Champlain College
Private college · Burlington, VT · 2,752 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
83%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1220–1380
ACT (middle 50%)
26–29
Average net price
$39,617
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$69,043
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
61%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Champlain College?
Champlain College accepts about 83 of every 100 applicants (83%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1220 and 1380 on the SAT. A score at or above 1380 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1220, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 26–29.
The latest federal data says Champlain College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Champlain College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Champlain College cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $69,043 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $39,617 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $50,000 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$50,000
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$50,000
- Room & board$18,200
- Total cost of attendance$69,043
- Average net price after grants$39,617
Popular majors
Computer Science, Business, Visual & Performing Arts, Criminal Justice.
Champlain College FAQ
- What is Champlain College's acceptance rate?
- 83% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Champlain College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1220–1380. Aim for 1380 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Champlain College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 26–29.
- Is Champlain College test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Champlain College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Champlain College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Champlain College cost?
- About $69,043 a year before aid; $39,617 on average after grants.
- What is Champlain College's FAFSA school code?
- 003684. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Champlain College receives your information.
- What is Champlain College's graduation rate?
- 61% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Champlain College
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont State UniversityRandolph, VT | 82% | — | $22,358 | 41% |
| Saint Michael's CollegeColchester, VT | 85% | 1120–1280 | $29,915 | 71% |
| Norwich UniversityNorthfield, VT | 74% | 1060–1320 | $26,676 | 61% |
| University of IowaIowa City, IA | 84% | 1130–1330 | $22,508 | 76% |
| San Jose State UniversitySan Jose, CA | 85% | — | $14,241 | 68% |
| Michigan State UniversityEast Lansing, MI | 85% | 1180–1360 | $21,322 | 80% |