Type: Graduate Program

Associate Director of Admissions

Assistant Professor

Why Study Business Administration at Vermont State?

Flexible schedule: Our 8-week modules allow you to enroll when you’re ready and move through the program at your own pace. By enrolling in two classes in each module, you can complete your degree in as little as 12 months.
Seasoned professionals: Learn from instructors who have achieved personal success in business and can teach from both academic theory and learned experiences in the field.
Career-focused: Our course specialties allow you to choose a path to graduation that best suits your unique professional goals.
Affordable and accessible: We have one of the lowest per-credit tuition rates in the country and don’t require GMAT or GRE scores for admission.

Concentrations in Business Administration

Students in this program choose a concentration to combine with their foundational classes.

Accounting
Healthcare Administration
Leading Organizational Change
Media and Communication

To apply, please select Business Administration from the list on the application. You will have opportunity to identify your concentration interest after you apply.

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Financial Aid for Business Administration Students

Vermont State University is providing a high-quality, affordable degree in Business Administration to students across Vermont and Beyond. Our financial aid team is here to help you explore all your options.

Internships & Jobs in Business Administration

At Vermont State, you’ll gain leading-edge skills for business administration jobs through internships, co-ops, career coaching, and more. Our internship placements are guaranteed to grow your professional network.

Many students of this program work full or part-time while studying and are able to apply their course knowledge in their own workplaces. Our program is well-respected throughout the region and can place you in an array of different experiential learning opportunities.

Student Stories

“Graduate school has broadened my knowledge of the business field, and my classmates have changed my perspective on things in many ways. I believe you get pushed by classmates more than you would as an undergrad. They help you learn just as much of the coursework and professor does. It has been a very rewarding experience thus far.”
Max Temple ’22

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Athletic Training, M.A.T.

Vermont State’s Master of Athletic Training will prepare you for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination in just two years. In this selective program, you’ll take part in extensive clinical experiences working with men’s and women’s varsity athletic teams at local colleges and high schools. In your medical facility rotation, you’ll be mentored by healthcare professionals in the practice settings of emergency medicine, orthopedics, and family practice medicine.

Our Athletic Training degree program uses a competency-based approach in both the classroom and clinical settings, with an emphasis on clinical reasoning skills. You’ll complete one immersive clinical experience and participate in the full-time experience and day-to-day role of an athletic trainer.

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Reese Boucher

Professor / Program Director

802.468.1435

*U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Why Study Athletic Training at Vermont State?

Maximum Field Experience: You’ll gain extensive hands-on learning over four semesters of work in the field. Graduate with confidence gained through experience.
Three Certifications: Besides preparation for the Board of Certification (BOC) exam to enter the profession of athletic training, you can also prepare to earn credentials through two additional exams: the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam and the Orthopedic Physician Extender (OPE) exam.
Growing Job Demand: Employment of athletic trainers is projected to grow 17 percent before 2031.* Demand is expected to increase as people learn the effects of sport-related injuries and as more middle-aged and older adults remain active.
Skilled Faculty and Clinicians: Vermont State’s faculty bring a wealth of in-field expertise to their courses. You’ll also work with highly skilled clinicians at area colleges, high schools, and medical clinics during rotations.

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We’re excited you are interested in applying to Vermont State University. Our graduate admissions application is now open and our Admissions Counselor is ready to answer your questions!

Master of Athletic Training Program Admissions Requirements & Application Process

