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Champlain College

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VerifiedPrivate (Not for Profit)Estd. 1878
Founded
1878
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Private (Not for Profit)
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About Champlain College

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Established in 1878, Champlain College is not for profit, private institution located in Burlington, Vermont. The institute also has its presence in Dublin, Ireland, and Montreal, Canada through two of its international campuses. The college is a reputed name in the US Education System that offers 30 undergraduate, 24 graduate and 15 online Associate and Bachelor's Degree programs to its candidates. 

In online education, the college has around 25 undergraduate certificate programs in the fields of business, technology, and health care. The institute enrolls around 2100 (2129 in 2022) undergraduate students from 18 countries and other states of the USA. About 62% of students are male and the average class size is generally 16 with a student-faculty ratio of 12:1.

Admissions at Champlain College are available on a rolling basis around the year. The institute charges no application fee from its aspirants and thus allows a fair and equal chance to all at quality education when seeking to study in the USA. With an acceptance rate of around 75%, the organization falls under the category of moderately competitive institutes of the country.

With its career-oriented approach, its students find many job opportunities in the USA. Within only six months of graduation, 91% of its Class of 2022 were employed or continuing their education.

Champlain College Rankings

  • #66 in Regional Universities North, #38 in Best Colleges for Veterans, and #35 in Best Undergraduate Teaching according to US News & World Report.
  • Best Online Colleges in America #15 of 147, Best Colleges for Information Technology in America #20 of 130, and Best Test Optional Colleges in America #46 of 122 as per Niche ratings.
  • Champlain College has got a place in the Princeton Review's "The Best 385 Colleges" and "Best Northeastern" colleges in 2023.

The college has been ranked by various institutions globally as well as nationally. It has been ranked among the Most Innovative Schools in the USA consistently.

Agency and Category Ranking
US News and World Report, Most Innovative Schools #6
US News World Rankings, Regional Universities North #75
US News World Rankings, Best Undergraduate Teaching #28
US News World Rankings, Best Value Schools #46
Princeton Review Best 385 colleges in 2023

Highlights

Type of University Private
Year of Establishment 1878
Total Enrollment 2,129
Student-Faculty Ratio 12:1
Average Class Size 16
Application Fee Nd Fee charged
Application Season Rolling
Acceptance rate 75%
English language proficiency score TOEFL or equivalent
Financial Aid Available as awards and scholarships

Champlain College Campus

  • The Champlain College 22-acre campus has buildings and facilities for Academics, Administration, Athletics, Dining, Library, Housing, Samuel de Champlain Statue, Lakeside Campus Shuttle, Spinner Place Shuttle, Parking, and disabled parking also.
  • The IDX student center on campus organizes events like apple picking, visiting a haunted corn maze, playing laser tag, roller skating, or learning to swing dance every weekend.
  • The Campus has residential and dining facilities for the students.
  • The college campus has Computer labs, 3D animation and game production labs, multimedia classrooms and editing suites, a digital photography lab and darkroom, the Metz Studio Barn, the Emergent Media Center and the Senator Leahy Center for Digital Investigation as Champlain college is one of the world’s top game designing and developing institution.

Champlain College Accommodation

  • In The hill section of Burlington, on Campus, the college has renovated 20 Victorian Era houses for freshmen and sophomores living. Each of these houses accommodates around 40-50 students and these houses are spread across the South to the North of the Campus.
  •  The modern contemporary housing is also available on campus for returning students. Juniper Hall, Valcour Hall, Butler Hall, Lakeview hall, Adirondack Hall, Boardman Hall, 308 Maple Street are the modern type of housing on Campus.
  • The college also has apartment-style housing with one, two, three, and four-bedroom options of suite-style living. This housing is located downtown and added in 2018 to the college housing. A shuttle runs from housing to Campus from 7 am to 11 pm so students can travel to and fro without incurring any costs.
  • The accommodations of all types provide basic furniture and furnishings, Laundry facilities, study, and recreational spaces. Kitchen facilities are either common or private according to the accommodation type.
  • The apartments are fully furnished units with washer, dryer, kitchen, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, Internet, and all utilities included in rent.
  • The dining facilities are also having a lot of variety. The IDX dining hall, The Grill, and Zime are various locations where students can get nutritious and tasty food. The Carte Blanche plan is around USD 6,000 for one academic year. And there are other meal plans also to choose from.
  • The accommodation provided on campus or by college costs around USD 10 to 12,000 per year.

