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.

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Office of Admissions

Location

Perry Hall
251 South Willard Street
Burlington, VT 05402

Office Hours

Monday – Friday
8AM – 5PM

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Experience Champlain

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.

And we understand why! Our home on the hilltop reflects our approach to education. When you visit, you’ll notice how our distinctive Victorian-era buildings—steeped in history—have been thoughtfully cared for and restored through the years. You’ll notice they stand side-by-side with new, cutting-edge, and visually striking facilities that honor our campus’ tradition, while moving us leaps and bounds into the future. Our campus, like our community, is as welcoming as it is unique. We can’t wait to show you around!

Explore Campus

We invite you to explore our campus and hometown, and see why so many students fall in love with the community — and the views. Can’t make it in person? See our beautiful campus in action through a virtual tour.

We look forward to sharing everything that makes Champlain’s academic experience one-of-a-kind.

Worth the Trip

#1

Vermont was ranked by CNBC as the best state in the U.S. to live and work in 2023.

THE BEST

Champlain College was listed among the “Best Colleges” by U.S. News & World Report in 2024.

Top 25

Burlington, Vermont—our beautiful hometown—was named one of the top 25 college towns in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure in 2023.

Maps & Directions

When you’re ready to visit us in Burlington, you’ll find out just how easy it is to navigate our charming city. See it all and understand why Burlington is consistently ranked a top college town.

Maps & Directions

Open House Events

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Every season is beautiful in Vermont, which means there’s never a bad time to attend an Open House at Champlain College. And it’s the best option if you truly want to know what it’s like to be a student at Champlain.

All of our Open House events give you the opportunity to

  • learn about majors and programs directly from faculty, deans and current students
  • explore the Champlain campus and city of Burlington including the lakefront and Church Street, and
  • get guidance from our Admissions and Financial Aid staff on what to expect when you apply.

Open House events include campus tours, information sessions, complimentary lunch, and more!

Upcoming Events

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Why Visit Campus?

  • Get to know a school from a first-person perspective,
  • Tour the campus and see students during their everyday life.
  • Get a feel for the college community and the surrounding city.
  • Put your entire college search into perspective.
  • Consider what to ask, what to look for, and what you want from the college you will attend.

Then you can decide which college is the right fit for you.

Champlain student Khellmar Daring uses a camera as a filmmaking student.

Discover the Champlain Difference

Come to a Champlain Open House, and see for yourself the benefits of:

  • A hands-on, career-focused approach to higher education
  • Faculty with extensive industry experience in their subject areas
  • Small class sizes (our average class size is 14 students)
  • A creative, ambitious, tight-knit community
  • Outstanding student life activities, clubs, and trips
  • Residence halls you can really call home
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What to Expect

While each Open House event is a little different, they all have similarities.

  • Tour campus, including a Victorian-era residence hall
  • Learn about our Upside-Down Curriculum and offered Majors & Programs
  • Explore what we mean by Core Curriculum
  • Attend an Information Fair and chat with representatives from across campus
  • Take in the wonderful views
When I did a campus visit, I really loved Burlington being alongside Lake Champlain and it felt like the perfect environment for me to thrive in since I like the outdoors.
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Anne Alcin ’22, Graphic Design & Visual Communication // Mamaroneck, NY
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Tour Champlain with a Student Ambassador

Let us show you around! From academic buildings and community spaces to residence halls—you’ll see it all. Choose a date and time that fits your schedule!

Choose Your Date & Time

More Inside Admissions & Aid

  • Open House/Admission Events 

    There are a lot of ways to experience Champlain College. From Open House events to 1:1 appointments, you choose how you want to get to know us.

  • Plan a Visit 

    World-class arts, dining, festivals, and outdoor adventure are all just steps away. Most people fall in love with Burlington on their very first visit. Come see why!

  • Maps & Directions 

    When you're ready to visit us in Burlington, Vermont, you'll find out just how easy it is to navigate our charming city. See it all and understand why Burlington is consistently ranked a top college town.

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