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Vermont State University

Castleton, Vermont

4,775 Students on Campus
Castleton Location
4,500 Metro Population
4,775 Students on Campus
Castleton Location
4,500 Metro Population

About This Campus

Vermont State University is a public university with multiple learning sites throughout the state, including the campuses in Castleton, Johnson, and Lyndon. VTSU is designated as the premier liberal arts university (COPLAC) in Vermont, serving students throughout the Northeast and the US, including a diverse body of international students. With 100+ rigorous and rewarding academic programs, 108 clubs and organizations, as well as NCAA Division III men's and women's varsity sports and intramural opportunities, the University still strives to maintain small classes (average class size is 17) characterized by active student learning, careful attention to writing and other forms of expression, and close relationships with the faculty. We have 237 years of excellence in education behind us, and limitless possibilities lie ahead. Welcome to Vermont State University.

Outdoor enthusiast's paradise with hiking, skiing, biking, and trail running! Within an hour of major ski areas, lakes & GMT trail systems.

With intermural sports, campus clubs, and organizations, you have endless opportunities to make friends AND have fun!

LGBTQIA+ Friendly Campuses, Military Friendly Schools. Enjoy the freedom to explore, dig in, and find success as you define it.

Helpful Information

VTSU is a single university with campus locations throughout Vermont and online. As a hybrid university, we offer courses in both in-person and remote formats. NSE students who are looking for a specific learning format are encouraged to contact the VTSU NSE Coordinator to verify which campus locations provide the courses they need in their preferred delivery method (either in-person or remote). If Vermont is what you want, we can help you find a campus that will meet your needs. https://vermontstate.edu/about/quick-facts/

Location Information

VTSU campuses are located in the heart of the Green Mountains, within driving distance to Boston, NYC, and Montreal. A short walk from any campus yields a number of places to eat and shop, including cozy coffee shops, bookstores, and groceries. Vermont is a paradise for outdoor lovers. During the fall semester, our campuses will be ablaze with brilliant foliage color. In the winter months, be prepared to play in the snow. Our campuses are a short drive away from major ski resorts.

Academics

TERM DATES:

Fall Start Date: 08/24/2026 - Fall End Date: 12/18/2026

Spring Start Date: 01/19/2027 - Spring End Date: 05/14/2027

OPTIONS:

Honors Access:

UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS OPEN TO NSE STUDENTS:

Conditions

GPA AND OTHER ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
EXCHANGE PREFERENCES:
  • Full Year Exchange: Accepted
  • Single Term Exchange: Accepted
  • Summer Exchange: Not Available
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (Visa Students):
  • Receive from Canada: Will Accept Away/Home Pay
  • Does your campus accept International Students (those already in the U.S. on a student visa)?
CANADIAN EXCHANGE:
Learn More
  • Accept international students studying in Canada on a visa? - Yes
  • Accept Canadian students on J1 visa or F1 visa? - F1 Visa

Tuition/Finance

Figures per Semester are current as of 10/01/2024
TUITION:
  • Campus Budget
  • Fees are subject to change without notice
  • Home Tuition Payment: Available
  • Away Tuition Payment: Available
    Estimated cost: $5796
MAXIMUM CREDIT HOURS PER SEMESTER:
  • Home Payment: 18
  • Host Payment: 18
MISCELLANEOUS FEES:
Purpose
Amount
Period
Plan
Status
Activity Fee
$158
Term
Away
Parking Fee
$75
Term
Away & Home
Optional
Campus Fee
$465
Term
Away
Mandatory
IMPORTANT NOTES:

Health Insurance may be waived with proof of alternate insurance.

Canadian students may incur additional fees relating to their student visa and services provided by the International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) office.

Financial Aid for NSE Students. Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Room/Meals

Figures per Semester are current as of 01/06/2026
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING PER SEMESER:
  • Is on-campus housing available? Yes
  • Is on-campus living required? Yes
  • Number of reserved housing spaces: 0
  • Average Room Cost (per term): $4194
  • On-Campus Housing
Off-CAMPUS HOUSING:
NOTES ABOUT ON-CAMPUS HOUSING:

Students who are Junior standing or higher, or are 21+ years of age, are not required to live on campus.

MEAL PLANS:
  • Are meal plans available on campus? Yes
  • Is a meal plan purchase required for on-campus, non-apartment residence halls? Yes
  • Average Meal Plan Cost (per term): $2758
  • Campus Meal Plans
Fees are subject to change without notice.

Chance of Acceptance

Priority Placements for Academic Year 26/27

If this is your top choice campus...

Home Tuition Payment Plan

Open

This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!

Away Tuition Payment Plan

Open

This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!

If this is your alternate choice campus...

Home Tuition Payment Plan

Open

This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!

Away Tuition Payment Plan

Open

This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!

Resources

CAMPUS SOCIAL MEDIA: