Vermont Technical College

In 2021, tuition for full-time students at Vermont Technical College was $14,712 a year for in-state students and $28,128 a year for out-of-state students.

On average, college tuition rises about 3%ba year.

If this makes attending the college of your dreams sound impossible, remember, the "sticker price" of tuition doesn't give you enough information to determine the actual cost of attending any given college. Many students pay far less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts kick in. Additionally, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college until you're done with college.

Tuition for international students at Vermont Technical College is $32,352 per year.

Does Vermont Tech Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Vermont Technical College is a public, state institution, so it offers a reduced tuition rate of $14,712 for in-state students who attend full-time. For students who are not considered Vermont-residents, out-of-state tuition is $28,128 a year.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency..

Attending a school where you are eligible for in-state tuition can save on the total cost of attending college. Be sure to confirm your state's guidelines for how to qualify for in-state tuition. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. The most common requirement is that students must have lived in the state for a full year before starting school. There may be other criteria too, depending on where you live.

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Do International Students Pay More to Go to Vermont Tech?

Tuition at Vermont Tech is higher for international students than it is for out-of-state students.

International students at Vermont Technical College usually pay around $32,352 per year, before any scholarships or financial aid.

International students usually do not qualify for for federal financial aid, but should research private or school-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Vermont Tech:

• Vermont Tech-specific scholarships

International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships.

Vermont Tech Room, Board and Other Costs

In addition to tuition, room and board, books, transportation and fees are also costs it consider when budgeting for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Vermont Tech.

House and Food Costs at Vermont Tech

Housing and campus dining at Vermont Tech costs $12,044 a year. This number includes the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the school dining facilities. Students who live off campus but still want to use the dining facilities can choose to be on a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $7,312.

Board costs can depend on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

How Much Do Books Cost at Vermont Tech?

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual cost of books depends on the courses you take and the materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

Most schools charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more. Full-time undergrads at Vermont Tech pay $1,810 in fees each academic year.

Keep in mind, there could also be additional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Most colleges have ways for students with demonstrated need to get help covering these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Vermont Tech

The total cost of transportation in college depends on a few key factors. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school?. Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus walkable? Do you own a car, or will you need to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your transportation budget. At Vermont Tech, freshman are allowed to park on campus.

Where are a college is located can impact transportation costs. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the flip side, getting around in a city can be expensive, but cities may offer more buses, trains or low-cost flight options to actually get to school. The Vermont Technical College campus is located in a rural setting in Vermont.

Other College Costs

When you're planning for college, don’t forget to take into account the cost of things like movies, takeouts, furniture or appliances for your dorm or housing, and essentials like laundry detergent, toothpaste and toilet paper.

Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better estimate of the actual cost of attending Vermont Tech.

How Much Does Vermont Tech Cost?

2021 Total Tuition and Expenses
In-state Tuition	$14,712
Out-of-State Tuition	$28,128
Room and Board	$12,044
Board Only	$4,380
Yearly Fees	$1,810
Other expenses	$650

Total Estimated Costs

Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

Vermont Tech’s tuition and fees change based on: Academic program for both full and part-time students Course load for full-time students

Financial Aid at Vermont Tech

The majority of Vermont Technical College undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2021, 883 of the 1,482 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Vermont Tech meets 44% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $12,000 a year. Around 82% of Vermont Tech undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Vermont Tech graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $30,865 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$22,266
State Loans	$0
Vermont Tech-Specific Loans	$0
Private Loans	$19,514

Most Common Loans for Vermont Tech Students
Federal Loans	77%
Private loans	41%

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on Vermont Tech financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Vermont Tech

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2021, Vermont Tech awarded 668 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $7.2 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $800000 thousand in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Vermont Tech

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for Vermont Tech students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

The average amount of financial aid received by a full-time first year student with demonstrated need at Vermont Tech was $12,000 in 2021. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Vermont Tech seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
In-State, On-Campus	$6,016
Net In-state, Off-campus	$10,352
Out-of-State, On-Campus	$31,432

What will attending Vermont Tech really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families make more informed decisions about the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Vermont Tech's net cost calculator on their website.

Vermont Tech Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Vermont Tech does not have guaranteed tuition.

A Prepaid Tuition Plan is not available for Vermont Tech students.

Vermont Tech offers an Installment Payment Plan, which allows students to pay tuition in a series of smaller chunks instead of one lump sum.

Does Vermont Tech Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for faculty, staff, and their families , underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Vermont Tech has some full or partial tuition waivers available for: - Employees or Children of Employees

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

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