St Paul Colleges and Universities

Is your ideal college town part urban center, part small town? Montpelier, located in central Vermont, is known as the country's smallest state capital. Montpelier could also be characterized as an ideal community blending government, thriving businesses, and higher education. Reflecting the city's rich history is picturesque architecture, featuring the stunning state capitol building with its gold leaf dome and impressive interior.

Montpelier is known for its five higher education institutions. Perhaps the most well-known Montpelier colleges and universities are Vermont College and the famous New England Culinary Institute, which also offers restaurants for the locals to enjoy. Students at Montpelier colleges and universities can join residents in visiting the nearby ski resorts that characterize Vermont as a winter destination, while large city parks showcase the beauty of Montpelier's location in the Winooski River Valley. Locals also take pride in the cultural aspects of the city, including theater and music productions as well as the museum and many galleries.





Medium Schools


Metropolitan State University
University of St Thomas


Small Schools


Bethel University
Hamline University
Macalester College
Northwestern College
College of St Catherine
Saint Paul College - A Community And Technical College
William Mitchell College of Law