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Southern Vermont College is in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Bennington, Vermont. The school is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at Southern Vermont College earn degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
The most common major fields study at the school include media, security and law enforcement, conservation and resource management, and science and laboratory technician.
Southern Vermont College does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2005 was 400 to 520 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 390 and 510. Southern Vermont College attracts a fair number of students from out of state.
The school, in 2005, had 387 students (348 full-time equivalent). Adults changing careers are relatively common at Southern Vermont College.
The school is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. Dorm living is common. The school makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at Southern Vermont College belong to the Great Northeast Athletic Conference for major sports.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"At Southern Vermont College, our philosophy begins with a deep belief in the potential of every individual. The College is committed to offering a career-oriented, liberal arts education to a student body from diverse academic backgrounds. Regardless of academic history, all students are expected to advance to significantly higher levels of academic performance. The College places an emphasis on serving students who have yet to fulfill their potential, ensuring accessibility to those with extra needs, financial and academic, who are serious about bettering their lives through higher education. Within its financial resources, the College provides institutional aid to support the unmet financial need of students who are motivated to achieve their academic goals and who accept responsibility for their continued, satisfactory academic progress. The small size of our College and the personalized nature of our learning environment allow students to develop critical thinking and communication skills and a sense of community and responsibility. We expect students to have a commitment to their own development. The College uses active learning to foster student growth with strong academic preparation and experiential learning. Graduates of Southern Vermont College are prepared to be lifelong learners and citizen leaders able to face the challenges presented by a complex, global society."
More complete details are provided below.
Southern Vermont College
982 Mansion Drive
Bennington, VT 05201-6002
General Phone: (802) 442-5427
Admissions Phone: (802) 447-6304
Financial Aid Phone: (877) 563-6076
http://www.svc.edu
Southern Vermont College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 22 | general studies, creative writing, liberal arts and humanities |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 21 | registered nursing |
| Business And Management | 18 | business, accounting |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 11 | criminal justice and administration |
| Therapy And Counseling | 10 | psychology |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 10 | environmental studies, environmental science |
| Media | 8 | communication and journalism |
| Science And Laboratory Technician | 5 | radiologic tech |
| Family And Social Work | 4 | social work, social service professions, child care management |
| Law | 1 | pre-law |
Number of programs and degrees for Southern Vermont College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 79 | 14 |
| Associate's degree | 31 | 9 |
In 2005, Southern Vermont College had a total enrollment of 387 students (348 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 35% |
| Women | 65% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 74% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 18% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 30% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Vermont | 30% |
| Massachusetts | 19% |
| New York | 19% |
| Connecticut | 11% |
| Rhode Island | 4% |
| New Hampshire | 3% |
| Foreign countries | 3% |
| Maine | 2% |
| New Jersey | 2% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 64 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Southern Vermont College offers campus housing for 237 of its 348 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Bennington, Vermont for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Vermont Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 359 | 237 | 66% | 74 | 31% |
| Men | 154 | 91 | 59% | 26 | 29% |
| Women | 205 | 146 | 71% | 48 | 33% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 400 | 520 |
| SAT Math | 390 | 510 |
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 18 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 14 | 18 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 92% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 7% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (802) 447-6304
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,374 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,374 |
| Room and board | $ 6,948 |
| Room charge | $ 3,232 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,716 |
| Books and supplies | $ 750 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,450 |
Financial Aid:
Southern Vermont College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 369300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (877) 563-6076
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | academic year | 6 | $36,826 | 3 | $36,800 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $9,863 | 4 | $28,790 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 10 | $28,134 | 9 | $32,046 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Great Northeast Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Great Northeast Athletic Conference |
| Track | Great Northeast Athletic Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business/Commerce, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care and Support Services Management
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
MEDIA
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Industrial Radiologic Technology/Technician
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southern Vermont College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in science and laboratory technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Female % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan NCAA athletic conference member
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