Programs by Champlain College

  • The College offers a plethora of courses for international students including Associate, Bachelor, and Master degrees and undergraduate and postgraduate certificates in Business Management, Marketing and other related areas, Communication, Journalism, Computer Science, and Information Technology, Education, Health professions, Homeland security and law enforcement, Legal professions, Liberal Arts, Languages, Mathematics, Psychology and Performing arts.
  • The institute provides 30 majors and 26 specializations for its candidates to choose from.
  • The College is known for its game developing programs and skills and has the entire equipment and well-equipped labs and classrooms to offer related programs.
  • The College also offers Study- abroad programs and has two international campuses that help in this process.
  • There are 12 online bachelor degrees, 20 undergraduate certificates, and four associate degrees offered at the college to students
  • Due to its high demand, the university offers an online MBA program that prepares students for business and entrepreneurial life after graduation 

Champlain College Application Process

How to apply?

Application Portal: The admission applications are accepted through common or Champlain college application. 

Application Fee: No application fee charged by the college.

Application Deadline: The admissions are taken on a rolling basis according to seat availability.

Basic Admission Requirements

  • Standardized Test Scores SAT or ACT is not required for undergraduates but if students would like to submit the scores for their academic competency, they can. GRE/GMAT scores are required for Graduates depending on the programs.
  • Official transcripts of High school/College degree. These transcripts must be attested by the issuing university or Board.
  • English Language proficiency test(s) for international non-native English speaking applicants-
    • IELTS 6.5 with no module score is less than 5.5
    • TOEFL iBT 79 with no subscore lower than 14
    •  PTE 58
  • One letter of recommendation highlighting the academic potential needs to be submitted.
  • Financial support documents and Passport copy of ID pages

Champlain College Cost of Attendance

For all the prospective candidates of the institute, an estimated budget for international students looking to study in the US has been tabulated below.

Item Amount for Undergraduate (in USD) Amount for Graduate (in USD)
Tuition 42,564 (per annum) 4,770 (per three semester)
Residence 9,856- 15,900 9,856- 15,900
Meals 365-5,998 365-5,998
Health and Activity Fee 220 220
Health and other insurance 1,960 1,960
First Year Fee 220 220
Books and supplies 1,000 500
Transportation 1,424 1,424
Personal expenses 5,852 5,852

Online undergraduate programs cost 318 USD per credit and 954 USD per course while online graduate programs cost 795 USD per credit and 2,385 USD per course.

Scahorlships by Champlain College

The college provides financial aid to its students and approximately 90% of the students receive some type of financial aid in the form of awards and scholarships for international students to study in the USA. The average total scholarship amount varies from 1,000 USD - 30,000 USD per year per student. Apart from that, the college also has the facility of providing state aid programs, federal grants, and other scholarships by organizations

College’s Endowed Scholarship Funds for Students come from the donors that are generally awarded to the students who can successfully demonstrate their financial need to carry out their academic goals.

The college has a merit-based scholarship for which all first-year incoming students are automatically eligible on the basis of their previous academic record and the application essays etc.

Besides this, the college has some specific subject-related awards. The college also helps students apply for state grants and loans to meet their study expenditures.

Other Sources of Funding: 

Applying for scholarships to study in the US can be overwhelming due to their extensive application filing process. Here’s a brief list of research scholarship opportunities from private organizations both within the U.S. and India.

  • American University Emerging global leader Scholarship
  • United World Colleges International Youth Scholarships.
  • Civil Society Leadership Award
  • The Indian Trust Fellowship
  • Stanford Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowships for Indian Students
  • Fulbright-Nehru Research Fellowship
  • Inlaks Scholarship

Alumni network

  • The College alumni Champlain-connect organize reunions, recreational events, sports events, conducts philanthropic events, scholarships, and helps in mentoring the students.
  • The alumni have various alumni networks and the Leadership board also. Being a member of this board is a prestigious position for the students.
  • The alumni through its regional and international chapters help in generating jobs and career opportunities for the students of the college and help in enhancing their skills from time to time according to the current needs of the market.
  • Some notable alumni of the College are Jeremy Bishop, Basketball player; Clem Bissonnette, Politician; Steven Crowder, Political commentator; Rusty DeWees, Entertainer; Maxine Finkelstein, Executive; Volodymyr Heninson, President of soccer's Ukrainian Premier League; James McNeil, Politician; Laura Sibilia, politician; and Donald H. Turner, Politician.

