Vermont Technical College (VTC) vs Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology

Vermont Technical College and Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology, while both offering quality education, present distinct characteristics that cater to different student preferences. Vermont Technical College, nestled in the picturesque town of Randolph Center, boasts a higher acceptance rate, allowing more students to pursue their academic aspirations. Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology, situated in the vibrant city of Boston, offers a more diverse student body, providing a rich cultural tapestry. While Vermont Technical College excels in engineering and technology programs, Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology shines in healthcare and business disciplines. With varying graduation rates, both institutions strive to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for successful careers. Explore the comprehensive comparison table to delve into further details and discover which institution aligns best with your academic goals and personal preferences.

	Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology	Vermont Technical College
Overview
Location	Boston, Massachusetts	Randolph, Vermont
Campus setting	City: Large	Rural: Remote
College type	4 year	4 year
Control/business model	Private (Non Profit)	Public
Calendar system	Semester	Semester
Degrees offered	Undergraduate	Undergraduate and Graduate
Students retention rate	20.0%	60.0%
Common app member	No	No
Religious affiliation

Admission
Acceptance rate	Open Admission	55.7%
Application fees		Undergraduate: $55 Graduate: $55
SAT range	N/A	N/A
ACT range	N/A	N/A
Students submitting SAT score
Students submitting ACT score
Total number of applicants		783
Total number of admissions given out		436
Admitted students who chose to enroll		142
Yield rate		32.6%
Test scores (SAT/ACT)	Not required	N/A
High school GPA	N/A	Required
Recommendation letters	N/A	Not required
High school transcript	N/A	Not required
English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL)	N/A	Required

Tuition and Fees
Sticker price	$35,250	In state: $31,376 Out of state: $44,792
Average net price	$18,143	$22,396
Tuition	$16,950	In state: $14,712 Out of state: $28,128
Room & board		Room/dormitory: $7,312 Meal plan: $4,732
Available payment plans	Tuition payment plan	Tuition payment plan

Financial Aid
Students receiving financial aid (Grants & scholarships)	97.0% Average amount $10,754	90.0% Average amount $6,653
Students receiving federal student loan	55.0% Average amount $6,163	63.0% Average amount $5,343
Students taking out private loans	1.0% Average amount $5,227	21.0% Average amount $15,574

Students and Campus
Undergraduate students	476 Men 83.6% Women 16.4%	1,449 Men 48.7% Women 51.3%
Graduate students	N/A	3 Men 66.7% Women 33.3%
Racial/ethnic diversity	Moderate	Very Low
Out-of-state students	N/A	21.1%
International students	0.2%	2.7%
Campus local/setting	City: Large	Rural: Remote
Dormitory capacity	N/A	598
First year students are required to live on campus?	N/A	No
Top 5 states where most U.S. students come from	Mississippi New Hampshire	Vermont Mississippi New Hampshire Connecticut New Jersey

Academics
Popular study areas	Automotive Technology Engineering Technologies Health Professions Construction Trades Computer and Information Science	Health Professions Engineering Technologies Business Agriculture Automotive Technology
Students to faculty ratio	9:1	8:1
Institutional accreditation	New England Commission on Higher Education	New England Commission on Higher Education

Outcome
Graduation rate	41.8%	54.0%
Dropout rate	36.1%	23.7%
Transferred out	13.9%	15.6%
Alumni salary by major (Top 10)	Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians (Associate's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $54,869 Year 3: $58,259 Electrical and Power Transmission Installers (Associate's Degrees) Year 1: $39,592 Year 2: $37,424 Year 3: $45,760 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies (Associate's Degrees) Year 1: $32,447 Year 2: $34,603 Year 3: $39,872 Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) (Undergraduate Certificates or Diplomas) Year 1: $35,361 Year 2: $33,459 Year 3: $37,764 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $55,964 Year 3: N/A Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions (Associate's Degrees) Year 1: $42,715 Year 2: N/A Year 3: N/A	Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $54,771 Year 2: $56,931 Year 3: $65,533 Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Associate's Degrees) Year 1: $59,751 Year 2: $56,544 Year 3: $59,933 Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants (Undergraduate Certificates or Diplomas) Year 1: $39,710 Year 2: $39,009 Year 3: $54,687 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies (Associate's Degrees) Year 1: $40,104 Year 2: $38,289 Year 3: $45,997 Business Administration, Management and Operations (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $38,778 Year 2: $33,459 Year 3: $36,911 Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (Associate's Degrees) Year 1: $34,270 Year 2: $57,318 Year 3: $34,241 Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians (Associate's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $30,672 Year 3: N/A Computer and Information Sciences, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $48,849 Year 3: N/A Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $37,208 Year 3: N/A Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians (Associate's Degrees) Year 1: $41,848 Year 2: $28,019 Year 3: N/A

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