Admissions Requirements

Enrolled in the VTSU Health Science/Pre-Athletic Training or Exercise Science/Pre-Athletic Training bachelor’s degree programs OR earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university by the time of matriculation to the MAT program.
A statement that addresses why you want to pursue a master of athletic training degree, previous exposure you have had with an athletic trainer or another health care provider, and your professional goals. Please limit your statement to 500 words or fewer and include a word count at the end of your statement.
Current Résumé.
Two letters of reference that speak to your scholarship and potential as a health care professional.
Official transcript of all college/university work, both graduate and undergraduate. It is with your success in mind that we carefully review your academic foundation. We encourage interested students to apply. Admission to the program may be granted if the applicant has an undergraduate cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4-point scale and shows aptitude for graduate studies as reflected in references, writing ability, and personal objectives.
Transcript must verify completion of all of the following prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or better: • Human Anatomy (3-4 cr with lab) • Human Physiology (3-4 cr with lab) • Chemistry (3-4 cr with lab) • Physics (3-4 cr with lab) • Biology (3-4 cr with lab) • Kinesiology or Biomechanics • Physiology of Exercise • Nutrition • Statistics • Introductory Psychology • Public Health (or equivalent)
Proof of current CPR certification at the professional rescuer level.
Students must meet minimum Technical Standard Requirements to be eligible to participate in the MAT Program. A completed Technical Standards form must be submitted as part of the application process.
Students who meet all requirements 1-8 listed above will be contacted after February 1 to schedule an interview.

Prior to matriculation, students must submit:

A criminal background check. Castleton uses CastleBranch for the criminal background check.
Immunization record.

Application Deadline and Process

Students will apply to the program through the Athletic Training Centralized Application Service (ATCAS). Begin the application process here: Apply now.

The application deadline is February 1st. Program faculty will review completed applications after this deadline. Applications will continue to be accepted and reviewed after this deadline if space in the cohort permits.

For More Information

If you have questions regarding your application, contact the Admissions Office at Admissions@VermontState.edu or by calling 888.398.8878. For questions about the program, contact Reese Boucher, Athletic Training Program Director, at Reese.Boucher@VermontState.edu or 802.468.1435.

Vermont State University provides a high-quality, affordable master’s degree in Athletic Training to students across Vermont and beyond. Our financial aid team is here to help you explore all your options.

Scholarships

The Athletic Training Scholarship

Returning students are eligible for the Athletic Training Scholarship. The Athletic Training Scholarship, initiated by Dave Perrin ’76 and funded with the help of alumni, faculty, and friends, was established for the benefit of students studying athletic training. The recipient will be selected by the AT program faculty. To be eligible, you need to meet the following requirements:

Enrolled in an Athletic Training program full-time
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Demonstrate need as determined by the Financial Aid Office
Current FAFSA submitted

Scholarships From Athletic Training Professional Organizations

Note: these scholarships require sponsorship from the athletic training program faculty. The faculty consider academic, clinical, and professional achievements of students when selecting the nominees.

The Vermont Association of Athletic Trainers (VAAT) Scholarship:
The Vermont Association of Athletic Trainers (VAAT), in cooperation with District One of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA), is committed to honoring outstanding athletic training students from the VAAT membership who have excelled academically and clinically. At present, one $2,500 grant and one $1,000 grant will be awarded annually to students who have participated with distinction in a university athletic training program. These awards are meant to encourage the recipients to continue their educational development in the athletic training profession. A maximum of two students from the Master of Athletic Training program may be nominated annually by program faculty to be eligible for these grants.

Eastern Athletic Trainers Association Scholarships:
The Eastern Athletic Trainers’ Association, Inc. has inaugurated a scholarship program honoring outstanding students from the EATA membership who have excelled academically and clinically as professional (entry-level) athletic training students. At present, 11 grants of $3,000 are awarded annually to students in entry-level accredited programs who have participated with distinction in a college or university athletic training program. These awards are meant to encourage the recipients to continue their education toward a professional athletic training degree and pursue a career in athletic training.

Tuition Structure

The graduate tuition rate applies to this program, according to your in-state or out-of-state resident status. Visit Tuition & Fees for current tuition rates.

There are additional fees and expenses that are not included in the tuition rate for this program. Here are examples of fees and expenses you might need to cover, and other expenses may apply too.

Equipment, supplies, and select laboratory and curricular technology fees; specific course fees can be viewed within the course descriptions, as listed in the graduate catalog.
The purchase of appropriate attire to be worn in the clinical setting.
Travel to and from clinical sites.

