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Nashville, TN · Private · Medium · Urban
4x the Regular Decision rate
Admitted students who enroll
Of enrolling students
How much the school says contact matters
Deadlines, fees, testing policy, and recommendation requirements come from the Common App 2026-2027 First-Year Deadlines, Fees and Requirements file published August 28, 2026. Schools can still change a date after publication, so confirm anything you are close to with the school.
Rated Very important in the 2024-2025 Common Data Set this school published.
Admitted students who enroll
Of enrolled students
Of enrolled students
Reported by the school to IPEDS for fall 2023 admission.
Tuition, housing, food, and fees
Sticker figures. What a family actually pays depends on income and aid, which is what the financial aid tools are for.
| Major | Degrees | Graduates here | Same major nationally |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Sciences, General | 302 | $90,203 | $53,366 |
| Economics | 286 | $128,449 | $82,686 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 263 | $73,586 | $55,693 |
| Computer Science | 198 | - | $107,009 |
| Mathematics | 157 | $140,068 | $69,562 |
| Political Science and Government | 130 | $92,330 | $63,293 |
| Psychology, General | 113 | $62,840 | $50,706 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences | 112 | $70,739 | $62,451 |
Average net price paid by aided students in each family income band, after grants and scholarships. Usually far below the sticker price above.
Sources: this school's published Common Data Set, the Common App 2026-2027 member requirements file, and federal cost and outcomes data. See how our data works, or read the complete manual.
Add your GPA and test scores in Settings to see your estimated chances at Vanderbilt University.
Strong scores still help. Submit if you are at or above their middle 50%.
Common App personal statement (650 words) + 3 supplementals
For exact prompts, check the school's admissions page or the Common App once writing opens (Aug 1).
1 counselor + 2 teacher recommendations required
This school does not consider interest. Don't burn time on it - focus on the application itself.
Per the school's own Common Data Set, applicant interest is rated considered.
$50
Fee waivers available if you qualify (Common App fee waiver, school waiver, or counselor request).
If a parent attended, mention it on the application. Some schools have ended this practice - verify with current admissions guidance.
Sticker price means almost nothing. Vanderbilt University's Net Price Calculator estimates what you'll actually pay after merit and need-based aid. Takes 10 minutes; needs household income and assets, plus a few academic numbers.
Open Vanderbilt University's Net Price CalculatorRead from Vanderbilt University's own admissions page on 2026-08-30 for the 2026-2027 cycle (source). Schools can still revise a prompt after publishing, so confirm before you submit.
One short answer, roughly 250 words, on top of the Common App personal essay.
Dare to grow
Required250 words“Vanderbilt University's motto, Crescere aude, is Latin for “dare to grow.” In your response, reflect on how one or more aspects of your identity, culture, or background has played a role in your personal growth, and how it will contribute to our campus community as you dare to grow at Vanderbilt.”
Start essay with this prompt →Last verified 2026-08-30 · Cycle 2026-2027 · For the current cycle, double-check the school's admissions writing page.
This school explicitly does not consider demonstrated interest in admissions decisions. Don't spend time visiting, opening every email, or following on social purely for admissions. Those things won't move the needle here.
Where to spend time instead: the application itself. Strong essays, tight activities list, recommendations from teachers who know you well.
Research University
Yes
Co-op / Internship
Limited
Est. Net Price (You)
$67,498
Based on "none" need
Sticker tuition
$67,498
Before aid
Total Estimated 4-Year Cost
$269,992
Out-of-state pricing with estimated aid
Greek Life
Yes
Study Abroad
15%
Religious Affiliation
None
Football Conference
SEC
Debt-to-Income
22.6%
Average debt against 10-year earnings
Est. 10-Year ROI
$614,008
(10yr earnings x 10) - 4yr cost
Applying Early Decision would give you a 4.0x advantage (18% ED vs 4.5% RD).
This school gives legacy preference. If a parent or grandparent attended, highlight it.
This school is test-optional. Submit scores only if they strengthen your application.
Deadline (ED: November 1, 2026) / RD: January 1, 2027
110 days remaining (RD)
Application Platform: Common App
Supplemental Essays: 3
Interview: Not Offered
Recommendation letters needed
Test optional
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Data from US Department of Education College Scorecard, National Center for Education Statistics, and institutional disclosures.
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology | 74 | - | $65,466 |
| Music | 56 | $79,962 | $42,892 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | 56 | $105,677 | $93,451 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 54 | $101,152 | $92,135 |
Median earnings of this school's graduates in each major, roughly five years out, beside the national median for the same major.