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Is high school class rank used in the admissions process? What if my high school does not rank students?
In trying to evaluate applications fairly and equitably, the admissions committee needs to have some sense of how a particular student has performed in relation to his or her classmates. Generally speaking, a weighted rank is the easiest shorthand measure for communicating that information.
If the school does not rank, we ask that you either estimate a decile ranking or provide us with a distribution of grades that will enable us to estimate how the student has done in comparison with his or her classmates. Vanderbilt will use whatever measures you provide. Our aim is to understand the rigor of the applicant’s academic program in relation to what is available in your school, so that we may fully appreciate what the student has accomplished.
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- 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?