Congratulations on your acceptance! We are pleased to welcome you to Vermont State, where you’ll spend every day building a clear and confident future. Our community is excited to have you join us, and we look forward to the work we’ll do together.
This is an outline of next steps for accepted students. The Vermont State University Academic Catalog contains all university-wide policies.
Your First Steps to Enrollment: Check Your Admissions & Financial Aid Information
Reply to Your Offer of Admission
You’ve made your decision and you’re ready to make it official! Accept your offer of admission by completing the Decision Reply Form on your Application Status Page. Your Decision Reply Form will appear after you have viewed your admission letter, by clicking “View Update” on your status page.
Submit your Enrollment Deposit
Deposit will ensure you receive important enrollment information and is required to proceed with enrollment steps. If you haven’t already, please go to your Application Status Page to submit your deposit. The option to submit your deposit will appear after you have completed your Decision Reply Form. Deposit is due by May 1 for fall enrollment and December 1 for spring enrollment. We will work with students beyond these dates as needed and on a space available basis. Your deposit will be credited on your future Vermont State account.
Ensure your Application Status Page Checklist Items are Complete
Students often have items to complete after admission and prior to enrollment, such as making sure your final, official transcripts are on file when they are available. Please go to your Application Status Page to view your Application and Enrollment Checklists. Additional items may be required for your specified program of study.
Access Your Vermont State Portal
The portal is a Vermont State Colleges System and university environment you now have access to as an admitted student. First, activate your portal account. Log in to your Vermont State Portal and be prepared with your username and password for future use. You are able to select ‘VTSU Admitted Students’ to log in to view items of interest, such as your financial aid. You will use the portal for more as you progress toward enrollment, such as to view your class schedule.
Duo Security is enforced for all Vermont State students. You are encouraged to prepare for Duo, as it is required and protects university system applications you use. Duo offers several methods of multi-factor authentication. The Duo Mobile application is the easiest way to authenticate. Visit the FAQ page on the VSC IT Support website for more information.
Understand Cost of Attendance
View detailed tuition and fee information on our robust Tuition and Fees page. We are happy to help you understand your costs and encourage you to connect with your admissions counselor to walk through this information with you. Your counselor’s contact information appears on your Application Status Page.
Apply for Financial Aid
For more information about types of financial aid, how to apply, and understanding your aid, please see our robust Financial Aid information pages. If you haven’t already done so, complete your Financial aid application (FAFSA) and have it reported to Vermont State. Our FAFSA code is 003698. Make sure the Financial Aid Office has all your documents, found on your Vermont State Portal. Bill and payment information will be available after registration.
Your Next Steps to Enrollment: Complete Student Life Forms & Requirements
Below is a list of items you can anticipate having to do prior to enrollment. These requirements are applicable through Spring 2025 entry and will be updated for upcoming start terms.
Submit your Residence Life Housing Contract
If you plan to reside in campus housing, you will need to submit a Residence Life Housing Contract. First and second year students are required to live on campus if not commuting from their or their parent’s home. You can review campus housing options on our Student Life pages.
You will use your Portal login information to access our eRezLife system. When you are logged in to eRezLife, click on “My Profile”. Complete the profile here and make sure to submit. Once that is complete, click on “Housing Overview” under the Housing menu item. Select your “Spring 2025 Home Campus” and choose the “Incoming…” Student Type that matches you. Save. Click on the green “Apply Now” button to complete your 2024-2025 VTSU Housing Application. Complete your housing contract by answering all questions and hitting “Save and continue”. Confirm that you understand the housing contract and that the information is complete then hit “Submit application”. NOTE: Our 2025-2026 Housing Application will be available in Spring 2025.
Complete and return your Health and Immunization Form(s)
This is required of all undergraduate students by Vermont State Law to attend class on campus. You will use your Vermont State Portal login information to access our Student Health Portal. On your Student Health Portal, select to view your ‘pending forms’ or view these in the my forms tab. Select each form to view requirements and complete. Please contact Health and Wellness Services with any questions about this process.
Complete your Student Tech Requirement Form
Vermont State University will require full-time undergraduate degree-seeking students who start in or after fall 2024 to have a laptop computer for coursework. Please see Student Tech Requirement and FAQ. The Student Tech Requirement Form will appear as a checklist item on your Application Status Page if you are requested to complete this item.
Complete your TRIO Form
TRIO grant funding enables the university to provide additional academic support services to students who are eligible, such as undergraduate students who are first-generation, income-eligible, or students with documented disabilities. The TRIO form will help us determine your eligibility for the TRIO grant.
