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Mansfield Hall
Burlington
Located in the heart of the University District, within a few blocks of the Lake Champlain waterfront park, the bustling Church Street pedestrian mall, and the city’s colleges and university. Students often say that when it comes to Burlington, it was love at first sight. Burlington is one of America’s most beautiful and liveliest small cities (population: 40,000), and it charms with its proximity to Vermont’s idyllic countryside. Burlington is minutes away from numerous world class ski and snowboard resorts, beautiful hiking, and endless recreational opportunities.
The city of Burlington and its surrounding areas have received international publicity as one of America’s most desirable places to live for its arts, healthy lifestyle, outdoor fun and safety. A sampling of accolades include ranking number 1 by CBS News/Gallup among the 10 Happiest Small Cities in America, National Geographic (Read America’s Best Adventure Towns), The New York Times (Read “36 Hours in Burlington, Vt.”), Outside and Travel + Leisure magazines.Vermont and this city’s “human scale” offers our students unique opportunities to get involved and gain essential experience.
If you, or your child, would like to learn more about how Mansfield Hall can support diverse learners, please review this site and call us to speak to an Admissions Representative.
Explore Our Local Colleges
Burlington is host to some of the finest colleges in New England, including the University of Vermont (UVM), St. Michael’s College, Champlain College, and the Community College of Vermont.
Having access to a variety of colleges in the community (in walking distance or a short bus ride) allows our students to find courses, majors, and degrees in a wide range of interests. Students may attend just one school, or even choose a combination of colleges throughout their time with Mansfield Hall.
Each of the colleges we work with offers student the opportunity to begin their coursework as a non-matriculated student, so even if a student does not formally apply to one of the colleges they can still make the Mansfield Hall decision and start out taking real college courses, for credit (transferable in or out), right from the start.
Questions about the schools we work with, non-matriculated coursework, or how to apply? Contact our Admissions Team today.
Living: Adulting 101
Mansfield Hall-Burlington helps students with learning disabilities such as ADHD, Asperger’s and ASD develop independent living skills in our integrated, high-quality residence. Our centralized service delivery model includes student housing, study spaces, a student cafe, staff offices, and hang-out spaces all under one room, around the kitchen table, and in the context of an active and supportive living and learning community. We are steps away from our local colleges, and situated in the heart of Burlington’s undergraduate housing district, right next to our thriving downtown. Students live in well-appointed apartments with peers in a safe, secure, and supportive setting.
Learning: Academic Support
Mansfield Hall-Burlington helps students with learning disabilities such as ADHD, Asperger’s and ASD develop independent living skills in our integrated, high-quality residence. Our centralized service delivery model includes student housing, study spaces, a student cafe, staff offices, and hang-out spaces all under one room, around the kitchen table, and in the context of an active and supportive living and learning community. We are steps away from our local colleges, and situated in the heart of Burlington’s undergraduate housing district, right next to our thriving downtown. Students live in well-appointed apartments with peers in a safe, secure, and supportive setting.
Giving: Community Service
Burlington, Vermont is a neighborly and responsive community that always looks out for one another. Thus, there are numerous organizations and agencies dedicated to helping the community, through various social, civic, and environmental causes. Students have the opportunity to explore and contribute to agencies such as, King Street Center, Green Mountain Club, COTS, Waterwheel Foundation, Boys and Girls Club, ECHO Aquarium, and many more.
Engaging: Social Connections
Given the bountiful array of recreational opportunities in Vermont, we work to link students’ interests with the available activities. Whether this is sailing on Lake Champlain, skiing or riding at one of the many nearby world-class ski resorts, visiting the local skate park, or hiking to the top of Mount Mansfield, we are confident each student will find a way to be fully engaged. Additionally, given the vast number of local colleges just steps away, there are endless on- and off-campus opportunities, such as UVM Sports, Vermont Lake Monsters minor league baseball, concerts and events at the Flynn Center and Higher Ground, and the list goes on.
Feeling overwhelmed in college- but not sure why? you’re not alone.
The key isn’t just “pushing through”, it’s learning to recognize what’s happening before you hit that wall, and having systems to reset.
That might look like:
• stepping outside for a walk
• box breathing between classes
• putting on a guided meditation
• reaching out to someone you trust
Small supports = big difference over time.
At Mansfield Hall, we help students build the awareness and tools to regulate, recharge, and navigate college in a way that actually works for them.
What’s one thing that helps you reset when you’re overwhelmed?
#CollegeLife #StudentMentalHealth #ExecutiveFunction #StressManagement
Excellent week across the board!
People Ops team member Jo touched down in Madison, receiving a warm welcome with coffee and a trip to see the Capitol building. VP of Program Ops Hayley grounded herself and took in the beauty of the Statehouse. Pancakes were served, and Burlington student Nikhil took the stage to perform with his choir.
A great week to zoom out and back in- and reflect on all the things we have to be grateful for!
#collegesupport #neurodiversity #worklifebalance
College can be energizing… and draining.
If you’ve ever felt socially exhausted, you’re not alone.
Understanding your limits (and what helps you recharge) can make all the difference.
#CollegeStudents #Neurodiversity #StudentWellbeing
Hangin` in there until spring weather kicks in!
This week at Mansfield Hall our Eugene, OR students did some rock climbing, Burlington, VT connections students took an outing to the bowling alley/arcade, while others took a trip to a local sugar house to learn about all things maple syrup. Students in Madison, WI continued their endeavors to learn about all things maintenance...and they make it look fun!
Happy Friday Friends- enjoy the weekend.
Mansfield Hall had the joy of hosting some professionals at our Madison, WI location recently, which included a student panel.
One of the questions asked was: What do you like about Mansfield Hall?
The answer: how inclusive it is.
No one gets to choose the brain they have, but we do get to choose the world we create. We choose to accept, celebrate, and work toward a world that’s more inclusive of every brain and the incredible things they can do.
Happy World Autism Awareness Day. We see you, and we celebrate you for all that you are and all that you can be!
❤️MH
#autismawareness #neurodiversity #collegesupport
Sensory overload happens when your brain receives more sensory input than it can comfortably process.
Our nervous systems are constantly taking in information, but when there’s too much coming in (or it’s coming too fast) our systems can become overwhelmed.
We get it, and it can be managed with small, intentional supports like reducing input, creating predictable routines, and building in quiet recovery time.
