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $20,668 |
| $110,001+ | $24,007 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $47,808.
How hard is it to get into Vermont State University?
Admission rate: 81.67%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Vermont State University?
Total enrollment: 3,590 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,908 students.
Graduate enrollment: 985 students.
About 75% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Vermont State University?
150%-time completion rate: 47.22%.
First-year retention: 67.8%.
What do graduates of Vermont State University earn?
Median earnings: $41,340 six years after entry; $50,331 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $15,000.
34.13% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Vermont State University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (252 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (163 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (94 completions)
- Psychology, General (62 completions)
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist (46 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (38 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (32 completions)
- Accounting (22 completions)
- Holistic/Integrative Health (21 completions)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (20 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Vermont State University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 81.67%; completion rate 47.22%; median earnings $50,331 at 10 years; net price $18,212. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$11,952
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Vermont State University was $11,952.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$18,212
2024 Value
In 2024 Vermont State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,212.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$72,848 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$18,212 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$47,808 4-Year In-State Tuition
$89,184 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$13,618 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$26,770 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$107,080 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Vermont State University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
34.13% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
58.01% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Vermont State University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Vermont State University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $12,494 | $23,006 | $17,433 |
| 2014 | $12,860 | $23,708 | $18,939 |
| 2015 | $13,490 | $24,866 | $18,775 |
| 2016 | $14,026 | $25,858 | $19,630 |
| 2017 | $14,690 | $27,002 | $19,750 |
| 2018 | $15,108 | $27,780 | $20,519 |
| 2019 | $15,292 | $28,588 | $20,684 |
| 2020 | $16,044 | $29,460 | $21,463 |
| 2021 | $16,082 | $29,498 | $21,839 |
| 2022 | $16,086 | $29,502 | $18,297 |
| 2023 | $11,400 | $21,408 | $20,865 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
81.67% Acceptance Rate
3,130 Total Applicants
2,605 Students Admitted
567 First-Time Students Enrolled
21.77% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Vermont State University reported total enrollment of about 3,590 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 44% male and 56% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (79.0%), Hispanic or Latino (5.6%), and Black or African American (5.0%). About 34.13% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 38.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
75.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Vermont State University in 2024 is 3,590 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,908 students. Graduate enrollment is about 985 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
67.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 79.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
32.55% 100% Completion Time
47.22% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 32.55% of students graduating from Vermont State University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 10% male / 90% female
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 11% male / 89% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 61% male / 39% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Vermont State University.
Return on Investment
$15,000 Median Student Debt
$50,331 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
29.80% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
590.90% Return on Investment
3.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Vermont State University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 104 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 252 completions
2. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 163 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 94 completions
4. Psychology, General: 62 completions
5. Dental Hygiene/Hygienist: 46 completions
6. Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 38 completions
7. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 32 completions
8. Accounting: 22 completions
9. Holistic/Integrative Health: 21 completions
Most popular programs at Vermont State University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Vermont State University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Vermont State University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,714
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $14,562
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Vermont State University is a public institution located in Randolph, VT, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 3,590 students. Student body composition includes White (79.0%), Hispanic or Latino (5.6%), Black or African American (5.0%). The admission rate is 81.67%. The 150%-time completion rate is 47.22%. Approximately 34.13% of students receive Pell Grants. About 38.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers
Location
Randolph, VT 05061
Region: New England
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 104 distinct degree programs, Vermont State University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Vermont State University located?
Vermont State University is located in Randolph, VT.
What is Vermont State University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Vermont State University is 81.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 3,130 applicants and 2,605 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Vermont State University cost?
Reported tuition is $11,952 and average net price is $18,212 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,618 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Vermont State University?
Vermont State University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,908 students, White (79.0%), Hispanic or Latino (5.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Vermont State University?
About 38.1% of students at Vermont State University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Vermont State University earn?
Median earnings are $41,340 six years after entry and $50,331 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Vermont State University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 47.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Vermont State University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $15,000.
Is Vermont State University public or private?
Vermont State University is a public institution located in Randolph, VT.
Is Vermont State University an HBCU?
No. Vermont State University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Vermont State University a tribal college?
No. Vermont State University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Vermont State University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Vermont State University does not meet that proxy (reported share 5.6%).
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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- New England regional profile
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- School directory
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.