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Vermont College of Fine Arts

Montpelier, VT·Private·www.vcfa.edu/

Campus Identity

Ski TownGraduate Programs

Vermont College of Fine Arts is a private nonprofit university in Montpelier, VT. Ski resorts are within 18 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 25/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Vermont College of Fine Arts is a private nonprofit university in Montpelier, VT. Ski resorts are within 18 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 25/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Campus Lifestyle

Vermont College of Fine Arts is a under 1,000, small-town school. The campus is 120 miles from Ogunquit Beach, ME and 18 miles from Sugarbush Resort.

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Town setting

Beach Access

120 miles

Ogunquit Beach, ME

Ski Access

18 miles

Sugarbush Resort

Weather

Cold Climate

37°F avg school-year

Ski Town

Vermont College of Fine Arts students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Sugarbush Resort, 18 miles away with 16 lifts and 581 skiable acres. All are within 19 miles of campus.

18 mi away
581 skiable acres16 liftsNo Waffle Cabin
18 mi away
300 skiable acres6 lifts
19 mi away
115 skiable acres5 lifts

Nearest Beach

Students at Vermont College of Fine Arts are 120 miles from Ogunquit Beach, ME.

Ogunquit Beach, ME

Ocean access within 120.5 miles

120 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Montpelier, VT

Montpelier has a cold climate, with winters averaging 17°F in Jan and summers peaking around 70°F in Jul.

17°Jan20°Feb29°Mar43°Apr56°May65°Jun70°Jul69°Aug61°Sep48°Oct37°Nov25°Dec

Station: MONTPELIER 2 · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

Vermont College of Fine Arts in VT earns a composite safety score of 25/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.

25/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety301724
30/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
17/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
24/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

Meal Plan: 21 meals/week

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Fields of Study

5 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Rhetoric and Composition/Writing StudiesMaster's
85 grads/yr
MusicMaster's
20 grads/yr
Fine and Studio ArtsMaster's
14 grads/yr
Film/Video and Photographic ArtsMaster's
10 grads/yr
Design and Applied ArtsMaster's
6 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Master's85 grads
Music
Master's20 grads
Fine and Studio Arts
Master's14 grads
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Master's10 grads
Design and Applied Arts
Master's6 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Vermont College of Fine Arts located?

Vermont College of Fine Arts is located in Montpelier, VT. The main campus address is 36 College St, Montpelier, VT. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

Is Vermont College of Fine Arts the right fit for me?

Whether Vermont College of Fine Arts is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in Montpelier, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Vermont College of Fine Arts against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Vermont College of Fine Arts directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Montpelier, VT
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Master's
School Year Weather
Cold · 37°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
25/100
Nearest Airport
Barre/Montpelier, VT (MPV) · 4 mialso BTV (33 mi), LEB (45 mi)

Location

Montpelier, VT

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.