Vanderbilt Yield Rate

A New Era of Admissions at Vanderbilt Vanderbilt University's Class of 2028 reflects a dramatic shift in its admissions landscape, marked by a record-low acceptance rate and heightened selectivity. The regular decision acceptance rate plummeted to a mere 3.7%, a significant drop from previous years. This unprecedented competitiveness raises crucial questions about the evolving admissions process and its implications for prospective students. The Impact of Increased Yield A key factor contributing to the lower acceptance rate is a substantial increase in Vanderbilt's yield rate—the percentage of accepted students who enroll....