<p>Speaking as a former Vanderbilt student, Vandy is not as good as it seems. Yes, it ranks in the top twenty universities nationally but it truly doesn’t deserve to be there. The comments on the shallow, state school, party/frat scene are right on. Everyone essentially went to private high schools. They come from very affluent southern families and want to come to school with the goal of partying. Most girls hope/want to earn their Mrs. degree. Vandy is place for affluent to kids mess around for four years before facing the reality of the real world. If you are a prospective student looking at Vandy, I strongly urge you to think long and hard about it.</p>