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Class of 2022 – Early Decision by the Numbers

Feb. 23, 2018—Last week we released admissions decisions for EDII applicants, wrapping up our Early Decision admissions phase for the Class of 2022. Now that we’ve completed both Early Decision I and II, we’re able to share some summary statistics about these new Commodores. They’re an incredible group of students, and we’re excited for them to join...

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Welcome, Class of 2022!

Dec. 27, 2017—Earlier this month, we welcomed the first members of the Vanderbilt Class of 2022 when we released our Early Decision I admissions notifications. Since then, we’ve been watching the excitement with which these new ‘Dores have been sharing their news. Check out the posts below to see some of the fun. To our newly admitted students,...

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Facebook Live Q&A with the Directors of Admissions and Financial Aid

Oct. 18, 2017—“What do you look for in a college essay? “How do outside scholarships affect my financial aid” “How do I know if Early Decision is right for me?” It’s time to get answers to your admissions and financial aid questions! This Friday, October 20, at 4:00 p.m. Central Time, Director of Undergraduate Admissions, John Gaines,...

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4 Ways to Apply

Sep. 12, 2017—Calling all seniors, it’s time to take the next step on your road to college — applications for admission are now available! At Vanderbilt we have four ways to apply:  the Coalition Application, Common Application, QuestBridge Application, and the Universal College Application. We don’t have a preference for one application method over any other, but we ask that you select...

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Vanderbilt & You, Class of 2021

Apr. 7, 2017—This April we’re holding more than 25 Vanderbilt & You receptions across the country and beyond to welcome  admitted students to the Commodore community. Whether you’re still deciding about where you’ll spend the next four years or you’ve already claimed your spot at Vanderbilt, these receptions are a great way to learn more about life at...

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Class of 2021 – Regular Decision Summary Statistics

Mar. 30, 2017—This week we announced admissions decisions for the Regular Decision portion of the Class of 2021, and put admit packets in the mail to newly admitted Commodores. Those packets are on their way across the country and around the world to an amazingly talented group, and we’re excited to welcome them to the Vanderbilt community. You...

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Early Decision II: Decisions Available Online February 15

Feb. 15, 2017—As of 5:30 p.m. Central Time Wednesday, February 15, admissions decisions for applicants through the Early Decision II plan will be available online through MyAppVU. See below for details on checking your decision online. You may already know that MyAppVU is the best way to keep track of your application status. You should also know...

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Welcome to Vanderbilt, #vu2021

Jan. 19, 2017—In December we welcomed the newest members of the Vanderbilt community when we released our Early Decision I results for The Class of 2021. Since then, we’ve been enjoying the excitement they’ve shown on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, and other social media. We’ve enjoyed it so much, in fact, that we’ve compiled many of the...

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Happy Thanksgiving from OUA

Nov. 23, 2016—With the Thanksgiving holiday just one day away, many in the Vanderbilt community are reflecting on the reasons we’re thankful. Check out the video below to see Vanderbilt Tour Guides Lexi Banks, Mason Boudrye, Halle Best, and Waleed Shaban discuss their favorite Thanksgiving traditions as well as the reasons they are thankful this season. As for...

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Happy Halloween from OUA

Oct. 31, 2016—A scary admissions story … it was a dark and stormy Halloween night, and the prospective student had forgotten all about the Early Decision I deadline lurking just ahead on November 1! Ok, sorry — here at the Vanderbilt Admissions Blog we are anything but scary. We’re here to help you though the admissions process...

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Student Takeovers on Snapchat

Oct. 17, 2016—There’s a new way to learn about student life at Vanderbilt, and it’s a snap! While Vanderbilt has been on Snapchat for a while, this summer was the start of something new:  student takeovers. On most Tuesdays a different undergraduate student takes control of the Vanderbilt account to bring you a unique story about their...

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Applications Now Available

Aug. 2, 2016—For high school seniors across the country, the college admissions process is about to get real. With applications becoming available, it’s now officially the start of college application season. Seniors, it’s your time to shine. At Vanderbilt we have four ways to apply:  the Coalition Application, Common Application, QuestBridge Application, and the Universal College Application. We...

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