Vanderbilt University campus
Nashville, United States
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Vanderbilt University

Nashville·university

#251

QS Rank

8%

Acceptance rate

13,500

Enrollment

About Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt University is a leading research institution with particular strength in business (Owen), engineering, medicine, and liberal arts. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt combines academic rigor with a strong sense of community. The university emphasizes undergraduate research and mentorship through close faculty relationships. Vanderbilt's location in Nashville provides access to healthcare, finance, and entertainment industries. The university maintains strong partnerships with leading companies and research institutions. Vanderbilt graduates enter positions in business, engineering, medicine, law, and academia.

World University Rankings

QS World University Rankings (2026)#251
Times Higher Education (THE) (2025)#201
ARWU / Shanghai Rankings (2024)#151
US News Best Global Universities (2025)#18

Campus & Location

Province

TN

Campus setting

Suburban

Cost of living: Housing: USD 1,300–2,100/mo. Food: USD 400–630/mo. Fast-growing city; healthcare and tech hub. No state income tax in Tennessee.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

All graduates from CRICOS-registered programs qualify for 12-month Optional Practical Training (OPT). STEM-designated programs (CS, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Sciences) qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension — 36 months total of US work authorisation.

Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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Data last verified: 2026-04-29 · Source: https://www.vanderbilt.edu. Information may change — verify with Vanderbilt University’s official website before applying.