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Vanderbilt fosters an innovative living and learning environment for students to explore their passions, engage in academic research with world-renowned faculty, and build lasting connections within a dynamic student community.

Vanderbilt offers 3 ways to apply and 3 decision plans.Learn about requirements, dates and deadlines, and our application review process.

Learn about Vanderbilt's context-based, holistic review process and see the checklist for first-year applicants.

Learn about Vanderbilt's context-based, holistic review process and see the checklist for transfer applicants.

International students are an integral part of Vanderbilt's student body.

We consider the high school counseling community our partners.Together we help students understand college possibilities.

Vanderbilt brings students together to innovate and create in a supportive learning environment. It’s a school of thought that favors collaboration over competition.

Vanderbilt’s 8:1 student-to-faculty ratio gives students access to faculty and opportunities to conduct research in a lab, out in the field or in a creative setting—no matter their chosen majors.

With more than70 majorsacross four academic schools, Vanderbilt gives you flexibility to study across disciplines.

Ourneed-based financial aidprogram makes a top-tier education available for talented scholars from all social, cultural and economic backgrounds.

Vanderbilt offers full-tuition awards, plus stipends for research projects, through our threesignature merit-based scholarships.

Don’t rule out Vanderbilt because of the price. Use theNet Price Calculatortool to estimate how much Vanderbilt will cost for you and your family.

of undergrads receive some form of financial assistance

Average financial aid package for students with demonstrated financial need

million in scholarships for 2024–25 first-year students

Leadership today demands more than knowledge and expertise—it requires courage, collaboration, and the ability to bridge divides. Vanderbilt is a university for those who want to lead differently—who recognize that diverse ideas, perspectives, and experiences are essential to solving the world’s most pressing challenges, and who also believe those challenges are best conquered by working together.

At Vanderbilt, fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, supported, and empowered to grow is at the core of who we are. We are committed to creating a community withthe connections, varied viewpoints, and shared purpose that are necessary to tackle the complexities of an ever-changing world.

We bring together the brightest minds from all backgrounds and perspectives. Every member of our university—whether student, faculty, or staff—brings something unique and essential to the whole.

Once you’re a member of this community, we want to make sure you have what you need to thrive and succeed. We understand that thriving looks different for everyone, which is why we provide resources that meet the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs of our community.

“Universities such as ours exist because of an unshakable belief in human potential. We must do whatever it takes to create an environment in which all members of our community can thrive and contribute to their full potential.”

With 450+ student organizations, 20+ intramural sports and frequent concerts and guest lectures, students find many ways to recharge and stay inspired.

Students turn out to cheer on our 17 Division I varsity teams, who face some of the county’s fiercest opponents in the legendary SEC.

At Vanderbilt, 59 percent of students participate in volunteer service to engage, to question and to create change locally and globally.

With more than 20,000 annual live music performances, from hip-hop to honky tonk,Nashvilleoffers live music for every type of music lover.

Ranked #11 Best Foodie City byU.S. News & World Reportin 2020, Nashville is home to a variety of dining options—from up-and-coming restaurants to traditional meat-and-threes.

Named the #2 U.S. City with the Best Job Market by theWall Street Journalin 2020, Nashville is a center for industries such as health care, finance, publishing, technology and entertainment.