Vermont Teacher Colleges and Degrees Online Guide
In order to work in the Vermont public school system, all teachers must complete an approved teacher preparation program at an accredited school. This guide to teacher preparation programs offered in Vermont provides key information, including a table of accredited, state-approved schools and curated lists of top-ranked programs.
Table of Contents
- VT Teacher Preparation Program Comparison
- 5 Affordable VT Bachelor’s in Education Programs
- Top-Ranked Vermont Education Programs
- Best Bachelor’s in Education Programs
- Schools with Associate Degrees in Education
Comparison of Vermont Schools With Teacher Preparation Programs
The table below compares nine Vermont teacher preparation programs across key factors. All listed institutions are not-for-profit and approved by the Vermont Agency of Education (AOE). Completing a state-approved program is a key step toward licensure. While Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) accreditation is not required for licensure, we include it because CAEP is a nationally respected accreditor whose standards are recognized or accepted in most states.
Data includes enrollment, completion, and pass rates for traditional and alternative programs, based on the 2024 Title II Report (2022-2023 school year). Traditional programs are usually part of a bachelor’s degree, while alternative certification programs target career changers and may lead to a certificate or master’s degree. Many schools offer both—review our Vermont traditional certification guide and our Vermont alternative certification guide for more. Net price reflects the average annual cost for in-state undergraduates—tuition, books, room and board—minus grants and scholarships.
| State-Approved School | CAEP Accred.?1 | Trad. Teacher Program Enrollment2 | Trad. Teacher Prep Prog. Completers2 | Trad. Licensing Exams Pass Rate2 | Alt. Teacher Program Enrollment2 | Alt. Teacher Prep Prog. Completers2 | Alt. Licensing Exams Pass Rate2 | Net Price3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castleton University | No | — | 34 | 57% | — | — | — | $17,528 |
| Champlain College | No | — | 7 | N.Av. | — | 28 | 87% | $35,870 |
| Goddard College | No | — | 8 | 80% | — | — | — | $23,794 |
| Middlebury College | No | — | 5 | N.Av. | — | — | — | $24,517 |
| Northern Vermont University | No | — | 26 | 85% | — | — | — | $16,800 |
| Norwich University | No | — | 7 | N.Av. | — | — | — | $25,641 |
| Saint Michael’s College | No | — | 24 | 77% | — | — | — | $31,096 |
| University of Vermont | Yes | — | 126 | 89% | — | — | — | $20,235 |
| Vermont Technical College | No | — | — | — | — | 11 | N.Av. | $21,279 |
- — indicates none or not applicable.
- N.Av. indicates data was not available or pass rates were omitted for confidentiality.
Most Affordable Bachelor’s in Education Programs in Vermont
Our list of the most affordable bachelor’s in education programs is based on the net price per year for undergraduate tuition. Net price is the average cost of attendance after grants and scholarships are applied. These five most affordable schools have a net price under $24,000.
- Northern Vermont University ($16,800)
- Castleton University ($17,528)
- University of Vermont ($20,235)
- Vermont Technical College ($21,279)
- Goddard College ($23,794)3
Top-Ranked Schools With Education Programs in Vermont
Best Bachelor’s in Education Programs in Vermont
Our list of the top five bachelor’s in education programs is based on the traditional pathway pass rate data from the 2024 Title II Reports.
- University of Vermont (89%)
- Northern Vermont University (85%)
- Goddard College (80%)
- Saint Michael’s College (77%)
- Castleton University (57%)2
Schools With Associate Degrees in Education
While a bachelor’s degree is the minimum educational level required to qualify for state certification, an associate’s degree can be the first step towards a career in education. It can qualify graduates for careers in non-licensed roles in early childhood education, after-school care, and related areas. The credits earned from an accredited associate degree program can also typically be transferred towards a bachelor’s degree. The two Vermont schools below offer associate degrees in education.3 Schools with an asterisk (*) also offer four-year teaching programs and/or alternative route to certification programs.
- Community College of Vermont
- Vermont State University*
References:
1. Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP): http://caepnet.org/provider-search
2. US Department of Education 2024 Title II Report: https://title2.ed.gov/Public/Home.aspx
3. National Center for Education Statistics College Navigator: https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/