Vanderbilt University Graduate School Admission Results

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This page shows the recent graduate admission results for Vanderbilt University. These results automatically update with new admission results submissions, so you can check back to see when others have been accepted, rejected, or waitlisted to specific schools and programs.

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Vanderbilt University

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.

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The Vanderbilt University Graduate School Admission results for the past five years reflect a highly competitive environment with diverse outcomes across several programs. Speech Language Pathology saw both waitlisting and acceptance for Masters candidates, indicating a selective but attainable program, multiple rejections, pointing to stringent criteria, and several interview opportunities, highlighting its competitive nature. Audiology saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD candidates, indicating a selective but attainable program, with multiple rejections pointing to stringent criteria. Economics saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, reflecting its competitive nature. Political Science saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, highlighting its rigorous selection process. IGP (Interdisciplinary Graduate Program) had both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD candidates, suggesting a selective yet attainable program. Chemistry saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD candidates, pointing to its selective nature. Special Education experienced both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, underscoring its high standards. Computer Science saw both waitlisting and acceptance for Masters and PhD candidates, highlighting its rigorous selection process. Human Development Counseling had both waitlisting and acceptance for Masters candidates, reflecting its competitive nature. Physics saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD candidates, indicating a selective but attainable program, with multiple rejections underscoring its stringent criteria. Overall, these results suggest that while some programs offer hope through waitlist acceptances, others remain exceptionally competitive.

30% Acceptance Rate. Based on The GRADCAFE data.

School	Program	Added On	Decision
Vanderbilt University	Physics PhD	November 30, -0001	Other on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Other on 30 Nov F17 American
Anyone hear from northwestern or Vanderbilt lately. These are the only two schools I need to hear from before I make a decision.
Vanderbilt University	Computer Science PhD	November 30, -0001	Other on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Other on 30 Nov F18
Still waiting to hear something, too
Vanderbilt University	Political Science PhD	November 30, -0001	Interview on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Interview on 30 Nov F15 American GRE 169 GRE V 165 GRE AW 5.50 GPA 3.70
Vanderbilt University	Department Of Political Science PhD	November 30, -0001	Interview on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Interview on 30 Nov F16 American GRE 157 GRE V 163 GPA 3.50
Vanderbilt University	IGP In BBS PhD	November 30, -0001	Rejected on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Rejected on 30 Nov F20 International
Disappointed :(
Vanderbilt University	IGP PhD	November 30, -0001	Accepted on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Accepted on 30 Nov F19 American
Vanderbilt University	Biostatistics PhD	November 30, -0001	Other on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Other on 30 Nov F20
TTPB: I wouldn't give up hope! It says on the website that they sometimes send acceptances in March without inviting the person to the Open House.
Vanderbilt University	Advanced Mechanical Engineering PhD	November 30, -0001	Rejected on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Rejected on 30 Nov F17 International
Vanderbilt University	Neuroscience (NGP) PhD	November 30, -0001	Rejected on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Rejected on 30 Nov F19 American
Vanderbilt University	Mathematics PhD	November 30, -0001	Accepted on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Accepted on 30 Nov F15 International
Unofficial email from the grad dir. Official next week. No articles, IMO medal


Vanderbilt University	Education Policy PhD	November 30, -0001	Accepted on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Accepted on 30 Nov F19 American
Vanderbilt University	Interdisciplinary Material Science (IMS) PhD	November 30, -0001	Accepted on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Accepted on 30 Nov F17 American GRE 170 GRE V 161 GPA 3.50
Vanderbilt University	Religion PhD	November 30, -0001	Rejected on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Rejected on 30 Nov F17 American
POI called me to tell me that their spot in Historical Studies went to Reformation this year. Since I study American Religious History, I didn't have much of a shot from the get go this year.
Vanderbilt University	Clinical Psychology PhD	November 30, -0001	Rejected on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Rejected on 30 Nov F20 International
Generic rejection letter posted on website.
Vanderbilt University	Cognitive Psychology PhD	November 30, -0001	Rejected on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Rejected on 30 Nov S15 International
Vanderbilt University	Biostatistics PhD	November 30, -0001	Accepted on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Accepted on 30 Nov F19
Vanderbilt University	Neuroscience (NGP) PhD	November 30, -0001	Other on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Other on 30 Nov F19 American
I also have not heard anything at all. I even emailed them several weeks ago and received no reply. Have already accepted another offer anyway. Not particularly impressed with this program overall for a number of reasons.
Vanderbilt University	Department Of Government (Political Science) American Politics PhD	November 30, -0001	Interview on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Interview on 30 Nov F18 American
Vanderbilt University	Economics PhD	November 30, -0001	Accepted on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Accepted on 30 Nov F17 American
Vanderbilt University	(Pure) Mathematics PhD	November 30, -0001	Accepted on 30 Nov	Total comments See More Report
Accepted on 30 Nov F18 International GRE 168 GRE V 153 GRE AW 3.50 GPA 3.87

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