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UVM Advance gives you the freedom to explore, upskill, get started on an advanced degree, or even restart a degree program–one course at a time.
Post-Bacc Pre-Medical Program
Catch up on the courses you need for medical or health professional school admission.
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High school students can choose from hundreds of UVM courses in a variety of learning formats, and experience college life while earning credits.
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- 5,000+ doulas have been trained to provide supportive end-of-life care and received a UVM certificate.
- 100k+ Students globally have advanced their education and career with UVM.
Join the Top 3% in Research Excellence
With PACE, you’ll stand out to employers with credentials backed by UVM, one of the oldest public universities and one of the few R1 institutions in the country. Being designated as an R1 institution signifies that UVM has achieved the highest level of research activity according to the Carnegie Classification. Out of all U.S. colleges and universities (5,686), only 3% (187) have R1 status.
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- Education
- Health
Celebrating 30 Years of UVM’s Post-Bacc Pre-Med Program
The University of Vermont is proudly celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Post-Bacc Pre-Med Program, which has transformed countless lives by providing rigorous academics, hands-on clinical experiences, and unwavering support from a dedicated faculty. As we reflect on our journey, we reaffirm our mission to empower the next generation of healthcare leaders.
- Environment & Sustainability
- Vermont
Top Careers in the Vermont Outdoor Recreation and Snowsports Industry
Explore rewarding careers in outdoor recreation and snow sports—from resort management to sustainability leadership. Learn what skills employers seek and how UVM’s Snowsports & Outdoor Adventure Recreation (SOAR) Certificate can help you turn your outdoor passion into a professional path.
- Education
GIS Certificate Instructor Wins 2026 Prelock Award for Excellence in Online Teaching
Great online teaching does more than deliver information. It builds confidence, sparks curiosity, and helps working adults gain real skills on their own schedule. That spirit is exactly what the University of Vermont celebrates with the Patricia A. Prelock Award for Excellence in Online Teaching. This year, we are proud to recognize Eva Kinnebrew, PhD, an instructor with UVM Professional and Continuing Education (PACE), as a 2026 recipient. Eva teaches Remote Sensing Foundations, a cornerstone course in UVM’s GIS & Data Communication Professional Certificate.
- End-of-Life Care Portfolio
End-of-Life Doula Specializations: Finding Your Niche as a Death Doula
Every journey at life’s end is unique. Families face emotional, spiritual, and practical needs that go far beyond medical care. End-of-life doulas, also known as “death doulas,” can step in to provide support, guidance, and comfort during this profound time. But did you know that end-of-life doula work is not one size fits all? Many death doulas choose to specialize in specific niches, allowing them to offer tailored care that aligns with their strengths, values, and passions.
- College Prep
- Vermont
Step-by-Step Guide: Vermont Dual Enrollment Vouchers for High School Students
Vermont Dual Enrollment allows high school juniors and seniors to take college courses at UVM for free, earning credits that count toward both high school graduation and college. Students gain authentic college experiences while supported by their high school and learn from expert faculty at a top-tier research university.
- Health
New UVM Brain Research Highlights the Need for Menopause Care Training
A June 2026 study from the University of Vermont’s Larner College of Medicine found that changes in postmenopausal women’s hormone levels impacts brain function leading to reduced connectivity in areas linked to cognition—research that underscores why evidence-based menopause education matters. UVM’s Menopause Care Professional Certificate, taught by Larner faculty, gives clinicians the tools to meet that need in just four weeks online.
