Undergraduate Admissions
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Vanderbilt University Admissions
Frequently Asked Questions

I’m currently attending a university, but I don’t want to transfer my credits. Can I apply as a freshman?

No.  Vanderbilt University does not allow students to choose how they apply to the university.  If you are currently attending or have previously attended a university full time you must apply for admission as a transfer student.  You may only apply for freshman admission if you have completed the equivalent of 11 credit hours or less (usually three college courses).

  1. How can I know if I should apply as an international student?
  2. Do you offer financial aid to international students?
  3. What forms do I need to complete to be considered for international financial aid?
  4. Are international students considered for merit scholarships?
  5. Are international transfer students eligible for financial aid?
  6. Is it possible to receive full funding?
  7. I’m a U.S. citizen (or a student who has official/approved “permanent resident” status). Do I need to complete the International Supplement?
  8. I have U.S. citizenship but have never lived in the U.S. or been in a U.S. system. Will that be considered when the admissions committee reviews my application?
  9. I’m not a U.S. citizen, but I’ve lived in the U.S. for years. Do I need to complete the International Supplement?
  10. Is Vanderbilt “need–blind” for international students?
  11. Is international financial aid available for students applying Early Decision?
  12. How does Vanderbilt notify international students of admission decisions?
  13. How do I schedule a personal interview?
  14. Are there any exceptions to the TOEFL requirement?
  15. I was just approved for U.S. permanent residency, but I already submitted my application.  What should I do?
  16. I live in China and the SAT is not available to me. Can I submit the GRE instead?
  17. Will Vanderbilt waive application fees?
  18. I want to attend Vanderbilt, but I need to improve my English first.  Does Vanderbilt offer conditional admission?
  19. When do I get my I–20?
  20. I’m in the IB (International Baccalaureate) program.  Do you need my predicted scores?
  21. I’m currently attending a university. But I don’t want to transfer my credits, can I apply as a freshman?
  22. I’m applying as a transfer student. How do I find out if my credits will transfer to Vanderbilt?