How will this initiative affect admissions to Vanderbilt? What about legacy applicants — children and grandchildren of Vanderbilts alumni?
Interest in Vanderbilt continues to grow every year, with a corresponding rise in the number of applications. It is realistic to expect that this initiative will bring increased interest – especially from young people who may not have thought they could afford to attend Vanderbilt in the past. Each candidate for admission will continue to receive a holistic review, based on a wide range of factors, including academic performance, test scores, extracurricular activities, essays, personal statements, and letters of recommendation. Our comprehensive, holistic approach to the admissions process will not change with this initiative. Vanderbilt alumni and their families are valued members of the Vanderbilt community. The university views legacy status as one of the many factors considered in Vanderbilt’s holistic review process.
