We define re-entry students as those who were previously undergraduates working toward a degree and who wish to return to the University of Vermont following a voluntary leave. If you are a re-entry student, submit the online Re-entry Application.
Students wishing to apply for admission into a UVM degree program or students who have been previously admitted and never attended, should contact Undergraduate Admissions at admissions@uvm.edu for guidance on future application and enrollment options.
Summer 2025 re-entry applications are open for submission. Registration for UVM Summer 2025 courses opens on March 3, 2025. While there is no set deadline for summer re-entry, it is recommended that you consider the specific course(s) in which you want to enroll so you have adequate time to complete the re-entry process and register for the course(s) by the stated add/drop deadline. Please note that there are additional deadlines for international students, students readmitting after an approved medical withdrawal, and for students looking to readmit to the College of Nursing and Health Sciences. Please review additional deadlines below.
Fall 2025 re-entry applications are open for submission. Registration for UVM Fall 2025 courses opens in early April. The Fall 2025 re-entry application deadline is Friday, August 22, 2025. Please note that there are additional deadlines for international students, students readmitting after an approved medical withdrawal, and for students looking to readmit to the College of Nursing and Health Sciences. Please review additional deadlines below.
Spring 2026 re-entry applications are open for submission, but review of applications will not begin until mid-late September. If you have specific questions, please email reentry@uvm.edu.
Medical Withdrawal
If you are applying for re-entry following an approved medical withdrawal, contact the Dean of Students Office at dos@uvm.edu or 802-656-3380 with any questions. Applications following a medical withdrawal must be submitted no later than 45 days before the start of the semester, per the university medical withdrawal policy.
Academic Dismissal or Compassionate Leave
If you are applying for re-entry following an academic dismissal or compassionate leave, contact the Student Services team for the UVM college/school in which you were previously enrolled (i.e. Arts and Sciences, Grossman School of Business, etc.).
Suspension
If you wish to return to the University after a suspension, you will need to contact the Dean of Students Office at dos@uvm.edu or 802-656-3380 to schedule a meeting.
Course Registration
Check the course listings and registration dates at the Office of the Registrar. Course registration occurs online using the UVM portal. For additional information, please review the Add/Drop Process.
For assistance with your NetID, please contact the Office of the Registrar at 802-656-2045. For password assistance, please review the information on the identity and account management website, or call 802-656-2006. For assistance with course selection, please contact the Student Services team within your School/College.
Student Financial Services and On-Campus Housing Requests
If you are approved for re-entry, the decision affects only your ability to register for classes. This decision does not imply restoration of eligibility of financial aid (including student loans). Please consult Student Financial Services (802-656-5700) before making any plans to return to the University of Vermont.
If you are hoping to live on-campus, you should complete a Housing Request. You may also contact Residential Life at 802-656-3434 or reslife@uvm.edu.
International Students
International students who require an F-1 or J-1 non-immigrant student visa will need to work with the Office of International Education on these documents by initiating a document request through iStart. The deadline for requesting re-entry immigration documents is July 1 for students wishing to return in August and December 1 for those returning in January. Questions can be directed to internationalstudents@uvm.edu.
Residency Information
Students who were previously classified as in-state residents for tuition purposes, and who re-enroll after an absence of more than one year may be required to submit an Application for In-State Status with appropriate documentation to support claims of continuing eligibility for Vermont residency for tuition purposes.
Read more information about residency or to access the application for in-state status. To connect with UVM’s Residency Office, please email regres@uvm.edu or call 802-656-8515.
Questions?
For more information about the re-entry process, contact Student Services within your designated School/College or the Re-entry team at reentry@uvm.edu
Application Review and College-Specific Information
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Thank you for your interest in continuing your education with the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences. The College reviews re-entry applications on a rolling basis throughout the year for most majors. Upon receipt of your application, you will be contacted via email with information regarding next steps and additional details about the re-entry process.
Students applying for re-entry to the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, who left on academic probation will be readmitted on that same trial status.
Contact the CALS Student Services office (802-656-2980) with questions or to seek more information.
College of Arts and Sciences
Thank you for your interest in continuing your education with the College of Arts and Sciences. The College reviews re-entry applications on a rolling basis throughout the year. Upon receipt of your application, you will be contacted via email with information regarding next steps and additional details about the re-entry process.
