Campus Vibe
Known for business — close-knit campus
Saint Michael's College is a private institution in Colchester with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1241, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
69% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $61,317 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $30,033.
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News & Alerts
Saint Michael's 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: 1241
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Decision (Binding)
November 1
Decision by December 1
Aid deadline: November 1
Early Decision II (Binding)
February 1
Decision by February 15
Early Action
November 1
Decision by December 20
Regular Decision
February 1
Decision by March 15
Reply by May 1
Saint Michael's 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
41.7%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$21,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
8
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
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
Saint Michael's has a liberal arts core curriculum rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition.
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Programs (46)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
84%
- •84% 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
Division II athletics with strong traditions in ice hockey, basketball, and lacrosse. Member of New England Women's Hockey Alliance for women's ice hockey.
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
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More About This School
Varsity Sports — Purple Knights
History & Fun Facts
- •History Old Hall between circa 1930 and 1945 In 1889, priests from the Society of Saint Edmund fled to the United States after widespread anti-clericalism swept France.
- •In 1904, they opened Saint Michael's Institute with an initial investment of $5,000.
- •In 1939, graduate programs were offered for the first time.
- •Saint Michael's Playhouse was opened in 1947, bringing professional summer theater to Vermont, and giving students the chance to work behind the scenes.
- •About 130 refugees from the Hungarian Revolution of 1956 came to the college.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
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Local Economy
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Getting Around
Walkability
Suburban campus with wooded grounds; most buildings within walking distance. Close to Burlington.
Visit Planning
Suggested Itinerary
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Airport Transit
Nearby Attractions
Burlington
Vermont's largest city with Church Street Marketplace and waterfront, 5 miles away.
Lake Champlain
Large lake with beaches, bike path, and water recreation.
Smugglers' Notch
Ski resort 45 minutes from campus.
Stowe
Ski resort town with outdoor recreation, 1 hour from campus.
Transfer Admission
Fall Transfer
June 1
Spring Transfer
December 1
International Students
English Proficiency Requirements