What should I include in a University of Vermont admissions checklist?

A University of Vermont admissions checklist should center on the core application materials: the application itself, your high school transcript, and any testing you choose to submit if UVM is using optional test scores in your cycle. You should also plan for your activities list, a personal essay or Common App personal statement if you apply that way, and any supplemental information UVM asks for. If you are applying for aid, include the FAFSA and, if required, any additional financial aid forms.

For a general checklist, it’s smart to also track letters of recommendation if you’re applying to a program that requests them, plus residency or citizenship information if that may affect tuition or aid. If you are interested in merit scholarships, keep an eye on whether separate scholarship materials are needed, since those are sometimes distinct from the main admission file.

Because requirements can differ by applicant type, your checklist should also leave room for special items if relevant, such as a portfolio for certain arts applicants or proof of English proficiency for international students. It’s also useful to note deadlines for the main application, honors consideration, scholarships, and housing if you want a complete planning sheet.