Champlain College

Champlain College

Burlington, VT, USA

Champlain College is a four-year private school with a beautiful campus in the heart of Burlington, Vermont, overlooking Lake Champlain and the Adirondack mountains. Champlain offers career-focused undergraduate degrees in 33 fields of study. Its Upside-Down Curriculum allows students to gain in-depth experience in their fields starting in their first semester, and its emphasis on experiential learning translates to significant internship and global opportunities, including at Champlain’s satellite campuses in Dublin, Ireland, and Montreal, Canada. First-year students live in restored Victorian-era mansions, and all students learn and collaborate in state-of-the-art facilities, Centers of Experience, and labs. Off campus, the college’s Vermont location provides easy access to outdoor adventure.

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Private
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Aware

This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
0
100
62%
Acceptance Rate

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted.November 15
Fall Regular DecisionJanuary 15
OtherJanuary 15

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
23%
Out-Of-State Students
77%
19%
Submitting ACT
54%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 27
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1229
0
1600

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
3,825
Total Number of Undergrads
3,217
Academic Calendar

Semester

See your fit
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
67%
20-39 Students
32%
0
100
57%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
65%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Key Financial Stats

Average Net Price
$35,870
Calculate your net cost
Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$44,220
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$44,220
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$16,330
Books and Supplies
$1000

Aid & Grants

0
100
70%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
22%
Average Aid Per Year
$24,844
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
22%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,798
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$22,783

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
66%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,974
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,373
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$248

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
60%
40%
Student Organizations
50
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups is checked
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
On Campus Women's Center is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
71%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Beavers
School Colors
blue and white
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Top 5 Cities
Burlington
Boston
New York
Washington
Denver
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
81%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$54,400

What Students Are Saying

champlain college offers its students every opportunity during their time at the school. international studies, internship availability, real-world information and skills, among many more are included along with the curriculum of classes in each major. champlain aims to prepare its student population for a life outside of college; upon graduation, students are on the pathway to success.
Olivia from Burlington, NY
The faculty at Champlain embodies an innovative and culturally rich mind focused on social and global welfare. The student body represents the hope for the future that all people share. The location of Burlington offers the greatest diversity you will ever experience.
Melissa from South Chesterfield, VA
Good small school, for anyone who loves a class not more than 24 students. Great reputation and still growing, and above all good school especially for business majors. I would recommend anyone to come and check out Champlain College in VT.
Student @ CC
Despite living 1,000 miles I way, I feel that Champlain is the best option for me as a prospective Game Design student. This is highlighted by their focus on your major and the studying abroad possibilities in Montreal. Also, after visiting, I truly like the feel of the campus.
Jacob from Wood River, IL
Champlain College provides an online opportunity for students to complete their health-care related degree. The administration is available to you through the continuous process and provides instruction on the Angel Learning dashboard, registration, financial aide and is available for questions. Champlain also has an online bookstore to purchase or rent the textbooks required for courses.
Pamela from Dallas, GA
Champlain College is the perfect for everyone seeking a degree in business or technology. With a beautiful campus and incredible teachers Champlain College is a top choice. Champlain's campus is worth a visit, check it out for yourself.
I93
I am so glad I chose to attend this school. The core curriculum helps you plan your education so that you are able to make the most of it. I have found nothing bad to say about this school whatsoever.
Tiphanie from Mansfield, MA
A small, beautiful campus overlooking Lake Champlain. Easy walk down to downtown Burlington and the waterfront. Programs tailored for career opportunities after graduation.
Brittany from Oregon