Campus Vibe
Among the most selective in the Northeast — top graduate earnings
Vanderbilt University is a private institution in Nashville with particular strength in engineering and computer science. With an average SAT of 1550, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 7.1K undergraduates with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
93% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $91,565 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,040.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1550
ACT Score Range
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$19,040
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
9000.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,913
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
55
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
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Varsity Sports — Commodores
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from TN state average + large city premium