Among Vermont post-secondary institutions in 2024, Middlebury College ranked third in average coaching salary, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
At that time, Middlebury College paid its coaches an average salary of $48,344, with the top coaching salary reaching $50,618.
The University of Vermont offered the highest average coaching salary in Vermont in 2024, at $148,283.
In 2024, the average salary for coaches at Vermont post-secondary schools was $51,310, marking an 8.3% decline from the previous year’s average of $55,950.
A Knight Commission report projects that within a decade, some Power 5 football coaches will earn more than their schools spend on scholarships and medical care for all athletes. The study estimates more than $1 billion in new annual revenue from the expanded College Football Playoff and media rights deals. By 2032, nearly half of public Power 5 schools could reach this ‘crossover point.’
Incomplete data provided by post-secondary institutions can sometimes skew salary data.
| Institution | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| The University of Vermont | $148,283 |
| Norwich University | $49,136 |
| Middlebury College | $48,344 |
| Saint Michael’s College | $38,548 |
| Vermont Technical College | $33,931 |
Information in this story was obtained from the U.S. Department of Education. The source data can be found here.
