Bachelor's Degree 4 years

Community and International Development

The University of Vermont · Burlington, United States

Tuition

$178,584

Duration

4 years

Degree

Bachelor's Degree

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About The University of Vermont

AI snapshot

Community and International Development is a Bachelor's Degree 4 years program taught in in Burlington, United States. Annual tuition is $178.6k. You can apply free through SIT Connect.

Overview

Explore the dynamics of community engagement and global development in this comprehensive program. Gain insights into social change, policy-making, and international relations, preparing you for impactful careers in diverse settings.

How applying works

Four steps, with a local SIT advisor beside you through all of them — free.

  1. 1

    Apply online

    Send the free application — your advisor checks every document before it goes to the university.

  2. 2

    Get your offer

    The university reviews your file and issues the acceptance letter.

  3. 3

    Confirm & visa

    Accept the offer — your advisor then prepares the visa file with you.

  4. 4

    Enroll & arrive

    Finalize enrollment on arrival and start classes.

Admission requirements

Minimum GPA
Good secondary-school results in relevant subjects

Completed secondary/high-school education with good grades in relevant subjects, or an equivalent qualification / recognised foundation or pathway programme.

Language requirements

TestMinimum
IELTSmin 6.5
Duolingomin 110

English-language proficiency is required. Where a minimum IELTS/TOEFL/PTE score is listed above, that figure is the threshold; otherwise typical requirements are around IELTS 6.0–6.5 for undergraduate and 6.5–7.0 for postgraduate study (or an accepted equivalent, or a Medium-of-Instruction waiver). Confirm the exact score with your advisor.

Proof of English proficiency — typically IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo or equivalent (see the minimum scores listed). A Medium-of-Instruction (MOI) letter may be accepted in place of a test by some institutions.

Required documents

Valid passport
academic transcripts
degree/secondary-school certificate (or proof of current enrolment)
personal statement
two reference letters
English-language test results (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE)
and a CV/résumé where applicable.

Documents are checked by your advisor before submission.

Core curriculum

01Community Engagement Strategies
02International Development Theory
03Social Change and Policy
04Sustainable Development Practices
05Cultural Competence in Development
06Research Methods in Community Studies

Career prospects

Roles graduates of this program typically move into.

Community Development CoordinatorInternational Development ConsultantPolicy AnalystNonprofit Program ManagerSocial Impact Researcher

Questions, answered

How much does Community and International Development cost?

Tuition is $178.6k per year. The application through SIT Connect is free.

How long does it take, and when can I start?

The program takes 4 years.

How do I apply?

Start the free application on this page — a local SIT advisor checks your documents, submits to the university, and handles the follow-up and visa steps with you.

What is the duration of the program?

The Bachelor’s degree in Community and International Development typically takes four years to complete.

What are the language requirements for international students?

International students are required to have a minimum IELTS score of 6.5.

Where is the University of Vermont located?

The University of Vermont is located in Burlington, United States.

When can I start this program?

The program has intakes in August 2026 and January 2027.

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