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QS Rank:

248

Vanderbilt University

Tennessee

United States

Overview

Founded in 1873 with a $1 million gift from "Commodore" Cornelius Vanderbilt to establish an institution that would "contribute to strengthening the ties that should exist between all sections of our common country," today Vanderbilt University is globally renowned for its transformative education and research. The university's 10 schools reside on a parklike campus set in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, providing a collaborative culture that empowers leaders of tomorrow.

Location

2201 W End Ave, Nashville, Tennessee, 37240

Website

https://admissions.vanderbilt.edu/apply/

Total Cost

$54,840

Median Salary

$77,242

Ranking

#78

US World and News Report

#98

The World University Rankings

#248

QS World University Rankings

Admissions

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Application Deadline

Acceptance rate

5.86%

Yield Rate

61.23%

SAT range

1510-1560

ACT range

34-35

Cost and Scholarships

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Total Cost

$54,840

In State Cost

$54,840

Out of State Cost

$54,840

In State Tuition Fees

$54,840

Room And Board

$23,048

Living Cost

$26,148

Average Total Aid Awarded

$78,832

Funding Options

Merit Scholarship

Need-Based Aid

Scholarship

49.58% of students receive financial aid. Average award: $78,832.

Scholarships

Opportunity Vanderbilt - Need-blind admissions process for U.S. citizens and eligible noncitizens. Meets 100% of a family's demonstrated financial need with grant assistance (no loans). Guarantees full tuition scholarships for families making $150,000 or less, with many students above this income also receiving assistance.; Ingram Scholars Program - Recognizes students who combine a professional/business career with an entrepreneurial spirit and exceptional commitment to civic-minded service, innovation, and leadership. Recipients receive full-tuition awards for up to eight semesters, including a stipend for research, study abroad, and creative endeavors.; Cornelius Vanderbilt Scholarship - Recognizes students who combine outstanding academic achievement with strong leadership and contributions outside the classroom. Recipients receive full-tuition awards for up to eight semesters, including a stipend for research, study abroad, and creative endeavors.; National Merit Scholarships - Provided for students named National Merit Finalists who are admitted and designate Vanderbilt as their first-choice school.; Other Merit-Based Scholarships (USD 8,000) - Merit-based scholarships starting from $8,000 per year are available.; Experience Vanderbilt - Provides funding for extracurricular activities with fees for undergraduate students who qualify for need-based financial aid.