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Best Vermont Community Colleges (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 community colleges serving 19,881 students in Vermont (2 public colleges and 3 private colleges).
The average tuition for community colleges in Vermont is approximately $6,570 per year for in-state students and $12,134 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $38,857 per year (view national tuition costs).
The top-ranked community colleges in Vermont include Landmark College. The average community college acceptance rate in Vermont is 73% (compared to national acceptance rates).
Minority enrollment is 22%, with the majority being Hispanic or Black and the student-teacher ratio is 19:1.

Top-Ranked Vermont Community Colleges (2026)

College
Location
Quick Facts
Landmark College
Private not-for-profit
19 River Rd South
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-6700
Enrollment: 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Acceptance rate: 49% Private-state tuition: $50,080 Minority enrollment: 26%
Champlain College
Private not-for-profit
163 S Willard St
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 860-2700
Enrollment: 3,259 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Acceptance rate: 83% Private-state tuition: $33,000 Minority enrollment: 36%
Community College of Vermont
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Public
660 Elm Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 828-2800
Enrollment: 10,800 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Acceptance rate: 85% In-state tuition: $280 Out-state tuition: $560 Minority enrollment: 18%
Sterling College
Private not-for-profit
16 Sterling Drive
Craftsbury Common, VT 05827
(802) 586-7711
Enrollment: 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Acceptance rate: 67% Private-state tuition: $33,492 Minority enrollment: 42%
Vermont State University
Public
124 Admin Drive
Randolph, VT 05061
(802) 224-3000
Enrollment: 5,093 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Acceptance rate: 82% In-state tuition: $12,860 Out-state tuition: $23,708 Minority enrollment: 19%
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Community Colleges in Vermont (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
62 Ridge Street, 2nd Floor
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 327-0287
Enrollment: 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 46%

Overview

This State (VT)
Total Faculty
191 staff
Number of Programs Offered
39

Student Body

Total Enrollment
3,259 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
# Full-Time Students
2,052 students
# Part-Time Students
1,111 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,778 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,111 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
73 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
667 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
444 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
1,460 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
% Asian
2%
% Hispanic
5%
% Black
4%
% White
78%
% Hawaiian
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
% Unknown races
6%
Diversity Score
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
24%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
34%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,700

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

In-State Tuition Fees
$6,570
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,134
Private State Tuition Fees
$38,857
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
Median Debt for Graduates
$19,042
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
82%
SAT Total Avg.
1,434
SAT Reading
510
SAT Math
489
SAT Writing
435
ACT Total Avg.
61
ACT Composite
21
ACT English
19
ACT Math
21
ACT Writing (Year 2012)
7

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in Vermont?
There are 5 community colleges serving 19,881 students in Vermont.
How much do community colleges cost in Vermont?
The average tuition for community colleges in Vermont is approximately $6,570 per year for in-state students and $12,134 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $38,857.
What are the top-ranked community colleges in Vermont?
The top-ranked community colleges in Vermont include Landmark College.
What is the community college acceptance rate in Vermont?
The average community college acceptance rate in Vermont is 73% (compared to national acceptance rates).
How diverse are community colleges in Vermont?
Community colleges in Vermont have approximately 22% minority enrollment, with the majority being Hispanic or Black.

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