Since 1791, the University of Vermont has worked to build a thriving future for people and planet. Today, UVM is a top 100 research university where discovery, creativity, community and action coalesce in support of our singular, urgent goal: make tomorrow better. Home to seven schools and colleges with 100+ undergraduate degree programs, UVM inspires students to develop innovative solutions to the world’s challenges, think and work on a global scale, and shape meaningful careers. Here, students’ educational experience and activities are enriched by our location — from the energy and innovation of Burlington to the forests, farms, and independent spirit of Vermont. Our hometown perennially appears on national rankings that praise its livability, access to nature and recreation (including the best skiing in the northeast), thriving food and music scene, rising identity as a technology and innovation hub, and its status as a top college town.