Vanderbilt University

At a glance

Admission rate

5.9%

Total (middle 50%)

1500–1570

Undergraduates

7,208

Setting

City: Large

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Test policy

Test optional Applicants may choose whether to send a score.

ACT or SAT scores are optional for students applying for fall 2027 or fall 2028 entry; scores will be required for fall 2029 entry and beyond. International applicants still need proof of English proficiency (waivable with ACT English above 26 or SAT EBRW above 630). (Verified on the official admissions website on 2026-11-06.)

Policy source: admissions.vanderbilt.edu

SAT scores

Total (middle 50%)

1500–1570

Reading and Writing

730–770

Math

770–800

Average total

1549

ACT composite (middle 50%)

34–35

The middle 50%: a quarter of admitted students who sent scores scored below the first number, a quarter above the second. The total adds up the two sections' ranges, so it's approximate.

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Admissions

Accepts

Common App, Coalition with ScoirCommon Application or Coalition, powered by Scoir; $50 nonrefundable fee or fee waiver.

Application fee

$50

Phone

(615) 322-7311

Source: School's page (admissions.vanderbilt.edu), checked November 6, 2026

Cost

Tuition

$71,226per year

Average net price

$15,497What students who get federal aid pay on average after grants and scholarships, per year.

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Outcomes

Graduation rate

93%

First-year retention

96%

Median earnings 10 years after entry

$99,080

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Institution-Level Data

Degrees and programs

Degree levels: bachelor, master, doctoral, first professional, graduate certificate

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard - Most Recent Data by Field of Study