Students attend Woodbury College in Montpelier, VT, a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Woodbury College degrees go up to the Master's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Woodbury College is known for its programs in law, family and social work, and liberal arts.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
There are 99 students at the school (as of 2007). A large number of students at Woodbury College are 40 years old or older. A very high share of students at the school are female.
A lot of students at Woodbury College attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Woodbury College provides rigorous, practice-based education that extends beyond the classroom into the community. Our respectful learning environment helps adult students go beyond their limits as they prepare for rewarding careers that contribute to a healthy, just and democratic society."
More complete details are provided below.
Woodbury College
660 Elm St
Montpelier, VT 05602
General Phone: (802) 229-0516
http://www.woodbury-college.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Law | 33 | legal assistant |
| Liberal Arts | 28 | peace and conflict resolution, interdisciplinary studies |
| Family And Social Work | 17 | community organization |
Number of programs and degrees for Woodbury College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 27 | 3 |
| Bachelor's degree | 27 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 11 | 3 |
| Master's degree | 8 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 5 | 1 |
In 2007, Woodbury College had a total enrollment of 99 students (87 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 73% |
| Part-Time | 27% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 75% |
| Graduate | 25% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 90% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| Unknown | 7% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 2% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 6% |
| 25-29 | 18% |
| 30-34 | 17% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 23% |
| 50-64 | 13% |
| 65+ | 1% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Montpelier, Vermont for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Vermont Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 23 | 22 | 96% | 11 | 50% |
| Men | 4 | 4 | 100% | 0 | 0% |
| Women | 19 | 18 | 95% | 11 | 61% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,050 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,050 |
| Books and supplies | $ 600 |
Financial Aid:
Woodbury College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2086600)
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Community Organization and Advocacy
LIBERAL ARTS
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Woodbury College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
Notable:
Offers credit for life experience
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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