University of Vermont

The University of Vermont, established in 1791, is the largest institution of higher learning in Vermont, comprising nearly 300 buildings and a 950-acre main campus. Located in Burlington, Vermont's largest city, the university maintains a dual focus on instruction and research.

Its enrollment is approximately 7,600undergraduates, 1,100 graduates and 400 medical students. The average undergraduate class size is 22. The majority of undergraduates are from outside Vermont, principally the Northeastern states.

UVM offers more than 90 undergraduate majors; the most popular are business, English, and political science. The university also offers four preprofessional programs; 72 master's and 20 doctoral degree programs; and an M.D. program. The faculty consists of 974 full-time and 183 part-time instructors.

UVM supports 19 varsity sports for men and women. Off-campus grounds include four research farms, nine natural areas and several regional education centers.

Location: Burlington Vermont 05405 Telephone 802-656-3370 Fax 802-656-8611

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