Below Average

Score: 44/100

Vermont College of Fine Arts

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Montpelier, Vermont 05602

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.

Outcomes

C+

60/100

Affordability

44/100

Resources

48/100

Experience

C+

55/100

Prestige

13/100

Quick Stats

223

Total Enrollment

N/A

Graduation Rate

N/A

Retention Rate

N/A

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Vermont College of Fine Arts Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $435,695
Avg rent near campus: $1,425/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 05641 (3.4% cap, Barre)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A

Financial Aid

N/A

Receive Any Aid

N/A

Receive Pell Grants

N/A

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Creative Writing 86 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 15 grads/yr Music Theory and Composition 10 grads/yr Graphic Design 7 grads/yr Cinematography and Film/Video Production 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Vermont College of Fine Arts's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other

$78k/yr 183,400 jobs

English language and literature teachers, postsecondary

$78k/yr 72,200 jobs

Editors

$75k/yr 115,800 jobs

Writers and authors

$72k/yr 135,400 jobs

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 122,800 jobs

Artists and related workers, all other

$73k/yr 13,900 jobs

Fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators

$61k/yr 26,500 jobs

Music directors and composers

$64k/yr 47,300 jobs

Student Demographics

223

Total Students

74%

Women

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 75%

Hispanic 8%

Black 4%

Asian 3%

Two or More 4%

Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Hybrid (Some Online) 100%

📊 Age Distribution

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Vermont College of Fine Arts?

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.

How much does it cost to attend Vermont College of Fine Arts?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Vermont College of Fine Arts?

Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.

Is Vermont College of Fine Arts a good school?

Vermont College of Fine Arts has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Vermont College of Fine Arts?

Vermont College of Fine Arts has a total enrollment of 223 students.

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