DISCOVER THE WORLD
ON YOUR PATH TO UVM
- Impactful study abroad experience
- Earn UVM–transferable credits
- Join University of Vermont on campus
THE VERTO DIFFERENCE
Verto's partnership with University of Vermont not only gives you a guaranteed pathway to UVM, but also a chance for personal growth and life-changing cultural experiences.
By partnering with Verto Education, University of Vermont is able to offer selected students the chance to join UVM on campus in Spring 2027 after completing a semester abroad with the Future Catamounts Semester Abroad Program.
Courses are delivered by Verto’s Academic Provider, the University of New Haven, and have been mapped for transferability to UVM, which means the credits you earn abroad will fulfill University of Vermont degree requirements. Check out the Future Catamounts Semester Abroad course registration guide for information on how courses transfer.
Class sizes are capped at 25 students and focus on experiential education, including hands-on projects, field trips, and service learning. You’ll join first-year college students from across the country, many of whom are participating in a similar pathway with one of Verto’s numerous partner colleges.
Have peace of mind knowing that from the minute you enroll to the moment you board your plane home, you will receive individualized support from experienced Verto staff. Whether it’s choosing a location or keeping you on track with your Future Catamounts Semester Abroad requirements and planning for the future, Verto staff is with you every step of the way.
Where Can I Study Abroad?
Click on the program location name for a program overview that includes accommodations, meals, academic overview, program cost, and more!
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Buenos Aires,
Argentina
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Prague,
Czech Republic
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London,
England
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Florence,
Italy
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Seville,
Spain
- STEM
- Social Sciences
- Language Arts
- Arts & Humanities
- Academic Themes: Business, Sports, Culture
- STEM
- Social Sciences
- Language Arts
- Arts & Humanities
- Academic Themes: Business, Arts
- STEM
- Social Sciences
- Language Arts
- Arts & Humanities
- Academic Themes: Science, British Culture, Comparative Politics
- STEM
- Social Sciences
- Language Arts
- Arts & Humanities
- Academic Themes: Arts, Sciences
- STEM
- Social Sciences
- Language Arts
- Arts & Humanities
- Academic Themes: Science, Technology, Cultural Studies
Embrace the vibrant lifestyle of Buenos Aires. Wander colorful neighborhoods, explore landmarks like the Obelisco and Casa Rosada, and dive into its dynamic culture. Enjoy world-class museums, local cuisine, relax in parks like Bosques de Palermo, and join arts and music events. Buenos Aires promises an unforgettable study abroad experience.
*A $2,500 administrative fee (per semester) will be applied for non-U.S. citizens/non-U.S. permanent residents
**Excursions subject to change
Experience the charm of Prague, where every day offers new adventures. Stroll historic cobblestone streets, visit landmarks like Prague Castle and Charles Bridge, and explore vibrant neighborhoods. Enjoy world-class museums, savor local cuisine, relax in parks like Letná, and immerse yourself in arts and music events.
*A $2,500 administrative fee (per semester) will be applied for non-U.S. citizens/non-U.S. permanent residents
**Excursions subject to change
Watch your coursework in world history, business, and politics come to life in London’s fast-paced and culturally rich urban environment during your study abroad in England. Start your mornings with a stroll through historic streets, then dive into the vibrant culture of the city. Enjoy world-class museums, iconic landmarks like Big Ben and the Tower of London, and explore the diverse neighborhoods, each with its own unique charm.
*Fall ’26 and beyond: A $2,500 administrative fee (per semester) will be applied for non-U.S. citizens/non-U.S. permanent residents
**Excursions subject to change
Experience the perfect blend of city life with a small-town feel in Florence. Start your mornings crossing the iconic Ponte Vecchio or walking past the stunning Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, known as “the Duomo.” Florence is a highly walkable city, making it easy to explore its rich history in every piazza. With tons of international students, you’ll quickly make friends worldwide, whether you’re in line at a sandwich shop or enjoying a coffee at a local café.
*A $2,500 administrative fee (per semester) will be applied for non-U.S. citizens/non-U.S. permanent residents
**Excursions subject to change
Study abroad in southern Spain and immerse yourself in Seville’s vibrant energy with its warm and welcoming people, exciting foodie scene, iconic Mozarabic architecture, sunny weather, and lively traditions. Get engaged with the local community through various volunteer opportunities during your experience in the colorful city of Seville.
