Undergraduate Admissions
2305 West End Avenue
Nashville, TN 37203-1727
615-322-2561 | 800-288-0432
admissions@vanderbilt.edu
2305 West End Avenue
Nashville, TN 37203-1727
615-322-2561 | 800-288-0432
admissions@vanderbilt.edu
Frequently Asked Questions
What about the subject tests?
The subject tests (also known as SAT II) and Advanced Placement tests are not required for admission, but they will be taken into consideration if submitted. Students who enroll at Vanderbilt are advised to take a math and a foreign language subject test. These will be used for placement purposes.
- How can I contact my region’s admissions counselor?
- How can I receive specific materials for counselors?
- Does Vanderbilt prefer one standardized test over another? How important are the SAT and/or ACT in the admissions process?
- What about the subject tests?
- Is high school class rank used in the admissions process? What if my high school does not rank students?
- Can my student send extra documents (portfolio, CDs, additional recommendations)? How are those treated in the review?
- How does Vanderbilt notify applicants when a decision has been reached? (Special note only for those students living or attending school overseas)
- How does Vanderbilt evaluate applications for admission?
- How should I advise students interested in Vanderbilt but concerned about the cost of education?