Vanderbilt University admissions
Nashville, TN
Vanderbilt University acceptance rate
5.9%
2,662 of 45,409 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Most selective. With a rate like this, Vanderbilt University is a reach for nearly every applicant, whatever their record.
Key numbers
- Yield: 61% of admitted students enrolled (1,630 of 2,662).
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Common questions about Vanderbilt University
What is the acceptance rate at Vanderbilt University?
Vanderbilt University admitted 5.9% of applicants (2,662 of 45,409) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Vanderbilt University?
1,630 of the 2,662 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 61%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Vanderbilt University?
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