About the College

Burlington, VT

Champlain College

Founded in 1878
Private baccalaureate institution focused on offering career-accelerated education that leads to real opportunities in the marketplace and provide students with one of the most comprehensive educations available anywhere. Champlain College's signature entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to professional preparation, nationally-acclaimed Core Curriculum and tradition of working with students individually combine to create an education that is truly like no other. Through Champlain's distinctive, experience-based approach to education, students learn real skills and get real experience.

Located in the beautiful hill section of Burlington, Vermont, within easy walking distance to Church Street shopping, restaurants, and Lake Champlain’s waterfront
Many major ski resorts near campus
1.5 hour drive to Montreal, 3.5 hour drive to Boston, 5 hour drive to New York City
Burlington is well served by bus, train, and air transportation

Champlain campuses in Dublin, Ireland and Montreal, Canada, as well as an established study abroad program allows students many opportunities for global education. Advisors are on hand to help students find a study abroad program that best suits their interests and degree requirements.
New American Student Scholarships available for students of refugee status
One of eight colleges cited by The New York Times for making “the global leap.”
Described by The Boston Globe as a “hidden gem.”
Cited among the top five colleges in the Northeast for achieving the highest graduation rate in “America’s Best Colleges 2005” edition of U.S. News & World Report.
Since 1878 Champlain College has celebrated the Vermont ideals of practical and independent thinking, entrepreneurship and commitment to community.
A Champlain College education is an active collaboration between students and faculty.
A first-choice for motivated students with professional goals and a commitment to lifelong learning.