‘Financial Aid’
Need-based aid at VU
Sep. 19, 2014—David breaks down the Opportunity Vanderbilt Financial Aid program, explaining the three commitments Vanderbilt makes
Why Are Vanderbilt Students So Happy
Aug. 4, 2014—Vanderbilt ranks as the #1 happiest college in America, according to a new survey by the Princeton Review. So, what makes Commodores so darn happy? We investigate today on the blog.
Introducing New Blogger David Lazo
May. 30, 2014—Senior Admissions Counselor David Lazo is the newest member of the Admissions Blog team. Learn more about David in his first post!
Registration Open for Early Road Shows
Apr. 24, 2014—Vanderbilt admissions counselors are hitting the road - are we coming to your town?
Wait List FAQ 2014 Edition
Apr. 4, 2014—Have you been wait-listed at Vanderbilt? Do you have questions about what that means? Never fear!
A Love Letter to Transfer Applicants
Feb. 24, 2014—Carolyn details a few of the resources available to transfer applicants and incoming transfer students.
Time to Finish the FAFSA
Jan. 20, 2014—Still need to take care of this piece of business? For Early Decision II and Regular Decision (as well as admitted EDI) applicants, the deadline to file your completed FAFSA is February 3, 2014.
Application FAQs
Jan. 10, 2014—Carolyn answers the questions our admissions counselors have been hearing most frequently over the last several days.
Application Flow Chart
Dec. 9, 2013—With just 22 days until the application deadline, it's time to feel some urgency. But don't worry - we're here to help, and we've created this flow chart to assist you.
What Does “Best Value” Mean?
Nov. 8, 2013—This year, Vanderbilt jumped to number 11 nationally in the U.S. News and World Report ranking of "best value schools." Jay looks at the numbers to see why exactly Vanderbilt ranks as such a good value.
How To: Complete Your Application
Oct. 21, 2013—This may sound like the simplest part of the process, but it is arguably the most important. Follow these steps to make sure your application is successfully submitted.
Vanderbilt and QuestBridge: A Perfect Match
Sep. 3, 2013—Many talented students aren't even applying to top colleges nationally, but Vanderbilt and QuestBridge are working to reverse this trend.