
Burlington College is an independent, progressive, liberal arts institution that honors the individuality of each student and emphasizes the dynamic relationship between education and experience. Founded in 1972 as the Vermont Institute of Community Involvement, the College has from its origin focused on integrating learning, personal development, and community engagement. The mission of Burlington College is to guide students to become skillful and reflective practitioners, lifelong learners, and active citizens engaged in fostering a just, humane society and sustainable, beautiful communities. Burlington College is committed to an interdisciplinary curriculum, small classes, an emphasis on dialogue, learning in and from community, ...show more »
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Private not-for-profit |
| Special Learning Opportunities | Distance learning opportunities Study abroad |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Credit for life experiences Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Less than one year certificate One but less than two years certificate Associate's degree Bachelor's degree |
| Campus Setting | City: Small |
| Disability Services Student | 5% |
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At Burlington College, 81.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 67.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $5,149), and 81% receive loans ($7,573 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $6,750. Off campus it is around $6,750. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Burlington College is $25,378 per year. |
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In Fall 2009, 126 people applied to Burlington College. Of the applicants, 83.0% were admitted (81.0% male & 85.0% female ) and 23.0% accepted (28.0% male and 18.0% female) |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 24.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 57.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 11.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 26.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 38.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Admissions Office Phone | 802-862-9616 |
| Admissions Office Email | admissions@burlington.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | 95 North Avenue Burlington, Vermont 05401 |
| Admissions Transfer URL | http://www.burlington.edu/content/transfer-students |
| Admissions Website | http://www.burlington.edu/content/welcome-admissions (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Website | http://www.burlington.edu/admissions/index1.php?page=26 |
| Application Fee | $50 |
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In order to be accepted to Burlington College, you should have:
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies | 0 | ||||
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other | 0 | ||||
| Latin American Studies | 0 | ||||
| Communication, journalism, and related programs | |||||
| Journalism, Other | |||||
| English language and literature/letters | 2 | ||||
| English Language and Literature/Letters, Other | 2 | ||||
| Legal professions and studies | 2 | ||||
| Legal Assistant/Paralegal | |||||
| Legal Studies, General | 2 | ||||
| Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities | 3 | ||||
| General Studies | 3 | ||||
| Multi/interdisciplinary studies | 18 | ||||
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 18 | ||||
| Precision production | 0 | ||||
| Furniture Design and Manufacturing | |||||
| Woodworking, General | 0 | ||||
| Psychology | 7 | ||||
| Psychology, General | 1 | ||||
| Psychology, Other | 6 | ||||
| Public administration and social service professions | 2 | ||||
| Human Services, General | 2 | ||||
| Visual and performing arts | 1 | 7 | |||
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| Film/Cinema Studies | 1 | 5 | |||
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts, Other | 0 | ||||
| Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other | 0 | ||||
| Fine/Studio Arts, General | 0 | ||||
| Photography | 2 | ||||
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