Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt Overview

Vanderbilt University (Vanderbilt) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Nashville, TN. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.

The Vanderbilt's tuition & fees is $67,498 for the academic year 2024-2025. 68% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $58,699.

The school has a total enrollment of 13,575 and the students to faculty ratio is 8 to 1 (12.50%).

Vanderbilt's acceptance rate is 5.86% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 61.23%. The median SAT score is 1540 and the ACT score is 35.

Vanderbilt ranked 17th in National Universities and 1st in Tennessee Colleges rankings. Vanderbilt University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

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2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Vanderbilt University is $67,498. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $57,868.

The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $71,247 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $59,662.

Undergraduate$67,498
Graduate$57,868
Undergraduate$71,247
Graduate$59,662

The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »5.86% Acceptance Rate / 61.23% Yield
Test Scores »1,540 SAT / 35 ACT
Graduation Rate »94%
Retention Rate96%(full-time), 100% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio12.50% (8 to 1)
Student Population »13,575 (7,221 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$58,699

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Vanderbilt University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Vanderbilt
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Vanderbilt University Directory Information

Address2101 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37240
Phone615-322-7311
WEBSchool's Website
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AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryR1 Universities
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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