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Tuition & Costs

Your Estimated Price

$56,236 Annual Cost to Attend

Cost Breakdown
$40,320 tuition
$13,560 on campus room & board
$1,344 books
$1,012 fees

$56,236 Annual Cost to Attend

Cost Breakdown
$40,320 tuition
$13,560 on campus room & board
$1,344 books
$1,012 fees
Estimated Net Price
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Average Aid

$35,087 Annual Institutional Aid

Average Aid
64% of students receive aid
17% get federal aid ($8,047 avg)
13% get state aid ($5,502 avg)
59% get institn'l aid ($35,087 avg)
14% get loans ($7,322 avg)

Tuition Trends

Historical Tuition and Fees, with Projected Future Amounts

Future projections are based on past four years' data averaging 3.76% annual change in in-state tuition and fees and 3.76% change in out-of-state tuition and fees. Amounts shown are estimates only and not guaranteed. For a better estimate, contact the college directly.

Financial Aid

$36,625,042
Annual Aid Awarded
Aid/Loans
Average Amount Percent Awarded
Grant or Scholarship Aid $37,641 61%
Federal Grant Aid $8,047 17%
Pell Grants $3,996 13%
Other Federal Grants $5,511 16%
Institution Grant Aid $35,087 59%
State Grant Aid $5,502 13%
Student Loans $7,322 14%
Federal Loans $5,000 13%
Other Loans $27,654 1%

Merit Aid

Financial Aid Timeline
Financial aid priority deadline: February 1
Financial aid deadline: -
College will notify student of financial aid decisions on or about: -
Student must reply to financial aid decision by: -
Does Vanderbilt University offer...
Prepaid Tuition Plan? Yes
Tuition Payment Plan? Yes
Financial Aid Contact Info
2101 West End Avenue
Nashville, TN 37240
(615) 322-2561
http://www.vanderbilt.edu
Costs Per Credit Hour
In State $1,680
Out of State $1,680

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Bang for the buck
  • 5
  • Spencer from Spring Hill, TN
  • May-24-2013 I am a current student here

    Vanderbilt is worth every penny you pay. But what makes it so great is that financial aid is awesome and offers you grants - which you don't have to pay back. Even without financial aid, it is well worth your money.

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  • 5
  • Alexandra from Saint Louis, MO
  • Apr-01-2013 I am a current student here

    Vandy is one of the most expensive schools in the country, but it's easy to see where your money is going. We have amazing facilities, programming, funding for student orgs, food, housing, etc.

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  • 4
  • Anna from Essex County, NJ
  • Dec-15-2012 I am a current student here

    Vanderbilt is one of the most expensive schools in the country, and some students complain about it. But in the end, Vanderbilt is worth every penny. The professors are top notch, opportunities are plentiful, dorm life and food are great, and the experience overall is unmatched. If you can come here, you should.

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  • 3
  • Chelsea from Nashville, TN
  • Sep-19-2012 I am a current student here

    Not worth $50,000/yr. But I know maybe 2 people who actually pay that much. If Vandy gives you aid, it's grant. With help, it's worth it for sure.

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  • 3
  • Patricia
  • Jul-30-2012 I am researching this school and have visited the campus

    Expensive school... but if they want you here, they WILL make it economically feasible-- no loans, just grants and work-study.

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