What Are My Chances? (Vanderbilt)

fdgjfg
Tue, 03 Oct 2017 23:10:53 +0000

It’s difficult to predict how things will be interpreted in the ED vs the RD round, but admissions definitely becomes a good deal more selective across the board of stats/ECs in the latter. You’re competitive for the EDI profile stats-wise, but less so for RD. However, something that’s tough to account for is how URM will be taken into account (i.e. your stats might be fine for RD, but it’s impossible to know). NMSF doesn’t really help because that aspect of your app is already captured by your solid test scores. No need to retake the ACT, just don’t send the 31. 1510 is equivalent to ~33, which would be fine for EDI definitely. If you did decide on doing RD, you might be able to take another shot at the October/December ACT or the November SAT. Probably not necessary for RD either, but it could put you in a little bit better of a position.

I would look at the net price calculator using your family’s information; I found that to be fairly accurate. If it comes out with a reasonable number and Vanderbilt’s your first choice I would probably do EDI for the peace of mind. However, you’re not sunk for the RD round either, so if you’re not able to commit now I wouldn’t worry too heavily about it.