Vermont Technical College

Vermont Technical College Overview

Vermont Technical College is a public, state school in a rural setting in Randolph Center, Vermont. Vermont Tech was founded in 1866 and the school currently enrolls around 1,634 students a year, which includes 1,630 undergrads. Vermont Tech provides housing for up to 600 students. Most students live in off campus housing, and 10% of students spend their weekends on campus.

Student Involvement at Vermont Tech

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Vermont Tech does not have any greek life opportunties.

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2022 Vermont Tech Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	60%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.2
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	42%
In-State Tuition	$14,712
Out-of-State	$28,128
Percent of Need Met	49%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$13,100

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Is Vermont Tech a Good School?

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There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can give you a sense of how competitive a university is.

Let's take a look at these areas to get a clearer idea of what Vermont Tech offers and if the college could be the right college for you.

Vermont Tech Acceptance Rate 2022

Vermont Tech is moderately difficult to get into. Around 60% of applicants get into Vermont Tech each year. Last year, 908 students applied to Vermont Tech and 549 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Vermont Tech

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 65% of first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Vermont Techcome back the next year. Around 37% of students who started at Vermont Tech earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outlook Vermont Tech Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school. 98% of graduates from Vermont Tech recieve at least one full-time job offer within six months of graduating.

Check with Vermont Tech directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Vermont Tech's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

For more information about Vermont Tech's endowment, check with the school directly. The school spends $15,331 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Vermont Tech

Tuition cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Vermont Tech meets 49% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Vermont Tech full-time are awarded $13,100 a year in financial aid, on average.

Students in the class of 2022 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $37,444 of debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Vermont Tech.

Based on this information, is Vermont Tech the school for you? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Vermont Tech a good school for you?

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Where is Vermont Tech?

Vermont Tech is located in the rural setting of Randolph Center, Vermont.

If you would like to see Vermont Tech for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 89 to Randolph Center, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Burlington International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Vermont Tech and Randolph Center are like without leaving home.

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