Parents and Family of Admitted Students

Congratulations! This is a very exciting moment for you and your family, and we are honored to welcome you into the Vanderbilt community. As your family begins preparing for college, we encourage you to explore the next steps and resources that Vanderbilt has to offer.  

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Next Steps

  • Deposit – Admitted students can pay their deposit and claim their spot in the Class of 2027 through their MyAppVU portal. For students admitted through Regular Decision, deposits are due by May 1.
  • Claim VUnetID – Within 2 weeks of depositing, the University Registrar will email instructions on creating a VUnetID and Vanderbilt email account.
  • Complete immunization requirements – The State of Tennessee and Vanderbilt University require certain immunizations for all students. Visit the Student Health Center website and follow the New Student Checklist for more information and to submit documents.
  • Apply for housing – First-year housing applications are due by June 1, 2023. Visit the Housing and Residential Experience website to learn more.
  • Register for classes - By early summer, incoming students will receive course registration materials via their Vanderbilt email account.

Admitted Student Programs

  • Anchor Day Celebrate becoming a Commodore, connect with faculty and new friends, and learn how you’ll grow at VU!
  • Current Student Panel with Tour Explore campus and learn from current students what life is like at Vanderbilt.
  • Online Admitted Student Events Learn more about topics including academics, student life, Nashville, and more.
  • ’Dore for a Day Spend an afternoon with a current Vanderbilt student getting to know campus.
  • Vanderbilt and You Connect with other new Commodores from your area while chatting with VU alumni and admissions representatives.