Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN · private nonprofit · 7,208 undergraduates
Vanderbilt University is a private nonprofit university in Nashville, TN with highly selective admissions, admitting about 6% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.
Acceptance rate
6%
SAT (middle 50%)
1500–1570
ACT (middle 50%)
34–35
Avg net price
$15,846/yr
sticker $89,590
Graduation rate
94%
within 6 years
Undergraduates
7,208
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What is Vanderbilt University's acceptance rate?
Vanderbilt University has an acceptance rate of about 6%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
What SAT score do you need for Vanderbilt University?
The middle 50% of admitted students at Vanderbilt University scored between 1500–1570 on the SAT (ACT 34–35).
How much does Vanderbilt University cost?
Families pay an average net price of about $15,846 per year at Vanderbilt University after financial aid, versus a published cost of $89,590.
What is the graduation rate at Vanderbilt University?
About 94% of students at Vanderbilt University graduate within six years.
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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.