The admissions process includes a review of all transcripts, letters of recommendations, prior work or extra-curricular experiences, and performance on the standardized tests, if applicable. Admission is offered to those candidates whose credentials indicate the greatest promise of success in their chosen academic pursuits.
Applicants who do not meet the normal admissions requirements may be admitted on a provisional status. Provisional acceptances may include such requirements as summer coursework prior to enrolling or additional coursework while enrolled.
Vermont Tech's policy of rolling admissions means that we process applications throughout the year until we determine that we have filled each semester's class. We reserve the right to close admission once the class is filled. Applicants will be notified promptly of admission status after review of a complete student file. However, because admission to selected programs is exceptionally competitive, decisions on applications to these programs are not normally made until the entire applicant pool has been reviewed. Traditionally, applications are reviewed beginning February 1 for P.N. and Vet Tech applicants, early March for Dental Hygiene program applicants, and late March for A.D.N. applicants. Please call the Office of Admissions to confirm these deadlines.
Accepted students must remit a tuition deposit of $200 on or before May 1 for the fall semester or December 15 for the spring semester. After these dates, deposits will be accepted on a space-available basis. The deposit is credited toward the first semester's bill.
All freshman admission candidates are required to take either the SAT I or the ACT. Applicants who are already out of high school are not normally required to take either exam. The College Entrance Examination Board code for Vermont Tech is 3941. The ACT code number is 4323.
If you have never previously attended any college or university, please submit:
- Completed Application (please type or print)
- $36 application fee (payable to Vermont Technical College)
- Official high school transcript, with at least the first marking period grades of the senior year, or official scores from a high school equivalence exam (G.E.D.)
- SAT I or ACT results
If you have previously enrolled or taken college-level course work at another college or university, please submit:
- Completed Application (please type or print)
- $36 application fee (payable to Vermont Technical College)
- Official high school transcript, or official scores from a high school equivalency exam (G.E.D.)
- Official transcript(s) from all colleges previously attended, whether seeking transfer credit or not
- Official transcript(s) from any other Vermont State College attended for course work completed prior to the 2002 summer term
- SAT I or ACT results, if available
If you are applying to one of the Allied Health programs, please submit:
- Completed Application (please type or print), including location to which you seek admission, as the nursing programs are offered at multiple locations in Vermont. Indicate any alternate locations you would consider attending.
- $36 application fee (payable to Vermont Technical College)
- Official high school transcript or official scores from a high school equivalency exam (G.E.D.)
- Official transcript(s) from all colleges previously attended, whether seeking transfer credit or not
- SAT I or ACT results, if available
- Two signed letters of recommendation, dated within the past six months, on letterhead. Leters should address your:
- Work ethic
- Communication skills
- Potential for adaptation to a fast-paced clinical environment
- Potential to competently/compassionately deliver health care to clients across the lifespan
Letters from family members cannot be accepted
- Vermont Tech Placement Tests; Acceptance guidelines for nursing include placement into freshman level English and minimum accuplacer score of at least 70 on arithmetic and at least 40 on algebra (Testing may be waived if an applicant has previous assessment testing from another Vermont State College or if the applicant has approved transfer credit in math and English; please contact Admissions Office for decision)
- (Nursing Only) Prior to start of classes, provide proof of current Health Provider CPR (CPR designated for health care personnel)
- (Nursing only) If returning to complete a Practical Nursing program after a year or longer, students must repeat all nursing clinical courses in the program
- A copy of your current LPN license (without any sanctions/restrictions)
- If a graduate of a non-college PN program or a graduate of a Vermont LPN program prior to 1997, you must show completion of college-level equivalency for: Anatomy & Physiology (8 credits); Nutrition (3 credits); and Concepts of Human Growth & Development (3 credits)
- Pass the PN National Council Licensure Exam (N-CLEX-PN) prior to entry
- If a current PN student, you must attain a first semester PN GPA of 3.2 or higher. If a LPN graduate, you must have a GPA of 3.0 in you LPN coursework. The following courses: BIO 2120, ENG 1061, MATH 1040, PSY 1010 and an approved Arts/Humanities elective may be taken after LPN graduation to improve your GPA to a 3.0 level
- LPN students attempting to complete courses for the ADN Program may not enroll in any spring or summer courses at any VSC institution until completing their spring term
- Provide signed recommendations on letterhead that address your:
- Clinical competence
- Work ethic
- Potential transition to RN role, particularly with respect to leadership, management, and accountability
- Interpersonal skills
Current PN student must have recommendations from at least one current faculty member and one healthcare employer/colleague. LPNs must have recommendations from two healthcare employers/colleagues.