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Program Outcomes

View employment, graduation, BOC pass rates and other program outcomes for Vermont State’s Master of Athletic Training on the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education website.

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Sample Courses

Sports Emergency Care
Musculoskeletal Assessment and Diagnosis
Therapeutic Interventions
EBP in Athletic Healthcare
Optimizing Athletic Performance
Orthopedic Technology

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Meet Our Faculty

Faculty

Reese Boucher

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Professor / Program Director

Castleton Campus

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Rebekah Peterson

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Associate Professor

Castleton Campus

Staff

Gail Regan

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Professor

Castleton Campus

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Counseling, M.A.

Our Counseling program gives you experience in the theory and practice of mental health, substance use disorders, and school counseling. Our graduates demonstrate a strong grounding in the knowledge and skills of the counseling profession, as well as in person-centered and strength-based approaches. You will learn how to lead a culturally fluid practice in a diverse society and drive leadership, systems change, and advocacy in the profession, the community, and the larger society. Our flexible program lets you focus on an area of interest to tailor your studies to your career goals. 

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Elga Gruner

Assistant Director of Admissions

802.879.8266

Why Study Counseling at Vermont State?

Unique program: Our curriculum includes a core of required courses, additional specialization coursework in your area of interest, a personal growth experience, and an internship with an accompanying seminar.

Self-paced learning: It usually takes 2.5 to 3.5 years to finish the degree, depending on your individualized plan of study. A thesis is not required.

Expert faculty: Faculty are scholar-practitioners who bring national and local expertise in mental health counseling, school counseling, integrated service delivery, research, and administration to the program.

Licensure preparation: The program prepares students to pursue licensure in clinical mental health, substance use, or school counseling.

Concentrations in Counseling

Students in this program choose a concentration to combine with their foundational classes.

Addictions
Clinical Mental Health
School Counseling

To apply, please select Counseling from the list on the application. You will have opportunity to identify your concentration interest after you apply.

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Financial Aid for Counseling Students

Vermont State University is providing a high-quality, affordable degree in Counseling to students across Vermont and beyond. Our financial aid team is here to help you explore all your options.

Tuition assistance is available to Vermont residents who enroll in the M.A. in Counseling. Learn more about eligibility.

Internships & Jobs in Counseling

At Vermont State, you’ll gain leading-edge skills for counseling jobs through internships, co-ops, career coaching, and more. Our internship placements will help grow your professional network.

Individually designed internships for this program are developed with area agencies, schools, businesses, and colleges to give you hands-on experience.

Job placement locations include:

Colleges and universities
Hospitals
Howard Center
Laraway School
Lamoille Mental Health Agency
Restorative justice agencies
School counseling departments
Department of Children and Family
Wilderness therapy centers

Student Stories

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“The class schedule fit into my life without a total upheaval and provided the path for me to get this specific credential in School Counseling … I’m doing what I wanted to do be doing.”
Erin Dezell G’19

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Clinical Mental Health, M.S.

Vermont State’s Clinical Mental Health program prepares you for careers that promote individual and community wellness, resilience, and recovery. Gain strong preparation for licensure as a clinical mental health counselor in a highly relevant program designed for adult learners. We combine intensive weekend instruction once a month with remote learning and cover a wide variety of content on the clinical mental health community and private practice settings. Work with faculty who are scholar-practitioners with national and local expertise in counseling, integrated service delivery, research, and administration leadership.

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Associate Director of Admissions

Why Study Clinical Mental Health at Vermont State?

Nationally renowned curriculum: Our unique, nationally recognized curriculum will prepare you to meet the educational requirements for licensure as a clinical mental health or professional counselor.*

Recognized for innovation: The program has been recognized as an Innovative Practice by the Annapolis Coalition in five categories: consumer and family / adult mental health, child / adolescent and school-based mental health, leadership, rural mental health, and substance use disorders treatment and persons in recovery.

Licensure and certification preparation: The curriculum covers much of the content required for certification or licensure as a counselor for substance use disorders, and many of our graduates pursue dual licensure.

