At the University of Vermont, diversity and academic excellence are inseparable. We believe that we must be accessible and inclusive to all who can contribute to and excel at the institution, regardless of individuals’ backgrounds and circumstances. Establishing a diverse and inclusive culture is a priority at the University of Vermont.
Discovering UVM is a program geared toward students who are entering their final year of high school or secondary school. Students who are first generation and/or from underrepresented cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, U.S citizens, international students studying in the United States, permanent residents, refugees or asylees, and students in the U.S who are undocumented or with DACA status are welcome to apply!
Please be advised that selected attendees will need to have received the COVID-19 vaccine to attend Discovering UVM in accordance with our vaccination policy.
Application must be submitted by October 25th.
If yes, please complete this form and send it to Teasella.Nguyen@uvm.edu. (Please do not book your transportation until your travel grant request has been approved).
Short Essay: Please respond to the following essay prompt in no more than 350 words.
“The University of Vermont is an educationally purposeful community seeking to prepare students to live in a diverse and changing world. We who work, live, study, teach, do research, conduct business, or participate in the University of Vermont are members of this community. As members, we believe in the transforming power of education and agree to help create and foster an environment where we can discover and reach our true potential. We aspire to be a community that values: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice and Responsibility.”
Question: How have your experiences, identities, and perspectives informed you about our Common Ground Values? Choose two Common Ground Values that you share. Why are they important and how do they contribute to UVM community?
(Please note that, should you eventually decide to apply for admission to UVM, you will have the option to use this essay to satisfy the UVM Optional Essay portion.)