In order to be accepted for internal transfer into the College of Arts and Sciences, students must have completed at least 12 credits as an undergraduate student at UVM and have achieved a cumulative grade point average of 2.00. No student will be accepted into the college with a cumulative grade point average that is below 2.00.
Students with a cumulative GPA at or above a 2.00, but with a most recent semester GPA below 2.00, will be accepted on academic probation, and required to meet with an academic advisor prior to transfer. All upper-class students (Juniors and Seniors) will be required to meet with an academic advisor to discuss their degree requirements prior to being accepted for internal transfer.
Students applying for re-entry to the College of Arts and Sciences, who left on academic probation will be readmitted on that same trial status.
Contact the CAS Student Services (802-656-3344) to set up an appointment with an academic advisor or for more information.
College of Education and Social Services
Thank you for your interest in continuing your education with the College of Education & Social Services. The College reviews re-entry applications on a rolling basis throughout the year. Upon receipt of your application, you will be contacted via email with information regarding next steps and additional details about the re-entry process.
Contact the CESS Student Services (802-656-3468) to schedule an advising appointment regarding re-entry, course registration, and resources to support your return to campus.
If you are applying to CESS and you left the University because of a dismissal or a forced leave, contact CESS Student Services to discuss this process.
Students transferring into a CESS program must:
- Meet the following minimum GPA to transfer into a CESS Program:
- Education Programs including Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Middle Level Education, Secondary Education, Special Education, Art Education, Music Education:
- First-Year or Sophomore standing- minimum 2.5 GPA
- Junior or Senior standing- minimum 3.0 GPA
- Human Development and Family Studies: 2.0 GPA
- Social Work: 2.3 GPA
- Education Programs including Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Middle Level Education, Secondary Education, Special Education, Art Education, Music Education:
Please contact CESS Student Services at 802-656-3468 to schedule an advising appointment regarding your transfer request.
College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences
The College reviews re-entry applications in accordance with the University Catalogue’s published timeline. Upon receipt of your application, you will be contacted via email with information regarding next steps and additional details about the re-entry process.
If you are applying to CEMS and you left the University because of a dismissal or a forced leave, you should plan to complete the CEMS Readmission Application.
Contact the CEMS Student Services office (802-656-3392) with questions.
College of Nursing and Health Sciences
College of Nursing and Health Sciences (CNHS) does not accept internal transfer requests during the re-entry application process. Students should readmit under their original major (or another approved major) and work with CNHS on the internal transfer process.
Thank you for your interest in continuing your education with the College of Nursing and Health Sciences.
Note permission to return does not guarantee placement in your original cohort.
Although re-entry applications are accepted up until the day before classes begin, it is recommended that you submit your application as soon as possible, so we can properly plan for your return. If you are looking to return to the College of Nursing and Health Sciences in a clinical major (Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Radiation Sciences, Nursing), then the deadline to submit your re-entry application for the fall semester is May 15 and for the spring semester is November 1. Applications for these majors are not considered for summer re-entry. Refer to the CNHS Student Handbook for the complete re-entry policy.
Students who were formally dismissed from the program or who voluntarily withdrew from a program must apply to the department as an internal transfer student. More information for transfer students can be found at CNHS prospective students .
Contact CNHS Student Services (802-656-3858) with questions or to seek more information.
Grossman School of Business
Thank you for your interest in continuing your education with the Grossman School of Business.
For students returning to UVM that are seeking an internal transfer into the Grossman School of Business, review the School of Business' internal transfer and application requirements.
To further discuss the internal transfer process as well as curriculum questions, contact the GSB Center for Student Success at gsbcss@uvm.edu or 802-656-4015.
Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources
Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources (RSENR) does not accept internal transfer requests during the re-entry application process. Students should readmit under their original major (or another approved major) and work with RSENR on the internal transfer process.
Thank you for your interest in continuing your education with the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources. The School reviews re-entry applications on a rolling basis throughout the year. Upon receipt of your application, you will be contacted via email with information regarding next steps and additional details about the re-entry process. Contact the RSENR Student Services 802-656-2911 with questions or to seek more information. Students applying for re-entry to the Rubenstein School, who left on academic probation will be readmitted on that same trial status.