Community focus: The program’s mission is to prepare professional counselors to work as clinical mental health counselors, in community and private-practice settings, to promote individual and community wellness, resilience, and recovery.

Designed for adult learners: The program combines face-to-face instruction, remote, and distance-learning activities for adult learners. We offer intensive weekend instruction in classes one weekend a month for cohorts in Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Wisconsin, and Alaska.

*Licensure is not guaranteed. It is under the jurisdiction of state licensing boards, and you must meet post-master’s practice requirements and pass the required exams.

Concentrations in Clinical Mental Health

Students in this program choose a concentration to combine with their foundational classes.

Integrated MH & SU Counseling with Adults (MS.CMH.ADT)
Integrated MH & SU Counseling with Children, Youth & Families (MS.CMH.CYF)

To apply, please select Clinical Mental Health from the list on the application. You will have opportunity to identify your concentration interest after you apply.

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Financial Aid for Clinical Mental Health Students

Vermont State University is providing a high-quality, affordable degree in Clinical Mental Health to students across Vermont and beyond. Our financial aid team is here to help you explore all your options.

Internships & Jobs in Clinical Mental Health

At Vermont State, you’ll gain leading-edge skills for clinical mental health jobs through internships, co-ops, career coaching, and more. Our internship placements are guaranteed to grow your professional network.

The degree requires you to complete a 100-hour practicum and two or three 300-hour internships for up to 1,000 hours of practicum and internship experience. Your degree requirements will depend on the licensure requirements in your state.

Accreditation 

The M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling curriculum is based on a set of core competencies that have been drawn from research literature, evidence-based and promising clinical practices, and input from professionals, service users, and their families. The program is aligned with counseling standards but is not accredited by The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).

Student Stories

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“My experience changed the trajectory of my life. In addition to changing my path, the friends and contacts I made along the way I am still in touch with today.”
Kate Murphy ’08

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Nursing M.S.

Take your nursing career in a new direction with a Master of Science in Nursing from Vermont State. This online, six-semester program will prepare you to step into nursing leadership and educator roles at a time when this in-demand field needs nurses to help train new nurses to meet the needs of their communities.

Here, you'll practice the full range of skills to prepare for leadership roles. Classes meet in eight-week modules, and students are guided by an M.S.N.-level nursing advisor. Clinical hours can be completed in a variety of settings, including your place of employment.

Students in the Nurse Educator Track complete a total of 454 practicum hours (177 hours as indirect hours and 277 hours as direct hours). Students in the Clinical Nurse Leader Track complete a total of 454 practicum hours (154 hours as indirect hours and 300 hours as direct immersive experience hours).

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Rachel Smith

Assistant Director of Admissions

Faculty

Why Earn your M.S.N. at Vermont State?

Flexible program: Eight-week modules allow you to enroll when you’re ready and complete the program at your own pace, one course at a time. You can earn your M.S.N in 24 months!
Meet clinical hours in a way that works for you: Required clinical hours can be completed locally and sometimes even at your current job. Our clinical coordinator can also help you find a placement.
Professors who care: You’ll have direct access to your professors through in-person or virtual office hours, and small class sizes lead to the kind of relationship-building that will help you excel.
Increased earning potential: The estimated total annual pay for a clinical nurse leader is $98,000.*

*Source: Glassdoor

Concentrations in Nursing

Students in this program choose a concentration to combine with their foundational classes.

Clinical Nurse Leader
Nurse Educator

To apply, please select Nursing from the list on the application. You will have opportunity to identify your concentration interest after you apply.

Financial Aid for Nursing Students

Vermont State University is providing a high-quality, affordable degree in nursing to students across Vermont and beyond. Our financial aid team is here to help you explore all your options.

