School Overview
Johnson State College is a small public
liberal arts college spanning 350 acres in
the town of Johnson, Vermont. The School
began as a primary and secondary
institution but later transitioned into a
preparatory academy. In 1962, Johnson
State officially transitioned into a
four-year, degree-granting institution.
Student Body
There are just over 1,700 students
currently enrolled at the college. Due to
this figure, Johnson State, as it is
commonly referred to, is able to offer a
student-faculty ratio of 19:1 and an
average class size of almost 15 students
per class. Johnson State offers 3 graduate
programs, 31 undergraduate programs and a
variety of minors to supplement students’
education.
On-Campus Housing
There are 4 different dormitories on
campus and a small number of college
apartments for students to live in while
attending Johnson State.
Clubs
Students can continue to pursue their
interests at Johnson by joining one of the
many clubs or organizations. There are
over 30 academic and extracurricular clubs
at Johnson State and the University offers
extensive community service and student
leadership opportunities.
Athletics
Johnson State College is a member of the
North Atlantic Conference and is
recognized as a division III team by the
NCAA.
General Information
| Admission
Office |
Main
Address |
| Size Total undergrads: 1,700 Graduate enrollment: 227
Setting |
Degrees
offered: |
Admissions Information
| Application
Fee |
Enrollment
Rates |
College Majors and Programs
| Bachelor
of Fine Arts Writing Bachelor of Science Science/Natural Resources Environmental Science Certificates Management Teacher Licensure Programs Education (K-6) (7-12) |
Academic
Minors Education and Sociology Education French Science |
*We do not guarantee
the accuracy of information on
this page. All information is
subject to change. You should
confirm all information with a
college admissions officer.
Northern Vermont University Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (802) 635-2356 |
| Website: | www.northernvermont.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Public |
| Apply Online: | www.northernvermont.edu/admissions-and-aid |
| Address: | 337 College Hill, Johnson, VT 05656-9464 |
| Setting: | Rural: Distant |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 2,376 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 38% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 13 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 1,840 (77% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Certificates, Associates, Bachelor's, Master's |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $12,422 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $26,126 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 98% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $9,572 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Northern Vermont University Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at Northern Vermont University.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 3 | 2 | 5 | ||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 6 | ||||
| Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services | 1 | 2 | |||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 1 | 1 | |||
| Education | 1 | 4 | 9 | ||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 3 | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 5 | ||||
| History | 1 | ||||
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Service | 1 | 2 | |||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | 2 | 1 | ||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 2 | ||||
| Natural Resources and Conservation | 1 | ||||
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 6 | ||||
| Physical Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Psychology | 2 | 1 | |||
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions | 1 | 1 | |||
| Social Sciences | 4 | ||||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 5 | 9 | 1 | ||
| Grand total | 4 | 12 | 59 | 12 |
* Based on programs that produced 2019-2020 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at Northern Vermont University and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $12,422 |
| Out-of-state | $26,126 |
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $10,890 |
| Out-of-state | $15,858 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2018-2019
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 391 | 98% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 384 | 96% | $9,572 |
| Student loan aid | 318 | 80% | $8,014 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 1,889 | 82% | $9,075 |
| Federal student loans | 1,469 | 64% | $6,697 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for Northern Vermont University. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled Northern Vermont University students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2020
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of applicants | 3,047 | 1,263 | 1,784 | Percent admitted | 100% | 75% | 80% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 10% | 10% | 10% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary school GPA | |||
| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
| Admission test scores | |||
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
Northern Vermont University Enrollment, Fall 2020
| Total Enrollment | 2,376 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate enrollment | 2,064 |
| Graduate enrollment | 312 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Northern Vermont University Accreditation
This institution is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education
Specialized institution accreditations:
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