Best colleges in Burlington
Arts, Education, and Ice Cream
No, this isn't the Coat Factory
Vibrant cities and intimate atmospheres make Vermont a photogenic dream. The city of Burlington houses 3 major universities, with 1 campus dating all the way back to 1791 . Whether you're a history buff or crave life outside of a big city, you have plenty of options in Burlington. Planning on working while going to school? Burlington is the leader of environmental revolution with their famous employee bike share program.
Nestled against the eastern shore of Lake Champlain, a Burlington "must see" is the Church Street Marketplace. You'll find plenty of shopping, street performers and outdoor dining during the summer months. and ice cream lovers…get excited . Burlington is the hometown of ice cream giant, Ben & Jerry's , so opt in for the chocolate waffle cone. Meet some new friends and enjoy a beer or two at Nectar's, when Thursday evenings get crazy with one of the most uproarious trivia nights on the East Coast. As if that isn't enough, always carry your camera , because the city has been named one of the prettiest towns in America by Forbes magazine. With over 200 restaurants and breweries and 65 attractions that focus primarily on history, art and the great outdoors, your biggest challenge will be finding time to hit the books.
*Wikipedia, "Burlington" *www.burlingtonvt.govBest Four Year Universities in Burlington
University of Vermont offers 190 degree programs. It's a large, public, four-year university in a small city. In 2019, 3,493 students graduated with students earning 2,638 Bachelor's degrees, 564 Master's degrees, 262 Doctoral degrees, and 29 Certificates.
Saint Michael's College offers 49 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a midsize suburb. In 2019, 496 students graduated with students earning 427 Bachelor's degrees, 64 Master's degrees, and 5 Certificates.
Champlain College offers 148 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a small city. In 2019, 1,730 students graduated with students earning 764 Bachelor's degrees, 536 Certificates, 380 Master's degrees, and 50 Associate's degrees.
Best Community Colleges in Burlington
Community College of Vermont offers 47 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, two-year college in a outlying rural area. In 2019, 494 students graduated with students earning 431 Associate's degrees, and 63 Certificates.
List of all colleges in Burlington
| School | Average Tuition | Student Teacher Ratio | Enrolled Students | |
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University of Vermont Burlington, VT | 22 : 1 | 13,548 | |
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Saint Michael's College Colchester, VT | 15 : 1 | 1,875 | |
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Champlain College Burlington, VT | 38 : 1 | 4,385 | |
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Advanced Welding Institute South Burlington, VT | 49 | ||
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O'Briens Aveda Institute Williston, VT | 30 | ||
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Community College of Vermont Montpelier, VT | 5,104 | ||