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Move-in 2019

Aug. 20, 2019—Saturday was a big day on campus, as the Class of 2023 arrived at The Martha Rivers Ingram Commons. What is move-in at Vanderbilt like? Check out the videos below to get a feel for how we welcome new Commodores to campus! Move-in 2019 Founders Walk – Vanderbilt’s annual tradition, welcoming new students to campus...

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Community on The Commons

Aug. 16, 2019—This week Vanderbilt welcomes the Class of 2023 to campus. International first-year students are already arriving in Nashville – and getting welcomed by Mr. C and Vice Provost Vanessa Beasley at the airport! Tomorrow, first-year students move in and officially begin their time on campus as Commodores. When students move in at Vanderbilt they are welcomed...

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Snapchat Takeovers for Admitted Students

Mar. 30, 2018—Most Tuesdays, the Vanderbilt University Snapchat account is turned over to a current undergraduate student for a takeover. These takeovers feature highlights of the student experience and give you a look into what it’s like to be a Commodore. This April, we’ve planned several takeovers especially for admitted students, including both students and, for the...

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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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Plan a Campus Visit This Fall

Sep. 25, 2017—Fall is a great time to visit Vanderbilt. Whether you’re just starting your college search or finalizing your list of where to apply, we have you covered with campus visit options. Check out the list below to find a visit program that’s right for you: Daily information session and campus tour. This one-hour presentation and 90-minute...

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3 Ways to Learn More About the Student/Faculty Relationship at Vanderbilt

Mar. 3, 2017—“What kind of interaction do Vanderbilt students have with faculty?” That’s a question that we in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions hear frequently from prospective students and their families. Admissions officers can go on and on about our impressive statistics and rankings – like our 8:1 student-to-faculty ratio and our #10 Best Undergraduate Teaching ranking...

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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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What We’re Eating, Summer 2015 Edition

Jul. 16, 2015—You might not know it, but here at the Vanderbilt Office of Undergraduate Admissions, we take food seriously. Here’s a look at the on- and off-campus places we’ve been enjoying lately.

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Let Vanderbilt & You Help You Decide

Mar. 28, 2013—Guest blogger and Senior Admissions Counselor Dustin Lynn on why newly admitted 'Dores should attend Vanderbilt & You.

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Early Decision I Decision Letters Mailed

Dec. 11, 2012—We are proud to announce the admission of the most academically qualified and diverse EDI class yet.

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Census Day Brings More Data on the Phenomenal Class of 2016

Oct. 22, 2012—The remarkable Class of 2016 has been on campus for a few months now and we're still not through bragging on them.

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Move-In Day: An Open Letter to the Class of 2016

Aug. 17, 2012—A warm welcome and a challenge to the newest Commodores.

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