Vermont Technical College has developed three-year options (3YO) in selected associate's degree programs for applicants who need to complete math, science, or English prerequisites. The 3YO provide students with the solid background in these subjects needed to succeed in a demanding technical curriculum while easing the academic load during the first few semesters. They are designed to provide an academic challenge appropriate to a student's prior experience in each subject area. Students enjoy full freshman status in their chosen majors from the first day of classes and experience the curriculum in the same sequence as their peers beyond the introductory courses.
A student may choose the 3YO upon applying, or the college may place students in a three-year curriculum based on the Vermont Tech Placement Test results. For more information, contact the Office of Admissions.
If a prospective student lacks any of the requirements for admission to an associate's degree program, he/she should consider the three-year options offered in selected programs.
If you are applying to this accelerated high school program, please submit:
- Completed Application (please type or print)
- $36 application fee (payable to Vermont Technical College)
- Official high school transcript, with at least the first marking period grades of the junior year, or a home school plan
- PSAT or SAT I or ACT results
- Two letters of recommendation on official letterhead, one from a teacher and one from a guidance counselor or principal
- Personal Interview
- Vermont Tech Placement Test results
- An essay about why you are applying to the Academy. Discuss:
- How do you think attending the Academy will help you reach your goals?
- What can you contribute to the Vermont Tech community?
- Describe a significant event in your life and how it has affected you
In cooperation with participating secondary technical centers, Vermont Tech has developed a tech prep program which encourages secondary school students to combine both college prep and vocational-technical coursework in preparation for technical careers. After high school graduation, students in the program have the option of going directly to work or to college.
Students enrolled in the Tech Prep program are able to receive college credit for approved courses. While this may not reduce the financial expense, it does provide more flexibility in their schedules. Students are encouraged to continue a strong math and English curriculum while attending their tech center.
For more information about the Tech Prep initiative in your area, please contact your local Tech Center advisor. Acceptance of transfer credits is at the discretion of the receiving post-secondary institution. Visit us on-line at fastforward.vsc.edu
Acceptance of an Offer of Admission
A qualified applicant will be sent an offer of admission and follow-up materials which include a Room and Board Contract, a Health Record and Physical Examination Form, and a Placement Test Registration Form.
A place in the entering class will be reserved when the applicant returns these completed forms and the required fees (as explained below) by the dates indicated in the offer of admission. The college reserves the right to cancel an offer of admission at any time until the applicant meets these conditions:
- A $200 advance tuition deposit, which is a token of a student's good faith and intention to register, is applied to the first semester's tuition
- A $100 non-refundable room deposit must accompany the Room and Board Contract. Students residing on campus are required to participate in a meal plan
- A $25 non-refundable transcript evaluation fee is required for students seeking transfer credit for work completed outside of the Vermont State Colleges system. This evaluation is normally completed after the student's acceptance of the offer of admission and the fee is billed to the student's account. Early transcript evaluation can be made for applicants who pay the evaluation fee in advance.
- A mandatory attendance at an informational session is required for the following programs: Practical Nursing, Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Respiratory Therapy, and Veterinary Technology
Final acceptance is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the applicant's high school or any other current program of study.
Placement Testing
All students are required to take placement tests in writing and mathematics. The test is scheduled during the spring and summer. Test results are used to ensure that students are placed in the correct courses at registration.
Students who have completed bachelor's degrees in the United States and/or have met the English and mathematics program requirements may be exempted.
If a student's skills are below minimum levels, he or she will be required to take developmental courses in the appropriate areas. This would result in additional coursework and, in most instances, a lengthening of the time required to graduate.
A student has the right to appeal the results of the placement test by contacting the Office of the Academic Dean. Students with disabilities should contact a Learning Skills Specialist to discuss possible test accommodations.
