February, 2021

Class of 2025 – Early Decision Update

Feb. 19, 2021—With the release of decisions for Early Decision II applicants earlier this week, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions has finished our Early Decision phase of admissions (Early Decision I plus Early Decision II). 18.1 percent of the 5,049 applications we received through Early Decision this year were admitted. At Vanderbilt, we’re committed to building a...

Is Organic Chemistry Really That Hard?

Feb. 15, 2021—I was nervous for organic chemistry since senior year of high school…before I was even accepted to Vanderbilt. I heard it from family members, teachers, TV shows, and who knows where else that orgo was THE defining premed class that was going to make it or break it for me. I didn’t even know what...

Nashville’s Marching Band, and the Vandy Bubble

Feb. 12, 2021—It’s the start of spring semester and I already miss football season. As a result, I thought I’d write about my experience so far in the Spirit of Gold Marching Band, otherwise known as SOG. I’ll talk about specifics like Gameday in later posts, but for now here’s just an introduction: One of the most...

Vanderbilt Extends Test-optional Policy for Fall 2022 Applicants

Feb. 10, 2021—To continue support for prospective students and their families during the ongoing global pandemic, Vanderbilt University will not require scores from the SAT or ACT exams for students applying to enter the university in the fall of 2022. This applies to both first-year and transfer students.