“I transferred to Vandy when I was a sophomore, and I felt beyond grateful to embrace a place that I can finally call “home” on a foreign land. Growing up in a fast-paced metropolis, I find a rare sense of inner peace and serenity in Vanderbilt. I immerse myself not only in the beautiful campus environment but also among people who never cease to inspire me every day with their kind hearts and open minds. At Vandy, people care—we care about what is happening outside the classroom and how we can help improve the situation. Such ideology is deeply woven in our classes, campus organizations, and even daily conversations among students. Mental growth takes place at every moment, and as a self-identified learner and listener, I deeply appreciate that.

I also love how Vanderbilt unites students, faculty, and staff as a community; together, we strive for the greater good. In Fall 2019, we proudly announced the elimination of plastic bottles from campus dining and we continue to making progress in sustainability. As a part of such a meaningful initiative, one of the many that take place on campus, I feel a deep sense of achievement in calling myself a Vandy student. So, if you have a great passion for learning and wish to spend your college years in an inspiring environment, you should definitely choose Vanderbilt. Anchor Down and Go Dores!”

“I chose Vanderbilt because I wanted an academically challenging environment. As a school known for its academic rigor, Vanderbilt attracted me a lot. Also, Vanderbilt gives students a lot of opportunities to be involved on campus. I felt that it is a place where students can not only have good academic lives but also great social lives. That is why I came to Vanderbilt as a transfer student.”