Students who place into a three-year mathematics or English sequence may still be accepted into programs that do not offer the three-year option. These students may require an additional year to complete their associate's degree requirements.
Orientation
New student orientation is an important phase of each student's development at Vermont Tech and is required for all. It affords entering students the opportunity to meet the members of the Vermont Tech community, to understand the expectations for a successful college experience, to sign up for extracurricular activities, and to settle in before beginning the first semester. A mailing is sent to students prior to the semester with information on orientation dates and activities.
Prior to the start of the fall and spring terms, the college will send accepted applicants detailed instructions on orientation and class registration. This will include information on housing assignments, recommended room furnishings, rules for cars on campus, and other general items.
Student Registration Schedules/Class Listings
Vermont Tech courses are available online at: http://blackboard.vsc.edu. Click on the VSC Courses/Catalog tab at the top of the page.
Students who have a user name and password may view schedules, grades, and limited demographic data. New students who do not have a user name or password may view course offerings for the upcoming semester using the Search for Sections without logging in.
All of the Vermont Tech terms start with the letter "T" For example, the code T07FA translates to the Fall 2007 term at Vermont Tech.
First-year students will be registered by staff and faculty after placement testing results have been reviewed and prior credit information received. Registration for continuing students is completed in the prior term.
During orientation and the first week of classes, students may meet with advisors or department representatives regarding schedule changes.
Non-Degree Students
Non-degree students may register two weeks prior to the start of the term. Students who wish to enroll for a course or courses but not for a program must meet the prerequisite requirements for the course(s) for which they register and are subject to the same academic regulations and standards as degree students.
Registration for courses is subject to the availability of those courses, with initial priority being given to degree students. Non-degree students may register for classes through the Registrar's Office.
Related Academic Information
Transfer Credit
If an applicant has attended another Vermont State College prior to the 2002 summer term or another college outside the VSC system, Vermont Tech requires official transcripts from all colleges attended. These should be sent directly to the Office of Admissions from the college at the time of application.
There is a $25 fee for evaluation of transcripts of work completed outside of the Vermont State Colleges system. This evaluation is normally completed after the student's acceptance of the offer of admission and the fee is billed to the student's account. Early transcript evaluation can be made for applicants who pay the evaluation fee in advance.
Generally, credit for applicable college courses taken may be granted for those courses completed with a grade of "C-" or better*; however, the transferred grades will not be computed into a student's Vermont Technical College grade point average. Courses taken at an accredited institution on a pass-fail basis may be transferred. For programs that require a "C" or better, the minimum grade for acceptable transfer credit will be "C". However, Vermont Technical College may require the student to obtain a grade equivalent in the course from the institution at which the course was taken. Examinations may be required to show competence of subject material. Vermont Technical College will be the final judge as to what transfer credit it accepts.
Transfer credit varies depending upon a number of factors, such as the student's academic record, the college or university selected, and the program selected. Credits earned at Vermont Tech and the Vermont State Colleges are transferable to other colleges or universities only at the discretion of the receiving institution.
*For programs that require a "C" or better, the "C-" credit will not meet program requirements and will not normally be accepted in transfer.
Advanced Standing
Admission candidates may be granted advanced standing in a degree program by:
- Transfer of courses from other accredited post-secondary institutions (see Transfer Credit above); advanced placement examination (e.g. CEEB, CLEP); recognized equivalent military or similar courses; credit by challenge examinations (see Credit by Challenge Exam); and previous relevant experience
- Consideration of previous relevant experience for credit is initiated by a completed academic portfolio to the department heads through the Dean of Academic Affairs. If approved, the portfolio will be returned to the Registrar's Office with the signatures of approval from the program's department head, the credit-granting department, and the Dean. The college may require a challenge exam in these cases
Advanced standing toward a degree program is subject to the following restrictions:
- No more than 50% of the total required credits may be obtained by advanced standing
- No more than 50% of the total technical course credits in an academic program may be obtained by advanced standing
Summer Programs
Vermont Tech offers a number of summer courses which usually include physics, calculus, technical communication, and computer programming. There is also an intensive, four-week summer preparatory program in math, physics, computers, and English.