Get To Know Vanderbilt!
At Vanderbilt, we want to get to know you and want you to feel comfortable about your student's new home.
- Want to see a snapshot of life at Vanderbilt? Check out the Commodore Connection, a monthly newsletter sent to parents and families.
- Attend an  or connect with a .
- Want to learn how students can find community on campus? Watch this from Family Weekend 2023.
- Â about Vanderbilt.
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Why Vanderbilt
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We are developing solutions to meet society's most urgent global challenges.
In 2021, Vanderbilt reached more than $1 billion in research funding from external organizations.
In 2021, Vanderbilt reached more than $1 billion in research funding from external organizations. -
We are a 24/7 living learning community.
Residential colleges at Vanderbilt create opportunities for learning outside the classroom among students of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Residential colleges at Vanderbilt create opportunities for learning outside the classroom among students of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. -
We are committed to financial accessibility.
Vanderbilt meets 100 percent of every student's demonstrated financial need, without loans, through ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø.
Vanderbilt meets 100 percent of every student's demonstrated financial need, without loans, through ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø. -
We have a bold vision for athletics.
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø is investing $300 million in our student-athletes, athletics programs and facilities through the Vandy United campaign. I realize this clear as mud, so feel free to let me know if you have any questions!
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø is investing $300 million in our student-athletes, athletics programs and facilities through the Vandy United campaign. I realize this clear as mud, so feel free to let me know if you have any questions! -
Our rise to the top in academics and athletics-from bioengineering to baseball-is due to one simple truth: At Vanderbilt, talented people find their own paths and team up to break new ground.
Where to Start
The Admissions Process
- °Õ³ó±ðÌýadmissions website allows you to begin learning about undergraduate admissions at Vanderbilt.
- °Õ³ó±ðÌý page has information about the application process and deadlines.
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Visiting Nashville
As the hub for several booming industries, the home to a global community-including the nation's largest Kurdish population-and "America's friendliest city" according to Travel + Leisure magazine, Nashville combines history and hospitality with diverse culture and growth.
Campus Contacts
Still need help finding what you're looking for? We'll be happy to point you in the right direction! Feel free to send us an email at parents@vanderbilt.edu.
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admissions@vanderbilt.edu615-322-2561 or 800-288-0432
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Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships
615-322-3591 or 800-288-0204