“The world's first college designed exclusively for students who learn differently.”
Landmark College in Putney, Vermont holds the distinction of being the first and only college in the world designed exclusively for students who learn differently — including those with dyslexia, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and other executive function challenges. Founded in 1985, the college has pioneered evidence-based instructional methods and academic support strategies that have reshaped how higher education serves neurodiverse learners. Students benefit from an extraordinary student-to-faculty ratio of 6:1, personalized academic coaching, and a curriculum that develops learning strategies alongside content knowledge in fields ranging from liberal arts and psychology to computer science and biology. Academic life at Landmark centers on close-knit, supportive learning communities where faculty know every student by name. The college offers associate and bachelor's degrees along with minors and certificate programs, including a post-baccalaureate Certificate in Learning Differences and Neurodiversity for education professionals. Small class sizes and collaborative studio-style environments replace high-pressure lecture halls, and students are taught metacognitive strategies — tools for understanding how they learn — that equip them for success long after leaving Landmark. The college's approach has been recognized nationally as a model for inclusive higher education, and its graduate employment outcomes reflect the confidence students gain through Landmark's transformative academic experience. Set on a scenic campus in Vermont's Southern Connecticut River Valley, Landmark offers access to outdoor recreation including hiking, skiing, and the natural beauty of rural New England. Campus life includes clubs, athletics, arts performances, and community events that celebrate student strengths rather than deficits. The residential experience is intentionally designed to build independence and self-advocacy skills. Students from over 12 countries join Landmark's welcoming community, and the college's financial aid policies — both need-based and merit-based — apply equally to domestic and international students, making this transformative education accessible to students worldwide.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
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Official SourcePriority (Fall)
Priority deadline for fall term — applications reviewed on rolling basis before this date
Priority (Spring)
Priority deadline for spring term entry
Rolling
Applications accepted year-round on a rolling basis
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Tuition & Fees (All Students)
$66,540 – $68,869
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Offers bachelor's and associate degrees in humanities, communications, and interdisciplinary studies with embedded academic support.
Provides science and technology programs adapted for neurodiverse learners, with hands-on lab and project-based learning environments.
Focuses on psychology, human services, and social science disciplines with applied practicum and internship components.
4 years
A flexible interdisciplinary degree combining writing, critical thinking, and social science tailored for students who learn differently.
4 years
Covers clinical and applied psychology with extensive academic coaching, small-group seminars, and a supportive neurodiverse learning environment.
4 years
A project-based STEM program uniquely designed for neurodiverse students pursuing technology careers, with strong industry connections.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $66,540
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
