Vermont scholarships and grants
Every program the state of Vermont runs for students, checked against its official page. For a list matched to you, answer a few questions.
Hide service scholarships (4) These pay for school in exchange for working in a job or place afterward.
Open to most students
Vermont Trades Tuition Benefit Program
Up to full tuition, maximum $23,000, plus initial licensing and exam feesVermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC), on behalf of the State of Vermont
Open now · due February 10, 2027Service scholarshipThe catch: Work full time in your profession in Vermont one year per year funded after licensure or certification, or repay.
Up to full tuition (max $23,000), plus initial licensing and exam fees, for industry-recognized trades and high-demand certificate training, forgiven by working in Vermont one year per year funded.
- What it takes: state application
- For trade school students, adults going back to school
- For skilled trades, emergency services/paramedic, energy students
- Need-based: the FAFSA decides how much you get.
Checked against the official page October 5, 2026
Vermont Nurse Faculty Tuition Benefit Program
Up to full tuition, not to exceed UVM's in-state tuition rateVermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC), State of Vermont and Vermont Department of Health
Open now · due February 10, 2027Service scholarshipThe catch: Work full time as nursing faculty at a Vermont nursing school one year per year funded after graduating, or repay.
Up to full tuition (capped at UVM's in-state rate) for graduate nursing students (APRN, MSN, DNP) who will teach at a Vermont nursing school one year per year funded.
- What it takes: state application + FAFSA + essay + transcript
- For grad students
- For nursing (graduate: APRN, MSN, DNP) students
Checked against the official page October 5, 2026
Vermont Rural Health Transformation Tuition Benefit Program
Up to UVM's in-state tuition (or a higher-cost Vermont State University program's tuition)Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC), Vermont Department of Health and Agency of Human Services
Open now · due February 10, 2027Service scholarshipThe catch: Work 5 years (32+ hours a week) in Vermont healthcare serving a rural community, or repay a prorated share.
Up to UVM in-state tuition (or a higher-cost Vermont State University program's) for nursing, mental health, allied health, EMS and dentistry students who commit to 5 years in rural Vermont healthcare.
- What it takes: state application + FAFSA + essay + transcript
- For students starting college, undergrads, grad students, adults going back to school, transfer students
- Needs a 2.5+ GPA
- For nursing, mental health counseling, social work students
Checked against the official page October 5, 2026
802Opportunity (free tuition at Community College of Vermont)
Full CCV tuition plus the $125 administrative fee (combined with Pell and Vermont grants)Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC) and Community College of Vermont; funded by the Vermont Legislature
Apply any timeFree tuition at Community College of Vermont for residents of any age with family adjusted gross income of $100,000 or less, combined with federal and state grants.
- What it takes: FAFSA + state application
- For students starting college, undergrads, adults going back to school, transfer students
- Need-based: the FAFSA decides how much you get.
Checked against the official page October 5, 2026
Freedom & Unity (free tuition at Vermont State University)
Full general tuition at Vermont State University (combined with Pell, Vermont and institutional grants)Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC) and Vermont State University; funded by the Vermont Legislature
Apply any timeFree general tuition at Vermont State University for full- or part-time degree students with family adjusted gross income of $85,000 or less.
- What it takes: FAFSA + state application
- For students starting college, undergrads, adults going back to school, transfer students
- Need-based: the FAFSA decides how much you get.
Checked against the official page October 5, 2026
Vermont Advancement Grant (formerly Vermont Non-Degree Grant)
Varies with need, course cost and program type (annual maximum set by VSAC; not published)Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC), on behalf of the State of Vermont
Apply any timeNeed-based Vermont grant for residents taking non-degree courses or short-term job training that improve employability or introduce them to college.
- What it takes: state application
- For adults going back to school, trade school students
- Need-based: the FAFSA decides how much you get.
Checked against the official page October 5, 2026
Vermont Grant (Vermont Incentive Grant and Part-Time Grant)
Varies; eligible students received $1,000 to $15,350 for 2025-2026Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC), on behalf of the State of Vermont
Apply any timeVermont's need-based state grant for residents in undergraduate degree or certificate programs, full- or part-time, in Vermont or out of state. Awards for 2025-26 ranged from $1,000 to $15,350.
- What it takes: FAFSA + state application
- For students starting college, undergrads, adults going back to school, transfer students
- Need-based: the FAFSA decides how much you get.
- Who can get it: U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen via the FAFSA; Vermont residents who can't file a FAFSA can use the Vermont Grant Pathway Application
Checked against the official page October 5, 2026
Vermont Micro Grant (emergency micro grant)
Not published (small emergency award)Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC), on behalf of the State of Vermont
Apply any timeSmall emergency grant for Vermont students at risk of dropping out because of small, unexpected expenses during the school year; your college nominates you.
- What it takes: school nomination
- For undergrads
- Need-based: the FAFSA decides how much you get.
Checked against the official page October 5, 2026
Governor Phil Hoff Vermont Honor Scholarship
$1,000 (one-time)Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC), on behalf of the State of Vermont
Opens later$1,000 one-time state scholarship for one outstanding graduating senior nominated by each eligible high school or tech center (about 100 a year).
- What it takes: school nomination + state application
- For high school seniors
- Usual timing: Annual school nomination in spring of senior year; the 2026-27 deadline was April 13, 2026 (2027-28 date not yet posted).
Checked against the official page October 5, 2026
For specific students
Military families, foster youth, certain careers and more. Each card says who qualifies.
Emily Lester Vermont Opportunity Scholarship
Generally $1,000-$2,000; may not exceed $3,000Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC), on behalf of the State of Vermont
Open now · due February 10, 2027State-funded scholarship (generally $1,000-$2,000, max $3,000) for current or former Vermont foster youth in undergraduate degree programs at Vermont colleges.
- Who it's for: Current or former foster youth (Vermont DCF custody)
- What it takes: state application + FAFSA
- For high school seniors, students starting college, undergrads
- Need-based: the FAFSA decides how much you get.
Checked against the official page October 5, 2026
Vermont National Guard Tuition Benefit Program
Up to full tuition at Vermont State University or UVM (up to UVM's rate at private or out-of-state schools); varies by school and enrollmentVermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC), on behalf of the State of Vermont
Open now · due February 10, 2027Service scholarshipThe catch: Serve 2 years in the Vermont National Guard per full year funded (less for part-time study), or repay the benefit.
Up to full tuition at Vermont State University or UVM (or up to UVM's rate elsewhere) for active Vermont National Guard members, forgiven through continued Guard service.
- Who it's for: Active member in good standing of the Vermont National Guard
- What it takes: state application
- For students starting college, undergrads, grad students, trade school students, adults going back to school, transfer students
Checked against the official page October 5, 2026
Vermont Armed Services Scholarship
Up to full-time tuition at a Vermont public college or university (up to 130 credits); Pell Grant is deductedVermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC), on behalf of the State of Vermont
Apply any timeFree tuition at Vermont public colleges (or the equivalent at another Vermont school) for the children, stepchildren and spouses of Vermont National Guard, reserve and active-duty members who died on duty.
- Who it's for: Child, stepchild or spouse of a Vermont National Guard, U.S. reserve or active-duty member who died on duty (Gold Star family)
- What it takes: state application + FAFSA
- For students starting college, undergrads, trade school students, adults going back to school, transfer students
Checked against the official page October 5, 2026
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