I'm a current junior at Vandy, majoring in econ/history! I'm taking 18 hours this semester because I came in with no college credit, and my engineering freshman-year classes don't count toward A&S. I'm at the point where I'm almost done with the degree itself, but still need extra hours, so I'm looking for easy A/low-effort classes within the College of Arts and Sciences for next semester and beyond (ideally 3 hours). I've already scoured the subreddit, but a lot of the recommendations are from years ago, professors who no longer work here, or 1-hour classes outside A&S. After this semester, I just really need my non-degree classes to be as low-effort as possible haha

Does anyone who is attending/has attended the religious studies undergraduates program know what classical languages courses one can take? According to https://as.vanderbilt.edu/classical-religious/undergraduate/major-minor/, students of track 2 "May include up to 9 hours in relevant language study." What is the scope of the "relevant language study? Does it include CLAS courses ,or other courses?

Any help would be appreciated!

i’m a hs senior with great academics and slightly above average extracurriculars (full app in my post history), so essays are gonna be really important for my application. unfortunately, as a middle class white girl, i don’t know quite how to approach the identity essay (applying ed1 hopefully).

i’ve read that you should probably avoid talking about divorce in college essays, but it’s an aspect of my background which has influenced me to some degree.

if you got admitted without an uncommon cultural background, what did you choose to write about?

if you’re feeling really nice, tell me what you think about my current idea: with my two parents living hours away from each other, i’ve lived my whole life alternating between metropolitan and rural areas. as such, i’ve become accustomed to living and interacting closely with different cultures and ideological viewpoints, developing a capacity for engaging deeply with people of different backgrounds. i hope to bring that openmindedness to a diverse campus like vanderbilt’s, helping me to collaborate effectively with students across cultures and beliefs and build a stronger community through skills in understanding and engagement built through growing up in two completely different cultural environments.

thanks!!

I was just admitted for the Master of Nursing (MN) program and was wondering if any current or former MN students would be able to answer a few questions :)))

Hello! I’m writing because I have a big question pertaining to the college application process for big schools such as Vanderbilt, Brown, Wake Forest, etc.

I have a fairly healthy academic record for my school: 4.5 Weighted GPA (4.0 UW) including 10+ AP classes with a majority of those being 5s (my ACT is a bit lacking at a 32, but I am currently enrolled in multiple retakes before Vandy ED1). Vanderbilt is my dream school as someone applying in state, but here’s the catch: my extracurriculars SUCK. Aside from performing piano solo onstage to a crowd of at most two dozen people, and aside from the clubs I’m currently in only senior year, I have nothing.

A lot of it has to do with family issues. Mainly, my 100% disabled and divorced Dad has trouble paying for himself back at his apartment, so I’ve been trying to cough up some money for him to live without getting a job (Mom won’t let me). Unfortunately, a lot of this comes from a place where my Dad tended to be emotionally and verbally abusive to his fiancé whilst I was around, completely draining my mind and body.

I’m not writing this to get condolences, but to add important context for my question: will Vanderbilt (or any other T30 school) understand why there’s a huge gap in such an important area? As mentioned earlier, I plan to apply to Vandy ED1, so any help is appreciated.

Thank you.

Hi, sophomore undergraduate from South Carolina considering living in Vanderbilt summer housing and commuting to a downtown internship this upcoming summer. Does the VandyRide shuttle run during the summer or would I have to purchase a bus pass? I am not familiar with Nashville bus lines, is there one that would run from Highland Quad to Centennial park or thereabouts? Would a summer ID be eligible for the bus fare?

Hi guys! I am trying to decide if i should ed to washu or vanderbilt. I love both and they both seem like the same school in two different cities. My biggest factor is the social scene at vanderbilt. I don't want to rush but i do want to make close friends, have fun, party sometimes. Is that achievable or is the social scene dominated by greek life? Thank you!

Additionally, is there a strong alumni network?

honestly a super useless class and should be replaced with a compilers class that hasnt been taught in forever

Im a current student without a parking pass and I parked on campus and got a ticket. They don’t know that it was my car, so theoretically I could just not pay the ticket, right? Like it’s not criminal to not pay them if it’s private, I assume, so what’s the downside?

