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THVanderbilt just dropped stats for the Class of 2030
Vanderbilt’s increased popularity, combined with its test-optional policy since Fall 2021, has contributed to a significant rise in applications.
Looking back to pre-covid (Fall 2019): 37,310 applications + 9.1% admit rate.
The test-optional policy will extend for Fall 2027.
In the RD round, the average student was in the top 3.8% of their class.
10% of the class is typically admitted from the waitlist
🎓 Early Decision Stats I+II
7,727 Applications
920 Admits
11.9% Admit Rate
95% ranked in top 10% of their class
20.9% international
23.5% first-generation
12.8% from small town/rural areas
🎓 Regular Decision
48,720 Applications
1,382 Admits
2.8% Admit Rate
95.6% ranked in top 10% of their class
13.4% international
10.1% first-generation
12.8% from small town/rural areas
🌎 NEW VERTO TRANSFER PATHWAY
Vanderbilt’s new partnership with Verto Education allows select students to start their first year abroad before enrolling in Fall 2027.
Of the approximately 440 transfer students, about 120 will come through this Verto pathway.
The Verto Pathway was first-come, first-served and filled within two days.
⏰ Vanderbilt offers three admissions rounds: ED1, ED2, RD
50% of the incoming class is typically from ED
🔥 WHAT VANDY LOOKS FOR:
PER VANDY: “We have so many students that have high rigor, great grades, high GPAs [and] high testing that really the differentiator now in the admissions process is their essay, their short answer and their extracurricular leadership and engagement”
“When we’re selecting the class, we’re saying, ‘how will they fit into the Commons? What will they bring to campus? What is the background and experiences they have that will help Vanderbilt grow?’”
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