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Paying for UVM

The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what UVM actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.

Free tuition at UVM for families earning under $100,000 a year. UVM Promise: free tuition for Vermont residents with family AGI ≤$100k (2025-26); merit scholarships only for international/out-of-state; no-loan packaging for eligible students

Estimate your cost

An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run UVM's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$12,015/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$12,715/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$16,837/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$21,595/yr after aid
$110k+$26,751/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$36,772
In-state tuition$19,058
Out-of-state tuition$45,503
Room & board$14,654
Average net price$20,084
Students on aid88%
Financial needDoes not meet full need for everyone
International studentsLimited aid for international students, mostly merit

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