Champlain College Placements 

The College has a Career Development Center known as career collaborative and subscribes to the online job portal Handshake that allows the students to upload their resume and look for the suitable available positions. The portal also helps in polishing and acquiring employment skills. The employers are also able to post their requirements on the portal.

Champlain College has several dedicated career services to help its students get the best of the opportunities. Some statistics regarding Chapmplain placements:

  • 91%: Champlain College Class of 2022 students employed or continuing education six months post-graduation.
  • 88%: Students Employed in Career-Relevant Jobs
  • 89%: Employed students in positions related to their career goals.
  • The median starting salary of Champlain College is USD 48,700.
  • The median salary for graduates with a master’s degree in management is USD 72,800.
  • According to Payscale the average salary of Champlain College graduates is USD 62,674.

The average salaries of Champlain College graduates by job designation are tabulated below:

Designation Average Salary Per Annum (USD)
Forensic Computer Analyst 68,000
Software Engineer 74,000
Information Technology (IT) Director 115,000
Graphic Designer 48,000
Security Analyst 71,000
Marketing Coordinator 41,000

FAQs

Ques. What are the online programs available at Champlain College?

Ans. The college provides a variety of online programs be it graduate or undergraduate or certificate programs. Some of the programs are MBA, MEd in Early Education, MS in Digital Forensic Science, MS in Information Security, Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Bachelor's Degree in Computer and Information Systems.

Ques. What is the average salary of Champlain College graduates?

Ans. According to Payscale the average salary of Champlain College graduates is USD 62,674.

Ques. How many students get placed at Champlain College?

Ans. Within only six months of graduation, 91% of its Class of 2022 were employed or continuing their education.

Ques. What is the tuition fee for graduate and undergraduate programs at Champlain College?

Ans. Given below is the tuition fee for both undergraduate and graduate programs:

Undergraduate: USD 42,564

Graduate: USD 795 Cost/Credit

Ques. What are some of the scholarships available for international students at Champlain College?

Ans. Champlain College offers various types of scholarships to both undergraduate and graduate domestic and international students. The scholarships are merit-based diversity scholarships, need-based scholarships, and others.

Ques. How can I apply to Champlain College?

Ans. Students can apply through the official university website or the Common Application. The applications are free of cost.

Ques. What are the admission requirements for international students at Champlain College?

Ans. The admission requirements for international students at Champlain College include an online application, transcripts, portfolio, proof of English proficiency, letter of recommendation, sat or act is not required personal interviews. Some applicants may be asked to submit additional documents

Ques. Does the college provide accommodation facilities to international students?

Yes, Champlain College offers accommodation facilities to international students through its resident halls. Some of which are Victorian Era Residence Halls, Apartment Style Residence Halls, Suite Style Accommodations, and others.

Courses & Fees

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Degree TypeBachelor
Duration4 years
Study ModeFull Time
LanguageEnglish
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Tuition FeeINR 44.4 L/Yr
Native FeeUSD 47,400 /Yr
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Admission Guide

Admission Process

With an acceptance rate of 75%, it can be inferred that gaining admission at Champlain college is lightly competitive. Admissions take place during fall, summer and winter.

The Office of Admissions is responsible for critically evaluating the applications for UG courses and granting admission to eligible students. Candidates can apply through common as well as Champlain college admissions portal. Factors that are primarily taken into consideration while assessing the applications include academic performance, high school coursework, and GPA. Champlain University offers online as well as offline programs.

