- The Community College of Vermont is one of four Vermont State Colleges and has been accredited since 1975 by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. We provide quality, affordable education to over 10,000 students each year. CCV does not have a central campus with housing facilities. Instead we serve students where they live and work, at 12 academic centers around the state and online. CCV is an open-admissions college. Our students range in age from 14 to 78. They enroll for a single course or full-time study, choosing a pace that works for them.
School Highlights
Community College of Vermont serves 10,239 students (15% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 21%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 10,239 students
- In-state tuition: $280
- Out-state tuition: $560
- Student:teacher ratio: 33:1
- Minority enrollment: 16%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Community College of Vermont ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 311 teachers has grown by 51% over five years.
Community College of Vermont
(VT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
311 staff
204 staff

Number of Programs Offered
36
22
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Community College of Vermont has grown by 86% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 33:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Community College of Vermont diversity score of 0.29 is less than the state average of 0.37. The school's diversity has declined by 16% over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,239 students
559 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
33:1
13:1

# Full-Time Students
1,535 students
320 students

# Part-Time Students
8,704 students
239 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
256 students
256 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
10,239 students
320 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
2 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,290 students
181 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
58 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
510 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a

% Asian
2%
3%

% Hispanic
3%
4%

% Black
2%
4%

% White
84%
79%

% Two or more races
5%
4%

% Non Resident races
3%
2%

% Unknown races
1%
4%


Diversity Score
0.29
0.37

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
24%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.75%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,800
$30,700

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $280 is less than the state average of $6,570. The in-state tuition has declined by 95% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $560 is less than the state average of $12,134. The out-state tuition has declined by 95% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$280
$6,570

Out-State Tuition Fees
$560
$12,134

Tuition Notes
Tuition fees are per credit
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
95%

Median Debt for Graduates
$10,510
$19,042

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,308
$5,500

Acceptance Rate
n/a
58%
SAT Reading
n/a
455
SAT Math
n/a
485
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Community College of Vermont, a Vermont State College, supports and challenges all students in meeting their educational goals through an abiding commitment to access, affordability, and student success.
Profile last updated: 09/12/2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Community College of Vermont cost?
Community College of Vermont's tuition is approximately $280 for In-State students and $560 for Out-State students.
What is Community College of Vermont's ranking?
Community College of Vermont ranks among the top 20% of community college in Vermont for: Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
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