Email: admission@champlain.edu
Call or Text: 802.625.0201
Welcome to Champlain College, Burlington, Vermont, USA! We are committed to the well-being and success of our international students.
From the application process through to your successful graduation from our unique university, Champlain College is there every step of the way, offering tailored advice and services which address the unique needs of international students and their families.
How to Apply as an International Student
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You can apply to Champlain College using the Common Application or the Champlain College Application. Both are FREE. Regardless of which you choose, all applications are considered equally. Please do not submit more than one application for admission.
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Please follow the directions on your application to submit required documentation (listed below). If you prefer you may fax or mail documents directly: Fax to 802.860.2767 // Attention: Admissions Operations, 163 South Willard Street, Burlington, VT 05402
Academic Transcripts
You must send original documents or certified copies of academic transcripts, mark sheets, grade reports, diplomas or certificates, or national standardized examination results, which are translated into English.
Portfolio
If you are applying to the Creative Media, Filmmaking, Game Art, Game Design, or Visual Communication Design majors, please send us your portfolio. View our portfolio requirements.
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For students whose native language is not English, proof of English proficiency is required. There are multiple ways to satisfy this requirement. Please have an official test score report sent to Champlain College in order to be considered for direct admission to the undergraduate program at Champlain. Our school's code for the TOEFL is 3291.
Important Note: The College reserves the right to request that an international student take a test to determine the student's level of English proficiency even if the student has submitted the required documentation to waive English proficiency listed above.
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One recommendation should be from your school counselor and the other recommendation should be from someone who can best highlight your academic potential.
Champlain College is located in Burlington, Vermont, on Lake Champlain, about 156 km south of Montreal, QC, Canada. We are located 347 km north of Boston, MA, USA. The city of Burlington is home to three colleges and universities and has a population of about 40,000.
Champlain College is located about 10 minutes from the Burlington International Airport. This airport connects with New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Detroit, Orlando, and other major cities. Champlain College will provide initial airport pick-up for international students.
Link to this FAQChamplain offers 30 majors, 33 minors and 26 specializations.
Link to this FAQPlease visit the Tuition & Fees page for a complete breakdown of the cost to attend Champlain College.
Link to this FAQChamplain College offers generous merit-based scholarships which range from $1,000 - $30,000 USD per year per student. In order to keep your scholarships and legal status, you need to maintain full-time enrollment as well as be progressing towards your degree. Champlain College does not award full scholarships to international students and we do not provide need-based financial aid assistance.
Link to this FAQChamplain College is a test-optional university, which means SATs and ACTs are not required; however, as an international student, you will be required to show proof of English language proficiency or request a waiver. Please note that Champlain College reserves the right to request that an international student take a test to determine the student's level of English proficiency even if the student has submitted the required documentation to waive English proficiency.
Link to this FAQInternational students are guaranteed on-campus housing all four years at Champlain College. International students are able to stay in their Residential Halls over academic breaks, except summer break. All students are required to move out for the summer break unless they are doing an internship locally or are employed on-campus part-time.
Link to this FAQYou can tell a lot about people by simply speaking with them. We offer optional Personal Interviews. The conversation is casual and can take place via Google Hangouts or Skype. Learn more...
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