*A $2,500 administrative fee (per semester) will be applied for non-U.S. citizens/non-U.S. permanent residents
**Excursions subject to change
- Submit the $500 non-refundable deposit
- Submit a final high school transcript
- Meet all age and academic minimum requirements*
You must fulfill the following requirements in order to successfully enroll at UVM after Verto:
- Maintain a 2.8 GPA or higher
- Complete 12 credits or more of coursework
- Earn a grade of "C" or better for courses to transfer
The Future Catamounts Semester Abroad Scholarship* is available to applicants admitted to the Future Catamounts Semester Abroad Program who submit their $500 Verto enrollment deposit before May 1, 2026. This $3,000 scholarship is provided to students by Verto Education and is only available during the Fall 2026 semester while attending Verto. This scholarship will automatically be applied to the student’s invoice. No additional action is required by the student or family to receive this award.
*U.S. citizens/U.S. permanent residents only
**The Future Catamounts Semester Abroad Scholarship cannot be combined with the Verto Scholars Award, Verto Global Citizen Scholarship, or Partner Employee Dependent Scholarship. While students may be eligible for the Verto Scholars Award, Verto Global Citizen Scholarship, or Partner Employee Dependent Scholarship, the award amounts cannot be combined. The scholarship with the highest award amount will be awarded to the student.
The Verto Global Citizen Scholarship* recognizes students dedicated to immersing themselves in the local community of Seville or Buenos Aires to learn, grow, and be a contributing member. This scholarship includes full room and board, and can reduce the out-of-pocket cost of your program experience by as much as $17,000.
Note: Limited scholarships are available, and the scholarship cannot be combined with other Verto awards or discounts.
*This scholarship may only be used in Seville or Buenos Aires.
**U.S. citizens/U.S. permanent residents only
Dependents of Verto Partner Employees are eligible for a $9,500 scholarship award toward their Verto Abroad Experience at any location for the Fall 2026 semester. Recipients of the Verto Partner Employee Dependent Scholarship must submit their Verto enrollment deposit within two weeks of award receipt in order to accept the scholarship.
*Limited scholarships available
**This scholarship cannot be combined with any other Verto awards or discounts.
***U.S. citizens/U.S. permanent residents only
Your journey to UVM
Save your spot
Confirm your interest in the Future Catamounts Semester Abroad Program
Schedule a call
Verto Admissions Team can explain the different program locations
Submit your deposit
Submit the Verto enrollment deposit and start packing
Study abroad, travel & grow
Learn alongside other fellow Verto students while earning transferable credits (course registration guide)
Join UVM on campus
After your experience abroad, join University of Vermont on campus!
HEAR FROM VERTO PARTICIPANTS
" I really wanted a chance to get out there and see the world and with Verto, and I am surrounded by people who want the same thing as me. Being able to travel while also taking college classes for credits is definitely worth it rather than starting college in a traditional way."
" I have also always wanted to travel so Verto was the perfect opportunity! I really loved my admissions counselor, she was amazing to work with and so patient. I feel as though this is one of the best decisions of my life. I’ve made so many great memories."
" He has matured greatly after his semester abroad. He learned both self-awareness and self-reliance ... Studying abroad has helped him see what kind of potential he has and how to achieve his goals."
Upcoming Events
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🌆 ☀️ The sun is setting on your senior year and summer’s almost here… Are you still unsure about your plans for the fall?
Maybe things have changed — or maybe you’re still figuring it all out.
But what if you could travel the world, earn college credit, and explore what you truly want next? 🌍🎓✈️
With Verto, it’s not too late to say yes to a start to college like no other.
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Just over a week left to submit to #VertoBound!
We’re giving one student up to $1,000 in flight reimbursement* to kick off their semester abroad.
Tell us what you’re most excited for — the places, the people, the experience. Get creative with it: montage, voiceover, or just you talking to the camera.
How to enter:
• Post a video on Instagram or TikTok by June 1
• Use #VertoBound
• Tag @vertoeducation
Need inspo? Check out #VertoBound to see how others have shared their story.
Videos should reflect Verto values — energized, authentic, and thoughtful — and follow our Student Code of Responsibility.
Private account? Just DM us a screenshot + your video.
Winner chosen by a panel of Verto judges based on creativity + quality and announced in June.
Questions? Send us a DM!
*Winner will receive a roundtrip flight reimbursement up to $1,000. Students must purchase flights for their semester in advance.
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Start abroad → stand out at Wooster 🌍📚
What if your college experience started with global adventure and led to one of the top liberal arts colleges for research and internships?
