The Power of a Posse
Through a rigorous selection process, a group of students from the same city are awarded this merit-based, full-tuition leadership scholarship. Each cohort of 10, known as a “Posse”, arrives at Vanderbilt together, prepared to lead, grow, and make lasting change on campus.
Posse was founded because of one student who said, "I never would’ve dropped out of college if I’d had my posse with me." The simple idea of sending a group of students together to college so they could 'back each other up' became the impetus for a program that today has identified, recruited and trained thousands students with extraordinary academic and leadership potential.
Meet Our Scholars
Representing a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and academic passions, each scholar brings something unique to campus—and to our Posse family. Get to know the inspiring students who continue to shape the Vanderbilt experience.
Signature Events
The Vanderbilt Posse experience is enriched by a series of annual events that celebrate community, leadership, and personal growth. These traditions bring together scholars across all class years and deepen the bonds between cohorts, mentors, staff, and alumni.
Facts & Figures
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80
Current Scholars
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325
Alumni
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$1M / $15M
Endowed Gifts / Goal
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$52M+
Tuition Funds
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4
Number of Vanderbilt Posse Sites
New York, Houston, Atlanta, and Miami -
1989
First Posse at Vanderbilt
36 Years of Impact
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Our Mentors
Posse Mentors support Posse Scholars, motivate them towards graduation, and connect them to appropriate campus resources.
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Our Alumni
Posse Alumni have gone on to accomplish great things. Here are some highlights of their successes.
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Our Scholars
Access behind-the-scenes photos and information specifically curated for scholars currently enrolled in the program.
Posse News
Posse Scholar Program
Carmichael College, Suite 1412
posse.scholars@vanderbilt.edu
615-322-7311