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Vanderbilt University

US News #16📍 Nashville, Tennessee

About

Vanderbilt University is located in Nashville, Tennessee, and is a top-tier private research university in the southern United States. Its Peabody College of Education and Human Development ranks #1 in the nation, while its School of Medicine and law programs also boast strong academic reputations. The university campus is designated as a U.S. National Arboretum.

⭐ Highlights

Peabody College of Education ranks #1 in the United States
School of Medicine ranks among the top 20 in the nation
Campus is designated as a U.S. National Arboretum
Nashville is known as Music City
Renowned as an academic gem of the American South

📚 Top Programs

Education (Peabody College)MedicineEconomicsComputer ScienceEngineeringLawPsychologyMusic

💰 Fees

TuitionApproximately $58,000 per year

Living CostsApproximately $17,000 per year

Application DeadlineEarly Decision I (ED1): November 1, Early Decision II (ED2): January 1, Regular Decision (RD): January 1

💼 Career Outcomes

Graduates enjoy high-quality employment outcomes, with many securing positions at leading enterprises across finance, technology, consulting, manufacturing and other industries. The university maintains close partnerships with employers, hosts active on-campus recruitment events, and provides abundant internship opportunities for students.

📋 Admission Information

🎓Undergraduate Admission

Item	Requirement
Language Requirement
Standardized Tests
GPA

📄 Required Materials

Common App

Submit via the Common Application platform

Vanderbilt supplemental essays

2 short written responses

Main personal essay

650-word personal statement

Extracurricular activities

Up to 10 activity entries

Letters of recommendation

2 academic recommendation letters

Academic transcript

9th to 12th grade transcripts

🎯Graduate Admission

Item	Requirement
Language Requirement	TOEFL 100+ (iBT Band 5+), IELTS 7.5+; a speaking score of 24+ is recommended for graduate applicants, PhD programs may require a speaking score of 26+
Standardized Tests	A GRE score of 320+ is recommended; Owen MBA requires a GMAT score of 700+
GPA	Undergraduate GPA 3.5+/4.0

📄 Required Materials

Online application

Submit through the corresponding college/school

Statement of Purpose

Subject to program requirements

CV/Resume

Comprehensive professional and academic history

Recommendation letters

2-3 letters

Academic transcripts

Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended

💡 The graduate programs at Peabody College of Education and Human Development are top-ranked in the United States. The acceptance rate for Owen MBA is approximately 35%.

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