With Verto, you can begin abroad, earn U.S. college credits, and transfer to The College of Wooster with guaranteed admission.
Here’s how:
✈️ Study abroad for 1+ semester
📚 Earn 12+ credits
✅ Transfer with guaranteed admission
Think: independent research, globally minded classmates, and professors who actually know your name.
🔗 Link in bio to start your Verto → Wooster journey
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Frequently Asked Questions
Once you have submitted an application and been admitted, you must submit the $500 enrollment deposit and a high school transcript (official or unofficial) which demonstrates a 2.0* GPA or higher. Once available, you must submit an official high school transcript that confirms graduation from high school.
Transcript deadlines:
- Unofficial transcripts – mid May
- Official Transcript and AP/IB Scores – mid July
Students must also fulfill age requirements, which vary by location. Details for age requirements can be found in the Future Catamounts Semester Abroad FAQ tab.
International students should refer to the question below regarding additional requirements.
*Note: Those with a 1.75-1.99 final high school GPA may be eligible to participate in select locations. Specific coursework requirements apply. Confirm your interest for details.
Your study abroad cost includes:
- Housing and accommodation
- Meals – each location either includes a meal plan or offering to purchase at an additional cost. Please visit each location page for more information.
- Travel medical insurance
- Airport pickup upon arrival – for participants only
- Verto Discovery Week, including city tour
- University registration through our Academic Provider, the University of New Haven
- Pre-departure assistance and helpful guides/handbooks
- Outside the classroom experiential learning activities/excursions
- Onsite/international staff support
- Books (digital)
Verto costs do not include:
- Airfare
- Airport reception for those arriving outside the abroad experience arrival dates
- Travel insurance/property insurance
- Out-of-pocket Medical expenses at time of service (insurance included from Verto requires submitting receipts for reimbursement)
- COVID testing
- Passport fees and student visa or other immigration requirements, or costs incurred while obtaining a visa
- Course supplies such as laptop, notebooks paper pencils, etc.
- Personal transportation and expenses
- Cell phone and local sim card (sites will assist with getting a local sim)
All locations require a passport with validity until 6 months – 1 year after the program end date. Please refer to your university FAQs below for locations available and passport deadlines. For all details on applying for a passport, please visit our Passport Guide.
*For non-U.S. citizens/non-U.S. permanent residents: A valid passport with at least 1 year validity beyond the intended stay is required.
All courses, faculty, credits, and official transcripts at Verto locations are delivered by our accredited Academic Provider, the University of New Haven (UNewHaven). As a participant in the Future Catamounts Semester Abroad Program, your courses have been reviewed for transferability from University of Vermont so you can have confidence in knowing you will receive transfer credit for these courses. Refer to the University of Vermont FAQ “Academic & Degree Paths” for more information.
As a Verto Academic Provider, the University of New Haven provides oversight to support high-quality academic experiences for all Verto participants. All students who complete courses during the Verto Study Abroad Experience will receive an official transcript from the University of New Haven.
Recognized for academic excellence by The Princeton Review and the U.S. News & World Report, the University of New Haven elevates your global learning and pairs seamlessly with Verto Education’s experiential and community programming.
One of Verto’s strongest attributes is the support provided to each participant. From pre-enrollment to planning for your future post-Verto, you’ll have a team of specialists alongside you.
Enrollment: Our Verto Senior Admissions Counselors are experts in each of Verto’s programs and will be your first point of contact as you consider starting college abroad. From answering your questions about locations (such as courses available and housing options) to connecting you with Verto’s Student Financial Services team (who’ll walk you through payment options and scholarship opportunities), your Verto Senior Admissions Counselor will inform and advise you on everything you need to know–making the decision to study abroad the easiest one you’ve ever made.
Pre-departure: Once you’ve chosen your location, your Student Onboarding Advisor will guide you through the pre-departure process, which includes passports, applying for your student visa, sharing flight information and completing various other forms to keep you on track for your departure date. As a Future Catamounts Semester Abroad participant, you will also receive an invitation to connect directly with your destination partner school as part of Verto orientation.
Verto’s dedicated Student Life team hosts three required pre-departure sessions: the Global Orientation, Location Orientation, and Care Team Circle. These three sessions are focused on student support, health & safety, on-site logistics, cultural insights, and community building. These events are great opportunities to meet your future classmates and get you prepared and excited before you even leave home!
