You can study Ingram scholars online and draw your own conclusions on factors that might help. I would not say that any of the merit scholarships are more selective re stats than the other anymore. However, Ingram scholars participate in picking Ingram scholars and service outlook is a key component-- although that word can be defined in infinite ways. Ingram finalists used to be the only ones who received a round of on campus evaluations. Not all are selected. I think it is fair to say that the committee tries to offer merit to students who will contribute to life at Vanderbilt in unique ways. That said, all admittees to Vandy are honors students, there are several ways to graduate with honors at Vandy. While some applicants will receive merit offers from colleges, others will get something here but not there…honestly…there is no way to do anything but to do your best and to not try to predict your chances. My best advice is to devote time to essays and references. If you have ideas on how you would use the academic riches of Vanderbilt, do not hold back. Don’t be a stranger. Stay open to Vandy and equally open to your other short list schools