Admissions & Aid

Your success starts here. We prioritize all applicants with a highly personalized approach to admissions and financial aid.

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We Make Applying Easy

Applying to college can be overwhelming, but we make it easy. There’s no cost to apply to Champlain College and we are a test-optional institution.

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At Champlain College, we want to know you as a whole person, not just a transcript or list of achievements. Choose your applicant type and find all you need to know about how to apply.

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    We’ll Help You Every Step of the Way

    Your support network starts with your Champlain Admissions Counselor as the first of many people in your corner.

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  • Apply Early Decision

    There are significant advantages to applying Early Decision—including an increased chance of getting admitted and receiving your admission decision months ahead of Regular Decision applicants.

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Value & Quality

When you choose Champlain, we will do everything possible to make your Champlain education financially accessible.

We understand that a college education is a big investment. We partner with you to create a financial plan that will work for you and your family.

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Count-On-It Financial Aid Guarantee

Simple. Straightforward. Guaranteed.
At Champlain, our Count-On-It Financial Aid Guarantee ensures any Champlain scholarships you receive your first year will never decline.

Types of Aid

When it comes to types of aid, you’ve got options. From need-based grants to merit-based scholarships, our Office of Financial Aid will do everything we can to make it affordable for you and your family.

Applying for Aid

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the only financial aid application required by Champlain College in order to receive a financial aid award, including need-based awards and merit scholarships. No additional applications are necessary.

Champlain’s FAFSA school code: 003684

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Just the Facts

The Best

Champlain College named to Money’s 2023 Best Colleges in America list recognizing schools that successfully combine quality and affordability.

95%+

of full-time undergraduate students receive scholarship funds that do not need to be repaid.

$38M+

Awarded to Champlain students each year through Champlain scholarships.

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See for yourself!

The best way to see yourself at Champlain is to be at Champlain. We invite you to visit our beautiful hilltop campus in Burlington, Vermont, by attending any of our year-round events.

We often hear students and families say they knew from the moment that they stepped foot on campus that Champlain was it—they were #ChampBound.

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Upcoming Events 

Admission Events

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Admissions
July Summer Open House ’24 

July 12 @ 8:30 am to 2:30 pm

Get your college tours off to a great start by coming to Burlington, VT, for Champlain College’s Summer Open House 2024.

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Counselor Summer Connection 

July 26 @ 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
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August Summer Open House ’24 

August 9 @ 8:30 am to 2:30 pm

More Inside Admissions & Aid

  • Why Champlain? 

    Some people talk about finding yourself. We believe you BUILD yourself. And building a strong foundation over the next four years is exactly what you'll do here at Champlain College.

  • How to Apply 

    Being Champlain Ready means being ready for work, ready for life, ready to make a difference. Here's how to start your journey with us.

  • Admitted Students 

    Now that you’ve received official notification of your acceptance, it’s time to get down to business! Let's get ready!

  • Financial Aid 

    A college education is one of the biggest investments of your life. We ensure it's also one of the best.

  • Meet the Team 

    Begin your educational journey at Champlain College. Our dedicated team of admissions counselors, student ambassadors, and financial aid staff are here to assist you every step of the way.

  • Visit & Events 

    The best way to see yourself at Champlain is to be at Champlain. We invite you to visit our beautiful hilltop campus in Burlington, Vermont, by attending any of our year-round events.

  • Parents 

    Your role in your student’s life is evolving, but it’s just as important as ever. You remain one of your child's biggest influencers as you both enter this new part of life.

  • School Counselors 

    We value our relationship with our school counselor partners. We're here to help you assist your students.

  • Request Information 

    Get on our mailing list to receive academic, admissions, and financial aid information.

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