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3 Ways to Apply to Vanderbilt

Aug. 1, 2022—High school seniors, are you ready to apply to college? Vanderbilt applications are now available for you. We offer 3 ways to apply: Common App Coalition (powered by Scoir) QuestBridge Pick the application that’s right for you – we don’t prefer one application platform over another. Once you pick an application method, we ask that...

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Merit Scholarship Application Deadline – December 1, 2019

Nov. 27, 2019—Thanksgiving is almost here and so is the deadline to apply for Vanderbilt’s merit scholarships! Sunday, December 1 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time is the application deadline for the Ingram Scholars Program, Cornelius Vanderbilt Scholarship, and the Chancellor’s Scholarship. IMPORTANT NOTE: In order to submit a merit scholarship application by the deadline, you must submit your...

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Vanderbilt Student Takeovers on Instagram

Oct. 1, 2019—Throughout the academic year, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions hands over our Instagram account to current Vanderbilt students for story takeovers. These story takeovers offer an inside look at a day in the life of a Commodore, including academics, student life, research, clubs and student organizations, and more. You can also send in your own...

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December 1 is the Merit Scholarship Application Deadline

Nov. 21, 2018—As you prepare to enjoy Thanksgiving break, don’t forget that Vanderbilt’s merit scholarship deadlines are right around the corner! The deadline to apply for our three signature scholarships – the Ingram Scholarship Program, the Cornelius Vanderbilt Scholarship, and the Chancellor’s Scholarship – is Saturday, December 1, 2018. Recipients of these scholarships are guaranteed full-tuition awards that include a...

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Attention Seniors: VU Applications Now Available

Aug. 1, 2015—Attention high school seniors, it’s time to take the first step in making your college dream a reality:  Vanderbilt applications are now available through the Common Application and the Universal College Application. My advice? Start your application early and visit the Application QuickGuide to learn more about the Vanderbilt admissions process. You may use either...

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Taking Your College Essay from Good to Great

Sep. 26, 2012—Carolyn introduces a great essay writing presentation prepared by Senior Associate Director Thom Golden and Admissions Counselor Julie Chapman.

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Advice for Applicants Dealing with Weather-Related Issues

Oct. 31, 2011—Advice for Applicants Dealing with Weather-Related Issues

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