Academic Preparations

Get ready to start strong at UVM! This page outlines the key steps to complete before arriving on campus, like academic advising, getting to know UVM platforms, exploring academic support resources, and more.

Student Services and Success Teams
Each of UVM’s seven colleges has a dedicated support team to help you reach your academic goals. From curriculum questions to finding the right opportunities, the Student Services and Success Teams are here to help.

Visit the Student Services webpage to connect with your college’s team.

Common Academic Platforms at UVM

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UVM Brightspace

Brightspace is UVM’s Learning Management System (LMS), where instructors share course materials, assignments, grades, and more. If you’ve used other LMS platforms before, many of the same features and tools will feel familiar.
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Navigate360

Navigate360 is your go-to app for staying on track from orientation to graduation. Explore majors, find campus resources, and stay on top of tasks and deadlines by syncing class schedules and key dates - all in one place, anytime you need it.
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myUVM

MyUVM is an individualized webpage that gathers together information and links to information for Students, Faculty, and Staff at UVM.

Academic Support Resources

Explore UVM's academic support: tutoring, study tools, advising & more!

Academic Support Resources

Classroom-Ready: Books, Tech & More

Finding/Purchasing Textbooks

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On August 4th, the UVM Bookstore releases a comprehensive list of all the textbooks required for fall semester classes. Through the UVM Bookstore you can buy or rent new or used copies of your textbooks, or even download digital versions of the course materials. The Bookstore can either ship your textbooks to your house or have them packaged and ready for you to pick-up at the Bookstore when you arrive on campus. Easy and hassle-free!

Computing Requirements & Recommendations

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UVM’s not-for-profit UVM TechStore carries computers from Apple and Dell, and a full line of supplies and accessories — from ink to iPads — all at competitive educational pricing. Computers purchased through the UVM TechStore meet University minimum specifications and can be serviced by the on-campus TechTeam.

The UVM TechStore is located on the third floor of the Davis Center in the UVM Bookstore and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Stop by, call (802) 656-3067, or email tech.store@uvm.edu.

Access to a computer is critical for your success, both in and out of class. All UVM students are required to have a laptop that meets the minimum specifications. Note that Chromebooks, iPads and Android Tablets are not capable of being used as your primary computing device. The UVM TechStore sells laptops that meet both college-specific and general University minimum specifications.

Students who might have financial difficulty meeting their computing needs should contact Student Financial Services, sfs@uvm.edu or call 802-656-5700 to discuss loan financing options.

AppsAnywhere UVM Software Portal

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AppsAnywhere is UVM’s cloud-based software platform that lets you access many university-provided programs from anywhere—on or off campus—without needing to connect to the UVM VPN.

To get started, go to software.uvm.edu and log in using your UVM NetID and password. You’ll find AppsAnywhere listed among available tools.

For setup instructions and tips, review the Knowledge Base article:
Getting Started with AppsAnywhere
 

Microsoft 365

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As a UVM student, you have free access to Microsoft 365, this includes programs like Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneDrive. These tools are essential for completing assignments, collaborating with peers, and much more!

You can install Microsoft 365 on up to five devices and access it online anytime. Review the UVM Knowledge Base, Microsoft 365 – Licensing, Installation, and Activation, for step-by-step instructions on installing and activating Microsoft 365 on your devices.