Many clinical affiliates offer tuition assistance for students who agree to work for the facility as an LPN or RN after graduation. Several facilities offer additional scholarship programs to help their employees pay for nursing school including, but not limited to, Southwestern Vermont Health Care, Central Vermont Medical Center, The University of Vermont Medical Center, and Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. We encourage prospective students to reach out to local facilities to learn about available opportunities. Contact Admissions@VermontState.edu with questions and for assistance.

Accreditation

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Vermont State University has received provisional approval (pending graduation of the first class) from the Vermont Board of Nursing (BON). Email: SOS.OPRLicensing1@Vermont.gov.

Office of Professional Regulation, 89 Main Street, 3rd Floor Montpelier, VT 05620-3402. Phone: 802.828.2396

The master’s degree program in Nursing (MSN) at Vermont State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

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Studio Arts

A Master of Fine Arts from Vermont State University features studio work and immersion in a community of professional artists. Grow and master your artistic expression — and build meaningful relationships that will support your lifelong art practice. Our M.F.A. can be campus-based, low residency, remote, or any combination of the three. We give you the power to create the full strength of your vision and put your art at the center of your life.

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Associate Director of Admissions

Faculty

Why Study Studio Arts at Vermont State?

Flexible program: This is a single M.F.A. program with a flexible menu of course options that enable you to work on campus, remotely, or in a low-residency format. You can even combine all three options to fit your schedule.
Professional studios: On-campus students have dedicated studio space and create work in the Vermont State University studios for printmaking, painting, sculpture, ceramics, drawing, and multi-media work. Our darkroom, wood shop, welding area, carving benches, outdoor space for sculptural installations, and state-of-the-art computer lab for graphic design and digital art are yours to use, too.
A welcoming community of artists: M.F.A. students in the low-residency program complete four one-month residencies at the renowned Vermont Studio Center. You’ll be immersed in a haven for your creativity while you connect with a community of resident artists and visiting artists from around the world.
Built around your schedule: You will have the option of completing residencies concurrently or not, depending on your circumstances (such as job flexibility, home life, the schedule of visiting artists, or the plans of other students).

Financial Aid for Studio Arts M.F.A. Students

Vermont State University is providing a high-quality, affordable degree in art to students across Vermont and beyond. Our financial aid team is here to help you explore all your options.

Internships & Experiential Learning for M.F.A. Students

We offer several opportunities for you to create a place for yourself in the art world.

Residencies at the Vermont Studio Center are an integral component — and a main attraction — of our M.F.A. program. Low-residency students complete four one-month residencies at the Studio Center and receive individual critiques from M.F.A. faculty and visiting artists at the Studio Center.
Coursework includes internships with area arts agencies, venues, projects, and exhibitions.
On-campus students complete residencies at the Visual Arts Center (VAC) at the Vermont State University-Johnson campus. Each residency comprises an eight-week intensive studio residency housed at the VAC.
In addition to local and regional events, students plan educational trips to epicenters of art history and culture such as New York City, Boston, D.C., and other destinations.

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Leadership Studies, M.A.

Vermont State’s M.A. in Leadership Studies program provides an original stance on the study of leadership that will help you stand out in the workforce. Learn to expand upon conventional approaches to leadership with tools such as design and system thinking, diversity studies, social ethics, and scholar-practitioner methods of inquiry. This degree will support your growth, guide you toward contemplative practice, and take your career to the next level by integrating interdisciplinary and avant-garde content.

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Associate Director of Admissions

Faculty

Why Study Leadership Studies at Vermont State?

Shape the future: Gain the strategies, knowledge, and inspiration to shape the movements of the future, whether you are a mid-career, in transition, or a senior professional. Students come from every sector: education, business, public affairs, human and social services, healthcare, the arts, civic affairs, and others.
Accelerated program: Complete the program in one year through full-time enrollment (two concurrent courses) or in two years with part-time enrollment (one course per semester). Courses can be completed in any sequence.
Engaging instructional strategies: Courses use multimedia content, experiential projects, open education resources, peer study sessions, critical perspectives, creative expression, adult learning theory, and other engaging instructional strategies.

