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Vermont Technical College, also know as Vermont Tech, was established in 1866, in Randolph, Vermont. It is a public technical college with campuses in different locations, including Williston, Vermont. The college covers 554 acres and caters to approximately 1400 students.
Vermont Technical College has a wide range of Bachelor’s and Associate’s degrees as well as certificate programs. Some of the undergraduate courses include Architectural Engineering Technology, Dental Hygiene, and Diversified Agriculture. Fire Science, Diesel Power Technology, and Automotive Technology are some of the Associate courses offered. A single certificate program for Practical Nursing is also available.
The College, which values student’s athletics, has sports teams that participate in soccer, softball, golf and cross country. Vermont Tech competes in the NAIA, and is also part of the Sunrise Conference. They are additionally affiliated with the United States Collegiate Athletic Association.
Vermont Technical College is located in Randolph Center, VT (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Vermont Technical College is the Bachelor's degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Vermont Technical College is known for its programs in engineering technician and nursing and emergency medicine.
The school does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 410. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 440 and 560.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Vermont Technical College had 1,556 enrolled students in 2007-2008.
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Vermont Technical College offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Sunrise Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Vermont Technical College
1 Main Street
Randolph Center, VT 05061-0500
General Phone: (802) 728-1000
http://www.vtc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 241 | licensed practical nurse, registered nursing |
| Engineering Technician | 105 | electrical/electronic tech, architectural engineering tech, mechanical engineering tech, electromechanical tech, computer engineering tech, civil engineering tech, telecommunications tech, engineering technology, ... |
| Business and Management | 45 | business administration, electronic commerce |
| Medical Support and Technology | 44 | dental hygienist, veterinary assistant, respiratory therapy assistant |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 19 | farm management, agricultural management |
| Construction Trades | 17 | building inspection and management |
| Mechanics and Repair | 17 | automobile mechanics |
| Landscaping and Horticulture | 10 | horticultural business |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 4 | information technology |
| Science and Laboratory Technician | 0 | biology tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Vermont Technical College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 305 | 21 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 138 | 1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 59 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, Vermont Technical College had a total enrollment of 1,556 students (1,261 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 76% |
| Women | 24% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 94% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Vermont | 79% |
| New Hampshire | 6% |
| Massachusetts | 5% |
| Connecticut | 5% |
| New York | 2% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 72 % |
| Part-Time | 67 % |
Vermont Technical College offers campus housing for 565 of its 1,261 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Randolph, 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 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 886 | 550 | 62% | 294 | 53% |
| Men | 538 | 398 | 74% | 224 | 56% |
| Women | 348 | 152 | 44% | 70 | 46% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 560 |
| SAT Writing | 400 | 500 |
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 21 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 78% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 13% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 9,984 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,419 |
| Room and board | $ 7,509 |
| Room charge | $ 4,472 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,037 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,650 |
Financial Aid:
Vermont Technical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 369800)
Vermont Technical College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 28 | 17 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 18 | 15 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 0 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $51,708 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 9 | $42,886 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 15 | $48,138 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 19 | $70,676 | 9 | $59,830 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 10 | $52,391 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 18 | $43,211 | 6 | $42,063 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 47 | $56,267 | 17 | $52,186 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Sunrise Conference |
| Baseball | Sunrise Conference |
| Track | Sunrise Conference |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Business and Management, General
Farm/Farm and Ranch Management
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Technology
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
Engineering Technology, General
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
Telecommunications Technology/Technician
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Applied Horticulture/Horticultural Business Services, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Vermont Technical College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching
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