Vermont State University is a public 4-year college in Randolph, Vermont with 3,590 undergraduates. It admits 82% of applicants, costs an average of $22,358 a year after grants and graduates 41% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Vermont State University acceptance rate and admissions
Vermont State University admitted 82% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Vermont State University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $45 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Vermont State University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Vermont State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $12,390 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $23,094 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,894 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $31,024 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $22,358 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $22,358 a year after grants and scholarships, $8,666 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Vermont State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Vermont State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 41% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $54,163 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $12,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 22% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Vermont State University majors and what graduates earn
Vermont State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 70 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from construction management ($88,301).
All 70 majors at Vermont State University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Vermont State University
16 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 16 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 33 | $69,206 | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 19 | $50,940 | $53,380 |
| Education | Master's | 17 | n/a | n/a |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 17 | $57,469 | $52,334 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 13 | $54,812 | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer engineering | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Vermont State University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 163 | $59,387 | $72,235 | $9,500 |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Associate degree | 34 | n/a | n/a | $20,500 |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 15 | n/a | $59,232 | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 12 | $81,951 | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 12 | $65,334 | n/a | $20,000 |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 4 | n/a | $74,523 | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 3,590 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 56% women, 44% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, remote
- Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Vermont State University?
Vermont State University admitted 82% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Vermont State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $12,390 for in-state students and $23,094 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $22,358 a year in 2024-25.
Is Vermont State University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Vermont State University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Vermont State University?
41% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Vermont State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $54,163 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.