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Best Things

  1. Strong academics
  2. Beautiful campus
  3. Urban environment
  4. Party scene
  5. Southern culture
  6. Excellent faculty
  7. Big research university with a small-school feel
  8. Well-rounded mindset of the students
  9. First-year experience (The Commons)
  10. Friendly attitudes

Happy Students

97% of students return after their first year.

Commitment to Teaching

There are 8 students for every member of faculty on campus.

Proven Success

91% of students will complete their education and graduate with a degree.

Easy Financial Aid Process

53% of students surveyed told us that the financial aid process went smoothly and they received the financial aid they needed.

Knowledgeable Professors

100% of students surveyed rated the general knowledge of professors as above average.

Low-Stress Course Load

63% of students surveyed rated the manageability of work as above average.

Big Dorms

55% of students surveyed felt that dorms were more spacious than average.

Great Local Atmosphere

70% of students surveyed said that there is always something fun and interesting going on near campus.

Easy to Get By on a Student's Budget

50% of students surveyed felt that the amount it costs to live while at school was better than average.

Safe Campus

63% of students surveyed said that they feel extremely safe and secure on campus.

Highly Satisfied Students

80% of students surveyed would make the same school choice if they could do it all over again.

Strong Alumni Network

50% of students surveyed said the alumni network is very strong and involved in activities on campus.

Vibrant Social Scene

61% of students surveyed agreed that there are lots of popular activities around campus every day.

Genders Equally Represented

A male-to-female ratio of 51/49 means there's a pretty even balance of students on campus.

Learn from the Best

97% of faculty have earned the highest degree in their field.

Personal Attention

You can expect personal attention with 68% of classes having less than 20 students.

Help to Succeed

The school has academic and career counseling available to help you when you need it.

Get AP Credit

If you took AP classes in high school, you might be able to get college credit for them.

Work Part-Time During School

Employment services are available for students.

Help Getting Hired

Placement services are available to graduates.

Top Rankings and Student Raves About Them

Guys & Girls at Vanderbilt University

twinkie618

Child Development '15

4.2
A-

Good Looking and Preppy.

You'll find a lot of different people at Vandy but the majority of girls and guys are preppy and good-looking. We get a lot of northern people and they definitely bring their style down here. Expect Sperry's, sunddresses, pastel polos, and cowboy boots. Despite the "Vandy Girl" stereotype, girls are smart and the fratty boys are smart too. All are friendly!

May 06, 2012

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Greek Life at Vanderbilt University

Ilovevandy

Human Development '15

4.6
A

Greek Life

Greek life is awesome on Vanderbilt's campus. You definitely want to be involved in it. It's something that the majority of people do.

Apr 11, 2012

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Computers at Vanderbilt University

ryanbk90

Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering '13

4.6
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Computers

The computer labs at Vanderbilt are usually available at all times. I have had no problems gaining access to a computer when I need to use one.

Jun 29, 2011

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