Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt University requires at least 120 semester hours to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Many students like to take classes in the summer, to earn extra credits. However, Vanderbilt University does not offer classes during the summer.

NOTE: Around 93% of students who start college at Vanderbilt University complete all the credits required within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	–	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	–	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Vanderbilt University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Will I Take At Vanderbilt University?

Vanderbilt University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Vanderbilt University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Vanderbilt University

When choosing a major, Vanderbilt University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Vanderbilt University.Vanderbilt University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Vanderbilt University false.Vanderbilt University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vanderbilt University

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Does Vanderbilt University Offer Learning Disability Services?

🟨 Check with Vanderbilt University directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Vanderbilt University Have An Online Program?

❌ Vanderbilt University false or fully-online programs, so students must be able to attend classes on-campus.

Does Vanderbilt University Give Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Vanderbilt University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Vanderbilt University Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at Vanderbilt University, check with the school directly.

Does Vanderbilt University Require Internships?

🟨 Vanderbilt University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Vanderbilt University

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Vanderbilt University Library

The main library on campus is the Jean and Alexander Heard Library and there are 7 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Vanderbilt University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Vanderbilt offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering

•3-2 dual degree program in business administration

•English, French, German, history, Latin American Studies, mathematics, philosophy, political science, psychology, and medicine, health and society

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Vanderbilt University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every university. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Vanderbilt University has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Vanderbilt University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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