85 S. Prospect St. Burlington, VT
- Rating: B+
- 11,150 Students
- Public
Description
The University of Vermont (UVM), nestled between the Green Mountains and the shores of Lake Champlain, offers a vibrant academic experience rooted in a commitment to sustainability, research, and community engagement. As a public research university, UVM provides a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, fostering a learning environment that encourages intellectual curiosity and hands-on exploration. Students benefit from access to renowned faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and unique opportunities for experiential learning, all within the dynamic and culturally rich city of Burlington. UVM’s dedication to environmental stewardship and social responsibility shapes its curriculum and campus culture, preparing students to become informed and engaged global citizens.
National Merit
University of Vermont does not offer a specific scholarship for National Merit Finalists. However, please see the Additional Scholarship Opportunities section below for other scholarship opportunities that you may quality for.
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
In-State Residents
- Green and Gold Scholars Award
- This full in-state tuition, four-year merit scholarship (currently valued at over $66,000) is awarded to select seniors attending eligible Vermont high schools (including public high schools and select private high schools in Vermont, and a number of border high schools). As a Green and Gold Scholar, an invitation to UVM’s prestigious Honors College is included. The most academically talented Vermont resident in each eligible school at the end of the junior year may be considered. Selection criteria will be determined by each eligible high school.
- Vermont Scholars Award
- Vermont Scholars are awarded a four-year (eight semester) merit scholarship, which ranges from $8,000 to $10,000 annually ($4,000 to $5,000 per semester). No separate application is required.
- Patrick Family Scholarship
- Patrick Scholars are awarded a four-year (eight semester) merit scholarship for $7,000 per year ($3,500 per semester). No separate application is required.
- Justin Morrill Scholarship
- Morrill Scholars are awarded a four-year (eight semester) merit scholarship for $5,000 per year ($2,500 per semester). No separate application is required.
Out-of-State Residents
- Presidential Scholarship
- Presidential Scholarships are awarded to admitted out-of-state first year students who demonstrate the highest academic performance. Recipients are selected based on the application for admission.
- Presidential Scholars are awarded a four-year (eight semester) merit scholarship, which ranges from $18,000 to $25,000 annually. No separate application is required.
- Trustees Scholarship
- Trustees Scholarships are awarded to admitted out-of-state first-year students who demonstrate outstanding academic performance. Recipients are selected based on the application for admission.
- Trustee Scholars are awarded a four-year (eight semester) merit scholarship, which ranges from $10,000 to $14,000 annually. No separate application is required.
- Simon Family Scholarship
- The Simon Family Scholarship is $20,000 per year, renewable with maintenance of a 3.0 cumulative GPA, and active participation as a student leader and in service is expected.
- Application for the Simon Family Scholarship
Last Updated: March 2025