TRIO forms are campus specific and will appear as a checklist item on your Application Status Page if you are requested to complete this item.
Consider Requesting Accommodations
If you would like to request accommodations or would like more information about Disability Services, please email DisabilityServices@VermontState.edu.
Submit information and a photo for your Student ID
When you enroll, Public Safety will use a passport quality photo for your ID card. Your ID card will serve as your overall campus identification and will be used for many purposes, such as to get into campus buildings and to access your food plan.
Upload your photo to Public Safety; use your Vermont State Portal username and password to access the upload form.
Register your Vehicle
All students must register their vehicle with Public Safety each year, if commuting by car or planning to bring a vehicle to campus. New students are able to request a permit for the upcoming academic year.
If you cannot create an account or need assistance, please email PublicSafety@VermontState.edu and someone will reach out to you.
Steps to Enrollment for Your Program: Complete Additional Programmatic Requirements
Many of our programs also have additional information for new students and/or required materials students will need to bring.
Undergraduate Students: Below is a list of programs with Fall 2024 requirement examples. Similar requirements can be expected for coming entry terms. This information will be updated as soon as it is available.
Graduate students: You are encouraged to check in with your academic advisor for any program-specific requirements. Their information is in your admittance letter.
- Automotive Technology
- Construction Management
- Dental Hygiene
- Diesel Power Technology
- Nursing (BSN Degree Completion)
- Nursing (AS)
- Practical Nursing (CT)
- Paramedicine
- Professional Pilot Technology
- Radiologic Science
- Respiratory Therapy
- Veterinary Technology
Vermont State University Undergraduate Registration and Orientation Programs
Undergraduate Students: Below are the steps that will prepare you for registering and making your transition to the university successful. Admissions will connect with new, incoming students to provide initial next steps for registration and orientation programs on a rolling basis through to the semester start.
Graduate Students: You will receive a welcome email with information about advising and course registration from the Office of Graduate Studies.
The first day of classes can be found in the Academic Calendar.
Complete Your Registration Questionnaire
A Registration Questionnaire will appear as a checklist item on your Application Status Page in December for Spring enrollment and in May for fall enrollment. Your Registration Questionnaire will ensure all of your admissions information is correct and help inform your course registration. Completion of it will tell us that you want to be registered!
Complete Vermont State 101
Vermont State 101 is a required online orientation program that will inform you about academic life and university resources and help you understand keys to your success as a new Vermont State student. Access Vermont State 101 by selecting “Student Login” and entering your Vermont State Portal username and password. Vermont State 101 is required to be completed before the start of your classes.
Mathematics Assessment
Many undergraduate students will be asked to complete a math assessment to help your success advisor guide you toward a math class that is right for you. The assessment will appear as an enrollment checklist item on your Application Status Page if this is a requirement for you. See further information on the math assessment. Students who are transferring in college-level mathematics will not be asked to complete math assessment.
Engage in an Advising Conversation
Together with a university expert, your Student Success Advisor, you will finalize your class schedule.
First-year students, and students transferring in fewer than 30 credits, will be registered for most or all classes prior to the advising conversation. Together, you and your Student Success Advisor will then discuss your class preferences, interests, goals, and make adjustments to finalize your schedule as needed.
Early College, VAST, and students transferring in 30 or more credits will complete class registration during the meeting with their Student Success Advisor.
You will also be assigned a faculty advisor, who you will be connected with when the semester starts. Both your faculty advisor and your student success advisor will help you navigate your Vermont State educational path.
Join us for Vermont State Days! (Fall Only)
Summer events designed specifically for new incoming fall students. These one day, in-person events are available at each of our primary campuses, as well as an online option. These highly encouraged, yet optional, summer events are designed for you to connect, get comfortable, and have fun! Family programming will also be available. Join us at your future campus or online. Emailed invitations to register will come from admissions based on your intended campus.
Attend Vermont State Kickoff
In the days prior to the start of classes, all new students (first-year and transfer, living on campus or commuting) are encouraged to attend Vermont State Kick-Off at their primary campus or online. This orientation program is designed for you to further acclimate and connect with resources, faculty, staff, and students – setting the stage for success in the first week of classes.
Enjoy Welcome Week
Welcome week is a series of in-person and online activities during the first week of classes, so you know we are here, happy to help, and excited to support you on your new adventure at Vermont State.
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Questions?!
Please reach out to the Admissions Office for any assistance with any part of your enrollment process. We can be reached at Admissions@VermontState.edu or by calling (888) 398-VTSU (8878).
