The University of Vermont’s Pre-College program helps high school students gain a head start on their college journey. Earning college credits and exploring subjects beyond the typical high school curriculum are a big advantage for building a strong college application. Plus, high school students receive a 50% in-state/out-of-state academic year tuition savings.
“One of the benefits of UVM’s Pre-College program is that both in-state and out-of-state, high school students can receive 50% tuition reduction, which means that your classes will be a lot less expensive than they will be once you get onto campus. Another great aspect is you can start exploring things that you want to major in when you get on campus, and this can really help when you’re trying to decide what major you want to put down on all your applications –and make that process a whole lot less scary.”
– Scarlett, UVM First-Year Student & Pre-College Alumn
Popular Pre-College Courses
UVM’s Pre-College program includes courses in English, math, science, social science, and the arts, available both online and on campus, including these popular courses:
UVM Director of Admission Moses Murphy Explains How a Pre-College Course Can Impact College Applications
🌻🗓️ SUMMER 2025 Term Key Dates:
- Vermont Dual Enrollment Vouchers (for VT high school students): Open Now
- Application: Open Now
- Registration: March 3, 2025
- Application Deadline: Rolling (1 week prior to course start)
- Summer Start Dates: May, June, and July
“I gained not just health and medicine skills; I gained time management, organization, and communication skills. I could learn these things in high school, but I knew I could learn them to a better degree in the UVM Summer Academy class.”
– Jeswin A, UVM Summer Academy Alumn
🍁🗓️ FALL 2025 Term Key Dates:
- Fall Course Preview: Available Now
- Application: Open Now
- Vermont Dual Enrollment Vouchers (for Vermont high school students): April 11, 2025
- Registration: April 18, 2025
- Application Deadline: August 18, 2025
- Fall Start Date: August 25, 2025
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The University of Vermont Earns Prestigious R1 Status
The University of Vermont (UVM) has achieved Carnegie R1 designation, placing it among the highest-ranking research institutions in the U.S. This milestone reflects decades of investment in groundbreaking research, faculty excellence, and academic innovation. With over $260M in annual research funding and notable advancements such as vaccine development, brain mapping, and climate studies, UVM continues to address global challenges. This R1 status strengthens UVM’s mission to drive innovation, attract top talent, and contribute to the well-being of Vermont and the world.