Financial Aid for Leadership Studies Students

Vermont State University is providing a high-quality, affordable degree in leadership studies to students across Vermont and Beyond. Our financial aid team is here to help you explore all your options for funding your graduate education.

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Education

Take your teaching to the next level in our master's in Education program. We offer you a range of paths to develop leadership skills and advanced pedagogical techniques. Our graduates are qualified for careers not only in education but in business, industry, nonprofit management, and other fields as well. You’ll work with faculty who have extensive classroom experience and a mix of education specialties. Our program requires you to complete at least 36 credits, including a common core of 16 to 18 credits. The other credits are determined by your concentration or study plan.

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Associate Director of Admissions

Why Get a Master’s in Education at Vermont State?

Great opportunities: Teachers have the opportunity to become a member of a Vermont Higher Education Collaborative (VT-HEC) cohort and request an additional endorsement from the Vermont Agency of Education for their teacher licensure.
Educational technology: Train to prepare instructional designers (librarians, curriculum specialists, and others) for all education levels or train to prepare personnel development specialists for business.
Elementary education licensure: To pursue initial licensure at the graduate level, you must have a bachelor’s degree in a liberal studies major or the equivalent with a B average in related courses. Additional training opportunities are available through our agreement with VT-HEC.

Financial Aid for Education M.Ed. Students

Vermont State University is providing a high-quality, affordable degree in Education to students across Vermont and beyond. Our financial aid team is here to help you explore all your options for graduate financial aid.

Student Stories

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“The small cohort and personalized environment make the Castleton graduate experience special.”
Deborah Rodolfy ’10
Master’s in Education

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Athletic Leadership, M.S.

Vermont State University's online Master of Science in Athletic Leadership is unlike any other program in the field. We'll prepare you for success in head coaching or administrative director positions in high schools, universities, and private youth athletic organizations that require specialized training. You can complete this fully online, affordable, personalized graduate degree in as little as one year or take your time without taking time off work.

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Associate Director of Admissions

Marybeth Lennox-Levins

Associate Professor, Program Director, Sport Management and Athletic Leadership

802.468.6430

Why Study Athletic Leadership at Vermont State?

Leadership qualifications: Prepare for professional positions in athletic departments in high schools and universities or private youth athletic organizations that require specialized and applied training.
Flexible program: Begin at one of our entry points and complete the 30-credit online program on a schedule that works for you.
Faculty with strong industry experience: Your professors will have deep experience in the athletics field, which they are eager to share with you.
Small class sizes with advisor assistance: Our small class sizes and strong advising staff will provide you with the personal attention you need to excel.

Financial Aid For Athletic Leadership Students

Vermont State University is providing a high-quality, affordable degree in athletic leadership to students across Vermont and beyond. Our financial aid team is here to help you explore all your graduate aid options.

Internships & Jobs in Athletic Leadership

Graduates from the M.S. in Athletic Leadership have gone on to careers at institutions such as:

Spartan Race
PEAK Races
The Endurance Society
UMASS Lowell Recreation
Ludlow Recreation
Fusion Soccer Club
Hartland Recreation
Killington Mountain School
VT Golf Association

Accelerated Path for Vermont State Undergraduates

Vermont State students with an undergraduate major in Sport Management, or who meet certain program prerequisites and selection criteria, may pursue a four-plus-one (4+1) program that will allow you to receive your B.S. in Sport Management and your M.S. in Athletic Leadership in five years total.

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Student Stories

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“The amount of hands-on education and all my field experiences and internships allowed me to build the connections I needed to further my career and find a job in the industry right out of college.”
Kristianna Lawless, ’16, ’17
B.S. Sport Management, M.S. Athletic Leadership

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“When I came on my visit, I just had a feeling that this was the place for me. I really liked the new athletic facilities. I decided to stay for my graduate work because of the financial package that is offered to the graduate assistants. I knew that I would be involved heavily in athletics and I would learn a lot about my field.”
Eric Horsfield, ’15, ’17
B.S. Sport Management, M.S. Athletic Leadership

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