Champlain University is a test-optional school which means that they consider an application with and without the test scores. However, test scores are recommended. Additionally, essays, recommendation letters, and overall performance are also considered to ensure that the applications are assessed holistically. It is important to have a look at the average scores needed for admission:

  • GPA: 3.24
  • SAT score (75%): 1270
  • ACT score (75th %): 29

Highlights

Application Portal UG: Common Application/Champlain College Admission
PG: Graduate Application Centre Student Portal
Application Fee UG: Free
PG: Free
Champlain College Acceptance Rate 75%
Mode of Payment Credit Card
Champlain College Average SAT Score  1360
Champlain College Average ACT Score 26
Academic Calendar Semester-based
Intake Seasons Fall, Spring, Summer
Interview Requirements Required only for few graduate programs
Work Experience Highly recommended for MBA program
Financial Aid Available for both domestic and international students

Champlain College Application Deadline

Term Application Deadline
Undergraduate
Early Decision I November 15
Regular Decision January 15
Spring Admission Rolling
Graduate 
Fall 2023 October 1, 2023
Spring 2023 February 1, 2023
Summer 2023 July 1, 2023

Champlain College International Admissions

The University has a similar admission process for domestic and international students, and the general application requirements are also the same. Despite that, international students need to meet certain additional requirements:

English Language Requirement

Applicants may submit scores of either of the tests mentioned below:

Test type Minimum Score
IELTS 6.6
TOEFL(PBT) 550
TOEFL(iBT) 80
PTE 53

VISA Requirement

Once the I-20/DS-2019 form is ready, the corresponding admission office will be mailing it to you. Pay the SEVIS fee after obtaining I-20/DS-2019 form and appear for Visa interview.

Financial Support

It is essential for international applicants to provide proof of financial support and provide details of the sponsor.

Champlain College Undergraduate Admissions

Application Portal: Application for UG programs can be submitted via Common application/ Champlain college admission portal.

Application Fee: free

Academic Requirements: Applicants need to submit SAT or ACT scores to fulfil academic requirements.

ACT Scores
Average ACT Score 26
25th Percentile ACT Score 23
75th Percentile ACT Score 29
SAT Scores
Average Score 1189 (Math: 581; Reading: 608)
25th Percentile SAT Score 1110 (Math: 540; Reading: 570)
75th Percentile SAT Score 1270 (Math: 620; Reading: 650)

Supporting Documents: Transcripts, standardized test scores (optional), lists of extracurricular activities, the essay (optional) and recommendations. The GPA, class rank and other academic measures help to determine if a candidate is academically ready.

Champlain College Graduate Admissions

  • For the graduate programs in Creative Media (BFA), Game Art (BS), Game Design (BS), Visual Communication Design (BFA), Filmmaking (BFA), a major portfolio is required.
  • Champlain College accepts AACRAO's IES evaluations for transcripts evaluation.

At Champlain College, one can choose from online graduate courses. The admission requirements for some of the well-regarded courses of the university are mentioned below:

Course Application Deadline Academic Requirements
MBA Applications Due: July 26
Classes Start: August 26
Bachelor’s degree 2.5 GPA,
Transcripts; Two years of work experience;
Essay; Resume; Personal interview
MS in Accounting Fall 1: July 31 Fall 2: September 25
Summer 1: April 1 Summer 2: June 5
Spring1: December 6 Spring 2: February 7
 
A bachelor's degree with any of these subjects:
Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting,
Intermediate Accounting I, Intermediate Accounting II
MS in health relations and organizational development Fall 1: July 31 Fall 2: September 25
Summer 1: April 10 Summer 2: June 5
Spring1: December 6 Spring 2: February 7
 
at least 2 years experience; a bachelor's degree;
GPA of 2.5, Essay; Resume;
Personal interview
MS in Healthcare administration Fall 1: July 31 Fall 2: September 25
Summer 1: April 1 Summer 2: June 5
Spring1: December 6 Spring 2: February 7
at least 2 years experience a bachelor's degree;
GPA of 2.5, Essay; Resume;
Personal interview

While applying at Champlain College, the applicants are suggested to give emphasis on the letter of recommendation and statement of purpose. They must be able to reflect upon their personal achievements and competencies.

Additionally, candidates must also have all the deadlines insight, be ready with their English proficiency, SAT, ACT scores on time so that the university receives the score on time.

Placements & Recruiters

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Contact Information

163 South Willard St., Burlington, VT 05401

+1-802-860-2700

+1-888-545-3459

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Overall score

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Academic
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Faculty
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Infrastructure
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Accommodation
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Placement
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Extracurricular
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