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- What kind of grades/SATs/ACTs/GPA do I need to get into Vanderbilt?
- Are SAT Subject tests required?
- What kind of school is Vanderbilt? What are you known for?
- Do you have a pre–med, pre–law, or pre–business major?
- How much does Vanderbilt cost?
- What do I need to do to be considered for financial aid? How much money will I get?
- What kinds of scholarships are offered?
- Tell me all about athletics at Vanderbilt.
- What is campus/social life at Vanderbilt like? How big is the Greek system?
- What is Nashville like? What if I hate country music?
What kind of grades/SATs/ACTs/GPA do I need to get into Vanderbilt?
For those students who were admitted to Vanderbilt for the freshman class of 2006, the middle 50% range of scores on the SAT was 1340–1510 on the Reading Comprehension and Math sections ONLY. The mid–range for the ACT was 30–33. There is no GPA or score cut off for consideration, but students' chances increase the better they do.
Are SAT Subject tests required?
SAT Subject tests are not required for admission but will be taken into consideration if submitted. Students who enroll at Vanderbilt are advised to take the Mathematics test (Level 1 or 2) and, if desired, the appropriate foreign language test .
What kind of school is Vanderbilt? What are you known for?
Mention the four schools (Arts & Science, Blair, Engineering, Peabody) but note that Vanderbilt is a comprehensive institution with strong programs in all four schools. Some of the largest and most popular majors are economics, biology, political science, Spanish, biomedical engineering, and human and organizational development, education, and music performance.
Do you have a pre–med, pre–law, or pre–business major?
Although VU doesn’t have any “pre” majors, many of our students enter with the goal of going on to medical, law, business, etc. school after graduation. The pre–professional advisers can help students to see what kinds of courses may be required in these fields. You don’t have to be a biology major to go to med school! While VU does not have a business major, many students will major in economics and pair it with the minor in managerial studies.
How much does Vanderbilt cost?
Tuition, room, board, fees, and expenses for the 2007–2008 school year are approximately $49,800.
What do I need to do to be considered for financial aid? How much money will I get?
Consideration for need–based aid at VU requires the completion of two forms – the CSS PROFILE and the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Applicants should be able to find both forms in high school guidance offices. The average aid award for Vanderbilt families who qualified last year was about $30,000. For more specific questions, refer prospective students and families to the Office of Student Financial Aid at (800) 288–0204.
What kinds of scholarships are offered?
Merit scholarships at VU are highly competitive, but are available. Most scholarships range in value from half– to full–tuition. Scholarship consideration is done through the application process; seniors must submit completed applications by January 4 to be considered for scholarships. There are three scholarships that require a separate application – call the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for info.
Students who were considered in finalist range for most VU merit scholarships last year had close to perfect GPAs, 1550+ SATs/34+ ACTs, took the most challenging curriculum offered at their schools, and were involved in a wide range of activities.
Tell me about athletics at Vanderbilt.
Vanderbilt is a Division I school in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). We field 15 teams in Men’s Baseball, M/Women’s Basketball, M/W Cross–country, M Football, M/W Golf, W Indoor and Outdoor Track, W Lacrosse, W Soccer, M/W Tennis, W Bowling, and W Swimming. Students interested in playing a varsity sport need to contact the coach of that sport. Call the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at (800) 288–0432 for coaches’ phone numbers. (Go ‘Dores!)
What is campus/social life at Vanderbilt like? How big is the Greek system?
85 percent of students live on campus all four years. There are more than 350 student organizations on campus that cover a wide variety of interests including student government, intramural sports, academic interest groups, Greek life, and religious life. Freshmen have the opportunity to be involved from the first day they step on campus. Community service is big at Vanderbilt – from involvement in Hands on Nashville to Alternative Spring Break – and students are devoted to giving back to the community.
Fraternity and sorority rush at VU is deferred until the spring semester to give students a chance to settle in and get their bearings, while still having an opportunity to assess what the Greek system has to offer. About 40 percent of the undergraduate community will pledge a fraternity or sorority. Greek Life is a very noticeable part of the social scene on campus, but is by no means the only social outlet for students. Vanderbilt’s campus and the city of Nashville provide numerous options for entertainment.
What is Nashville like? What if I hate country music?
Nashville is a growing city of more than one million that is home to professional sports, cultural events, outdoor recreation, and an incredible music scene (not just country!). VU is well situated on West End near Elliston Place and Hillsboro Village merchants, and only a couple of miles from the shops, restaurants, and clubs of downtown.
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Office of Undergraduate Admissions
(800) 288–0432 • admissions@vanderbilt.edu
Office of Student Financial Aid
(800) 288–0204