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University of Vermont vs Champlain College: which has better ROI?

Public, Burlington VT · vs · Private nonprofit, Burlington VT

The verdict

University of Vermont has the better ROI: it clears its 4-year net cost of $77,372 in 5.5 years versus 14.3 years at Champlain College, on median earnings of $62,472 vs $58,386 ten years out. (Scorecard, 2026 · our math.)

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Head to head
MeasureUniversity of VermontChamplain College
Net price / yr$19,343$35,860
Total net cost$77,372$143,440
Median earnings, 10 yrs$62,472$58,386
Median debt$20,951$26,814
Payback5.5 yrs14.3 yrs
20-year net return$204,868$57,080

College Scorecard (2026), institution-level · payback and returns are our math. Figures blend all majors.