Office of Admissions
admissions@vtc.edu
(800) 442-8821
We require letters of recommendation for our health professions majors and the Vermont Academy of Science and Technology.
Letters of Recommendation
Health Majors
Applicants for Vermont Tech/Vermont State University’s Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Radiologic Science, and Respiratory Therapy
majors are required to submit two letters of recommendation.
Letters for Nursing & Allied Health applicants should address the following:
- the applicant’s work ethic and communication skills
- the applicant’s potential for adaptation to a fast-paced clinical environment
- the applicant’s potential to completely and compassionately deliver health care to patients across the lifespan
Vermont Academy of Science and Technology (VAST)
Applicants for the Vermont Academy of Science & Technology (VAST) are required to submit two letters of recommendation. One must be from a principal or school counselor.
All Other Majors
Any other applicants may submit letters of recommendations by choice.
While not required, we are happy to review additional documents that support applicants.
Submitting Letters:
- Via email to admissions@vermontstate.edu
Other Notes:
- Letters of recommendation must be submitted directly by the recommender and dated within 6 months of the priority deadline for Nursing & Allied Health applicants.
- Letters sent via email or mail must be sent directly from the recommender and contain the contact information of the recommender and the full name of the applicant.
- Letters from family members and friends are not permitted.