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Champlain College

Private nonprofit Burlington, VT · Urban · New England · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
64%
Graduation Rate
$58,386
Earnings (10yr)
$35,860
Net Price
83%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Champlain College is a solid choice for students interested in practical, career-oriented education. With an acceptance rate of 83%, it’s accessible for many aspiring learners. Students here dive into a variety of fields, with strong programs in Computer Science & IT, Business & Marketing, Visual & Performing Arts, Criminal Justice, and Health Professions. This variety allows students to align their passions with their career paths, which is key in today’s job market.

Looking at what happens after graduation, alumni earn an average of $58,386 after ten years. This figure provides a glimpse into the potential financial benefits of a Champlain degree. While the graduation rate sits at 64%, those who complete their studies often find stable career opportunities in their chosen fields. It’s worth noting that 25% of students receive Pell Grants, which can help ease the financial burden of college.

When it comes to affordability, the net price after aid is around $35,860, and students graduate with a median debt of $26,814. This balance of cost and potential earnings suggests that those who thrive here are often committed and focused on their goals. Champlain attracts students who want a hands-on approach to learning and are ready to make an impact in their careers.

Rankings

How Champlain Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation64%Earnings 10yr$58KNet Price$36KRetention82%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate25%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$29K$0-30K$26K$30-48K$34K$48-75K$41K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%716.8%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2459.7%MOBILITY176.30%

Cost & Financial Aid

$47,850
In-State Tuition
$47,850
Out-of-State
$35,860
Avg Net Price
$26,814
Median Debt
25%
Pell Grant Rate
52%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$28,885
Family Income $0–$30K
$26,034
Family Income $30K–$48K
$34,164
Family Income $48K–$75K
$41,438
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$48,844
6 Years After Entry
$54,937
8 Years
$58,386
10 Years
0.46x
Debt-to-Earnings
73%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$48,844 6yr $54,937 8yr $58,386 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

176.30%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2459.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
716.8%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$85,200
Parent Median Income

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 83%
Retention Rate 82%
SAT Average 1312
SAT Range 1220–1380
ACT Range 26–29
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $9,955
Diversity Index 0.53
First-Gen Students 32%

Top Programs

Computer Science & IT 44%
Business & Marketing 17%
Visual & Performing Arts 14%
Criminal Justice 11%
Health Professions 2%
English & Literature 2%
Humanities 2%
Communications 2%