Spring 2027 Undergraduate Re-entry Application will be available starting October 1, 2026.
Who is an Undergraduate Re-entry Student?
Previously enrolled undergraduate students who were working toward a degree and who wish to return to the University, including students who left under academic dismissal or compassionate leave should complete the online re-entry application by the stated deadlines.
- Non-degree students seeking re-entry should reactivate their status through the PACE application process. Please contact Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) at (802) 656-2085 or learn@uvm.edu for additional support.
- Graduate students seeking re-entry should contact the Graduate College at gradcoll@uvm.edu.
- 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.
Undergraduate Re-entry Student Application Deadlines
- The re-entry application is being revised for spring 2027 candidates. If you are planning to return to UVM at the start of the spring 2027 semester, we ask that you wait on submitting your application until October 1, 2026. The deadline to apply for spring 2027 re-entry is December 18, 2026.
- Students returning from an approved medical withdrawal, international students, and students returning to certain majors in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences may have earlier deadlines (see additional information below).
Undergraduate Student Re-entry Catalogue Policies
Students requesting re-entry under the circumstances outlined below must demonstrate how they have overcome these challenges and how they will positively impact the UVM community. This typically includes a year separation from UVM to focus on personal matters, or the completion of 6-12 collegiate credits at UVM or through another accredited institution, earning a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher.
- Students requesting re-entry from an academic dismissal
- Students requesting re-entry with a UVM cumulative GPA at or below 2.00
- Students requesting re-entry for a third or subsequent time
- Students requesting re-entry after having been found responsible for a disciplinary violation at any educational institution since last attending UVM
- Students requesting re-entry after having been adjudicated guilty or convicted of a misdemeanor or felony since last attending UVM
All registration holds must be resolved prior to re-entry approval. In addition, students who have lost their eligibility for financial aid due to not meeting academic pace and program GPA standards (SAP), must establish an academic and financial plan with their Dean’s Office and Student Financial Services, sfs@uvm.edu.
Students who have been away for 3 or more consecutive years are required to follow the catalogue year’s requirements at time of re-entry. Students who take 3 or more leaves from UVM, regardless of total time away, will be readmitted under the catalogue year at the time of their third re-entry approval. Students readmitted with senior standing (87+ earned credits) can appeal to be readmitted under their original catalogue year, subject to the following conditions: (1) must readmit to their most recently declared major, (2) must receive approval from their School/College that the courses they need to graduate are still available, and (3) all accreditation, certification, and licensure requirements are met.
Students should review additional information including college-specific requirements as outlined below.
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 registrar@uvm.edu or 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.
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 by initiating a document request through iStart. The deadline for requesting re-entry immigration documents is July 15 for students wishing to return in August and December 1 for those returning in January. Questions can be directed to internationalstudents@uvm.edu.
Medical Withdrawal
Re-entry applications following an approved medical withdrawal must be submitted no later than 45 days before the start of the semester, per the university medical withdrawal policy.
On-Campus Housing Requests
If you are hoping to live on-campus, you should complete a Housing Request. You may also contact University Housing at universityhousing@uvm.edu or 802-656-3434.
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.
Student Financial Services
If you are approved for re-entry, this decision applies only to your ability to register for classes. It does not automatically restore eligibility for financial aid (including student loans). Before making plans to re-enroll, please connect with Student Financial Services (sfs@uvm.edu or 802-656-5700) to discuss your financial aid options.
Questions?
For more information about the re-entry process, contact 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. 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.
Contact the CEMS Office for Student Success at Cems.student.services@uvm.edu or (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 (Biomedical and Clinical Sciences (formerly 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.
Senior Year Requirement: CNHS students in a clinical major (Biomedical and Clinical Sciences (formerly Medical Laboratory Science), Medical Radiation Sciences, Nursing) will need to email CNHS directly at cnhs@uvm.edu by an earlier deadline when returning for their final semester practicum. Senior practicum placement deadlines are below.
- Biomedical and Clinical Sciences (BMCS): June 1st deadline for Spring 2027 senior practicum
- Medical Radiation Sciences (MRS): September 1st deadline for Spring 2027 senior practicum
- Nursing (PRNU): September 1st deadline for Spring 2027 senior practicum
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. 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.
Students applying for re-entry to the Grossman School of Business who left on academic probation will be readmitted on that same trial status.
For students returning to UVM that are seeking an internal transfer into the Grossman School of Business, review the our internal transfer and application requirements.
Please contact the GSB Center for Student Success at gsbcss@uvm.edu or 802-656-4015 if you have any questions about the re-entry or internal transfer process.
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.