Verto’s Academics team will guide you in how to select courses; complete placement exams for courses such as math, science, or Spanish and Italian languages; share your AP/IB test scores; and submit your final high school transcripts.
On site: Once you arrive on site, you’ll be divided into Care Teams made up of 30-35 peers and an experienced Student Support Advisor. These Care Teams aim to lend you the support and guidance you may need while abroad, and help you discover yourself and the world around you.
SSAs provide day-to-day support for all of your academic needs during your time abroad. Through one-on-one meetings, they will get to know you and your academic goals and provide you with the resources and support to achieve them. They will also help you stay on track to maintain your Future Catamounts Semester Abroad requirements.
SSAs also provide an equally important role as your first point of contact for anything outside of academics. Issues with your roommate or housing, dealing with feelings of homesickness, or helping you navigate a doctor’s appointment are just a small part of the daily individualized emotional support you’ll receive from your SSA.
Verto Education takes the health and well-being of our participants seriously.
We have comprehensive risk management and crisis response processes and protocols and go to great lengths to educate and train our leaders in emergency preparedness and response.
Verto participants traveling to any of our international destinations will be provided with travel health coverage through Cultural Insurances Service International (CISI) included as part of their experience cost. This travel health insurance, specifically designed for students, provides coverage for the duration of studying abroad. Verto partners with AXA Travel Assist to provide emergency evacuations, medical evacuation or repatriation for all Verto participants. Learn more about CISI travel insurance and AXA Travel Assist.
We, at Verto Education, align our vaccination policies to comply with local government laws. Please review our Health and Safety Planning for up-to-date information.
Before departure, Verto will help connect you with resources for specific regional information and travel consultation. We recommend reviewing these resources and discussing upcoming travel plans with your physician.
Verto participants will be informed of local emergency services and how to access them during their first days on location. In addition to local emergency services, all Verto locations are equipped with a 24-hour emergency phone line that connects to an on-site Verto staff member who will connect you with the services you need. Read more about Verto’s comprehensive commitment to participant safety here.
Students will have access to internet service in their housing accommodation, as well as at the Verto Study Center. All students are required to have a working cell phone with the ability to make and receive voice calls, SMS, and internet data capability. For details on how to prepare your cell phone for abroad usage, please visit our Location Resources page.
Verto encourages students to inform their family member(s) or caregiver in the U.S. once they’ve arrived in-country to their abroad location. From there, students and families should set personal expectations regarding frequency of communication throughout the semester.
Participants and families will have access to our 24-hour emergency phone line for immediate assistance. Each Verto abroad location has a unique emergency phone number that students will receive closer to their departure time.
- We are here to help! You can schedule a call at a time that works for you, call us directly at +1 971-260-4401, or send us an email at uvmadmissions@vertoeducation.org.
- If you’re not ready to submit your application and need more information, you can also request more info here.
Any Verto location of your choosing:
| Location | In hand passport deadline |
| Prague | May 15th |
| Seville | June 1st |
| Florence | June 1st |
| London | July 1st |
| Buenos Aires | July 1st |
All locations require a passport with validity until 6 months – 1 year after the program end date. Some locations also require a student visa, so please speak to your Admissions Counselor asap for passport planning, and read our Passport Guide for further information.
We can accommodate high school graduates ages 17 to 22-years-old, however, most participants are between 18 and 20-years-old.
Minimum age requirements vary by location:
- Buenos Aires: must be 18 by abroad location start date
- Prague & London: must be 17 by program start date*
- Florence & Seville: must be 18 by June 1st for fall semesters and by October 1st for spring semesters
In addition to meeting age requirements, your passport must be valid for 6 months-1 year after the program end date.
*17 year-old students enrolled in the London semester are required to have a signed waiver by their parent or guardian.
- To successfully enroll at University of Vermont after Verto, you must:
- Earn a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher
- Complete 12 credits or more of coursework (15 credits preferred)
- For courses to successfully transfer to UVM, you must earn a grade of “C” or better
- You must also maintain good disciplinary standing during your [semester or year] abroad as outlined in Verto’s Code of Responsibility.
- If you fall below the program requirements, your admission offer may be rescinded based on academic performance. You are encouraged to reach out to the UVM Admissions team at transfer.apply@uvm.edu to discuss next steps/options for matriculation to UVM.
- UVM will review you for the program you applied to, but the guaranteed entry is for undecided status.