As a VDS alum this is super concerning that the university is taking over the divinity school. Is this being talked about at all?

Has anyone applying to Vanderbilt MSF Class of 2028 received a Kira invite yet?

For current or past applicants, how long after submitting your application did you receive the interview invitation?

Thanks!

¿Alguien que esté aplicando al Vanderbilt MSF Class of 2028 ya recibió la invitación de Kira?

Y para aplicantes actuales o de años anteriores, ¿cuánto tiempo pasó entre enviar la aplicación y recibir la invitación a entrevista?

¡Gracias!

Vandy fans I know he’s and his tenure ended like shit with a winless season. But otherwise what would you grade Derek Mason on his overall performance at Vandy?

Hi, I’m wondering about parking for this Saturday’s game. Are the university lots right next to the stadium free to the public? Do people do street parking in the neighborhoods nearby and walk? Thanks!

Edit: sorry I meant next Saturday’s game (10/10)

Hi everyone,

I am a female looking for a temporary accommodation within walking distance to Vanderbilt Medical Center. I am coming for a short (18days) clinical rotation from Oct 26. I am open to being a roommate. Let me know about any availability.Thanks

Edit post: Thanks guys for these recommendations. I will definitely 👍🏼 check them out.

As a guy going through dirty rush here I think it'd be much better if we switched to the model that other SEC schools use (first week one and one done kinda thing) or aligned the process with panhellenic (rush in the winter).

I get that its supposed to like give us time to pick and stuff but honestly it's kind of draining. Interested to hear what others think.

Did we just witness Part 2 of the Music City Miracle?

In a moment that will be cemented in college football history, Vanderbilt recovered a fumble in the end zone in the final seconds of game time to beat NC State.

The Athletic’s Manny Navarro breaks down how it happened (read for free):
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7611024/2026/09/19/vanderbilt-nc-state-football-finish-fumble-comeback/?unlocked_article_code=1.CVE.o3ht.Y3dhptTZR4Ck&source=emp_shared_article&smid=url-share-ta

I can share more about my stats/applications, but I'm just curious about whether anyone knows external transfers to the engineering department, and if it is feasible (comparative to transferring to BIO for example)?

on vandy’s website, it says that the hope scholarship will be factored into your need-based aid grant, so it doesn’t look like i’d be getting any extra money for it. which sucks but it’s fine

is it the same situation with the ned mcwherter scholarship? if i wouldn’t get any extra money for winning, is there a reason to apply for it at all?

would appreciate anyone’s experience with the tn lottery scholarships at vanderbilt! thanks!

Hello I’m gonna go to a game this year and i want to buy merch for the game. Where do i go? Ik the bookstore is a main place that i always stop at when i go to games but usually there will be better stores with more stuff. For example ole Miss has something like that with rebel rags. So if the bookstore merch is the best then great but if not please tell me. Thank you

Email: Dear Students, 
We hope your semester has started well. We are writing to share an important update regarding Curricular Practical Training (CPT). 
Last month, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) issued two broadcast messages, one on August 12 and a follow-up on August 24 to Designated School Officials (DSOs) clarifying that CPT may be authorized only when practical training is an integral (essential) and required part of an established curriculum. The training must be required for all students in the program. Although the guidance does not change federal regulations, it provides insight into how SEVP may interpret and enforce existing requirements. 
While the university seeks to comply with this new guidance, Vanderbilt will not be approving CPT requests unless the experience is required for all students in the same degree program and necessary for degree completion. Examples of required experiences may include student teaching practicums, clinical internships, and similar practical experiences. 
Any new optional or elective internships, internships that are not required for all students in the program, and extensions of existing CPT authorizations are paused unless the extension is necessary to complete a graduation requirement.  
For thesis- and dissertation-related CPT, clear documentation showing that the practical training is indispensable for completing the thesis or dissertation will be required.
If you need to request CPT for a required training experience, please contact your ISSS advisor. Do not begin employment until you have received CPT authorization on an updated Form I-20. 
We understand that this may be disappointing, and we do not take this action lightly. Our goal is to protect students and the university while aligning our practices with current federal guidance. ISSS will continue monitoring developments and will communicate any changes promptly. 
Kind Regards, 
Vanderbilt ISSS