College of St. Joseph

(Rutland, VT)

A career-oriented, liberal arts college in the Green Mountains of Vermont, the College of St. Joseph (CSJ) is characterized by four distinctive features:

1. Academic programs which blend theory and practice, emphasizing learning through internships and community service.
2. A small, residential college community (400 students), where "higher education on a first name basis" is the motto.
3. An assessment of individual student strengths on an ongoing basis and continual academic advisement to guide the achievement of student educational goals.
4. An affordable (lowest private college tuition in Vermont), high-quality, personalized student educational experience.

Admissions

78.3%
of Applicants Admitted
SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile
  • 1150–1450 SAT Total
  • 340–520 SAT Reading
  • 360–520 SAT Math
  • 370–520 SAT Writing
  • 17–21 ACT Composite
  • 17–24 ACT English
  • 16–19 ACT Math
  • 14–21 ACT Writing

Cost

$28,900
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board
  • $17,550
  • $17,550
  • $10,350
  • $1,000

Will I Like It

304
number of undergraduates
  • Private Non-Profit
  • Suburban
  • Catholic
  • 60% Women

Areas of Study

Education

Education Administration

Engineering

Computer Science

Health & Medicine

Fitness, Health Administration

Humanities

English Language & Literature

Public Service

Community Organization & Service

Social Sciences

Psychology

Extra Curriculars

Accounting Club, American Red Cross, Books, Chess, Computers, Big Brothers & Big Sisters, Boy Scouts, Boys & Girls Club, Computer Club, Jogging, DECA - Distributive Education Clubs of America, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Fellowship Christian Athletes, Girl Scouts, Habitat for Humanity, HOSA - Health Occupation Students of America, Investment Club, Junior Achievement, Key Club, Rotary Club

Long Description

Located close to major ski resorts (Killington, Pico, etc.), the CSJ campus offers multiple extracurricular opportunities for student growth and development, all within a close-knit college community guided by Christian values and Roman Catholic traditions.

All new first-time, full-time students can "lock in" their tuition and not be subject to future tuition increases by participating in the CSJ Tuition Guarantee Program. Simply complete the agreement form and return it by March 31st of each year.

Degree programs include:
Arts and Sciences
English, History, Liberal Studies, Radiography

Business
Accounting, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, Radiography Management and Sports Management

Criminal Justice

Education
Elementary Education/Multidisciplinary Studies, Secondary English Education, Secondary Social Studies Education

Psychology and Human Services
Behavioral Sciences, Psychology, alcohol and substance Abuse Services, Child and Family Services, Community Counseling, Community Development and Human Services

*All academic programs culminate with internships which provide real-world experience.

Mailing Address

71 Clement Road
Rutland, VT 05701-3899
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