Established in 1973, the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education has become a key benchmark for assessing the research impact and academic mission of institutions.
Colleges and Universities with research activity can achieve one of three levels. Research Activity Levels
Research 1: Very High Spending and Doctorate Production
On average in a single year, these institutions spend at least $50 million on research and development and produce at least 70 research doctorates.
Research 2: High Spending and Doctorate Production
On average in a single year, these institutions spend at least $5 million on research and development and produce at least 20 research doctorates.
Research College and University
On average in a single year, these institutions spend at least $2.5 million on research and development. Institutions that are in the R1 or R2 categories are not included.
UVM's Research Record: $266 million
More than doubling the university’s annual research funding of five years ago, UVM faculty members garnered nearly 700 research awards totaling over $266 million to launch over 1,000 new projects in fiscal year 2024.
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UVM's Research Record: 78 research doctorate degrees
Graduate education at UVM focuses on the aspirations of our students as well as the needs of society and our planet. Our 100+ programs combine the academic excellence of a premier research university with a student-centric and collaborative spirit and deep commitment to interdisciplinary study.
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