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Vanderbilt University

Nashville, TN

About

Vanderbilt University, situated in Nashville, Tennessee, is a highly regarded private research university known for its rigorous academic programs and beautiful campus. It is home to distinguished schools such as the Vanderbilt Law School, the Owen Graduate School of Management, and the School of Medicine, which is noted for its leading medical research and education. Vanderbilt's commitment to fostering a close-knit, collaborative community enhances its reputation as a hub of innovation and intellectual development.

GradCafe Application Summary

Admission Results
Total Results
4,648
Graduate Acceptance Rate
30%
Mean Notification Date
February 19
Acceptances
1,396
Rejections
1,980
Interviews
640
Waitlisted
363

This data is estimated based on applicant submissions at The GradCafe.

University Cost

Total Cost

In-State Tuition and Fees $89,590
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $89,590

Cost Breakdown

Published tuition and required fees $63,946
Books and supplies $1,194
On-campus room and board $21,054
On-campus other expenses $3,396

Year-over-Year Application Comparison: 2024 vs 2023

Avg. Acceptance Rate
28.13% from 34.62%
Decreased by -6.49%
Avg. Rejected Rate
31.25% from 35.58%
Decreased by -4.33%
Avg. Interview Rate
28.57% from 16.83%
Increased by 11.74%
Avg. Waitlisted Rate
12.05% from 12.98%
Decreased by -0.93%

Season Comparisson

Spring 2024 Acceptance Rate
N/A
Fall 2024 Acceptance Rate
28.50%

Avg. Grades for Accepted Applications

Undergrad GPA 3.75
General GRE 213.50
Verbal GRE 204.50
AW GRE 4.90

Top 5 Popular Programs

  • Economics
  • English
  • Political Science
  • IGP
  • Speech Language Pathology

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