Best Chittenden County Community Colleges (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 community colleges serving 15,581 students in Chittenden County County, Vermont.

The average community college acceptance rate in Vermont is 71% (compared to national acceptance rates).

Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), and the student:teacher ratio is 16:1.

Community Colleges in Chittenden County (2025-26)

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Private not-for-profit

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163 S Willard St
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 860-2700

Enrollment: 4,781 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Acceptance rate: 62% Private-state tuition: $33,000 Minority enrollment: 35%

Public

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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%

How many community colleges are located in Chittenden County, VT?

There are 2 community colleges serving 15,581 students in Chittenden County, VT.

What is community college acceptance rate in Chittenden County, VT?

The average community college acceptance rate in Vermont is 71% (compared to national acceptance rates).

How diverse are community college in Chittenden County, VT?

Community colleges in Chittenden County, VT have approximately 23% minority enrollment, with the majority being Hispanic and Black.

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