- Select programs in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences are closed to spring entrance (Nursing, Exercise Science, Medical Radiation Science, Biomedical and Clinical Sciences); additionally, Nursing is closed to transfer applicants.
- Select programs in the College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences are closed to spring entrance (all Engineering majors).
- All majors in the Rubenstein School for the Environment and Natural Resources are closed to spring entrance.
- Students applying to select programs must meet additional entrance requirements:
- Business applicants must have 1 Econ class (micro or macro) and college-level calculus completed
- College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences applicants must have college-level calculus and a college-level science course (with lab)
- You must earn a grade of “C” or better for courses to transfer to UVM. Please note, grades earned at another institution are not transferable and are not used in computation of the Grade Point Average (GPA) at the University of Vermont.
- All courses offered at Verto have been reviewed for transferability back to UVM. All pre-articulated coursework is transferable to UVM with an earned grade “C” or better. Almost all courses have a direct 1-to1 match with a current UVM class. In the rare case you are taking one of the very few classes that are not an exact match, you will earn elective credits for that course (with a “C” or better grade).
- With proper planning, you can anticipate a timely graduation by participating in the Future Catamounts Semester Abroad Program. Once you submit your Enrollment fee to UVM, you will be academically advised based on your major and degree requirements in preparation for a successful UVM course registration.
- You can view the full list of course equivalencies in the Future Catamounts Semester Abroad Program course registration guide.
- If you registered for more than the 12 credit minimum and withdrawing from a course does not drop your credits below 12, it will not affect your pathway.
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- You will be contacted in early Fall with directions to submit an intent to enroll form by October 15, 2026 to verify plans to join UVM in the spring.
- Once UVM has received the intent to enroll form, and mid-term grades from the University of New Haven, admission decisions will be issued and you will be informed of next steps via email. You can expect admission decisions to be communicated by early November.
- As a reminder, if you do not meet the academic requirements, you are required to reach out to the UVM Transfer Admissions team at Transfer.Apply@uvm.edu to discuss next steps/options for matriculation to UVM.
- You will be required to pay an enrollment fee directly to UVM to commit to the Spring 2027 semester by December 1, 2026.
- Once you pay your enrollment fee, you should activate your NetID and link your new UVM email account to an email you check regularly. Academic units typically reach out in mid-late November to register students into courses. Please check your myUVM account for registration guidance and instructions.
- If you opt to do two semesters with Verto, you will no longer be considered a Future Catamounts Semester Abroad student and will not maintain your UVM conditional admission offer. You will be required to re-apply to UVM and are encouraged to work with Verto on-site staff to apply as a transfer student.
- No, midterm and end-of-term grades are directly shared with University of Vermont by the University of New Haven.
- Federal Financial Aid packages for Spring 2027 will start being released to students 10 days after a student is admitted, as long as the student has submitted a FAFSA and listed University of Vermont as their 26/27 aid year.
- You are automatically considered for merit scholarships and no separate application is required.
- You are encouraged to apply for Federal Financial Aid by submitting the FAFSA. Remember to list the University of Vermont as your 26/27 aid year.
- Orientation is required for all new students. You will not need to register to attend, but you will start getting messages from the Orientation team after you pay your UVM enrollment fee. Spring 2027 orientation will occur in mid-January.
- Activate your NetID, explore the Learning Communities, and register for housing through the Residential Life housing portal.
- The housing application is typically open by the time you will receive your Spring 2026 decision and is due before December 15.
- University of Vermont has over 300 clubs and organizations to join once you start on-campus! You can learn more here, including contact information for joining and fairs you can attend to meet different organizations. You can also look forward to the three-day ActivitiesFest at the start of the spring semester to learn more about the organizations in person.
- The recruitment period for fraternities and sororities takes place at the start of each fall semester, and second-year students at UVM are welcome to participate. Certain chapters may have limited informal recruitment available in the spring. Explore our Fraternity and Sorority Life page for additional details about these communities at UVM.
- You can connect with the UVM Admissions team by emailing Transfer.Apply@uvm.edu.
- You can reach out to Transfer.Apply@uvm.edu with any questions about course equivalency and fit to your intended UVM major.
- The Verto team is dedicated to supporting you and your family at every stage of your Verto journey and we encourage you to reach out with any questions or concerns. To find the most appropriate point of contact based on where you are in your student journey, please visit our Enrolled Participant Contact Page.
- Before arriving on-site, please inform your Verto Student Onboarding Advisor. After arriving on-site, please speak with your Verto on-site staff.
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