Campus Vibe
Known for computer science
Champlain College is a private institution in Burlington with particular strength in computer science and business. With an average SAT of 1262, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.9K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
63% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $58,386 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $35,000.
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News & Alerts
Champlain College Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1262
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Decision (Binding)
November 15
Decision by December 15
Aid deadline: November 15
Early Action
November 15
Decision by December 15
Regular Decision
February 1
Decision by March 15
Reply by May 1
Champlain College is test-optional. Students may submit SAT or ACT scores if they choose.
Financial Aid
Need-blind for domestic students.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
48.7%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$19,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
22
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Academics
Champlain has an InLife curriculum combining liberal arts with career-focused professional programs.
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Programs (68)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
77%
- •77% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Campus Life
Small athletics program with focus on esports, hockey, and outdoor recreation.
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
After Graduation
Top Employers
Top Graduate Schools
95% of graduates are employed or in graduate school within 6 months.
Rankings
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History Champlain was founded in 1878 as Burlington Business School, opened by G.
- •In 1905, it moved to Bank Street, and in 1910 it moved again to Main Street.
- •Gordon Tittemore acquired the college in 1920, and renamed it Burlington Business College.
- •In 1958, the College took on its current name and moved to its present location in the Hill Section of Burlington.
- •Champlain College opened its first dormitories, Jensen and Sanders Halls, in 1965.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Transit Scores
Local Economy
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Getting Around
Walkability
Urban campus in Burlington's Hill Section; walking distance to downtown and waterfront.
Visit Planning
Suggested Itinerary
Nearby Hotels
Airport Transit
Nearby Attractions
Church Street Marketplacewalkable
Pedestrian shopping and dining district in downtown Burlington.
Lake Champlain Waterfrontwalkable
Lakefront with bike path, parks, and beaches.
University of Vermontwalkable
UVM campus adjacent to Champlain with shared cultural events.
Burlington Bike Pathwalkable
7.6-mile recreational path along Lake Champlain.
Outdoor Gear Exchangewalkable
Outdoor recreation store and climbing wall.
Transfer Admission
Fall Transfer
June 1
Spring Transfer
November 1
International Students
English Proficiency Requirements